Renfrew - Janice McTighe Centre - FASD MAPS Early Intervention Program

Available to children and youth, and to the parents and caregivers of individuals, newborn to age 21, who are living with issues related to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders(FASD). Families accessing this service only need to have a suspected diagnosis.

Mentoring

• Provides in-home and group peer emotional support and validation to parents and caregivers with respect to the experience of living with FASD.
• Encourages independence and confidence in parents and caregivers by developing an understanding about caring for a child who may be affected by FASD.

Advocacy

• Provides encouragement and support to children, youth, parents and caregivers who are dealing with FASD- related issues in the home and community.
• Helps children, youth, parents and caregivers build a support network

Support

• Provides emotional support and crises intervention for children, youth, parents and caregivers who are dealing with FASD challenges.
• Helps stabilize families who are under stress, and minimize the risk of breakdown.

Parents/caregivers of children/youth up to age 21 who have FASD

Renfrew - Janice McTighe Centre - FASD MAPS Early Intervention Program is open 8:30 am - 4:30 pm M to F.

Call (403) 291-5038, or use the website.

Phone

(403) 291-5038

Website

https://www.renfreweducation.org/programs-services/service/fasd-maps-early-intervention-program/