FASD Across the Lifespan

ABOUT THIS SERIES: FASD Across the Lifespan is a 7- part series for caregivers exploring the impact of prenatal alcohol exposure across the lifespan from infancy through adulthood. This series is focused on caregivers, though all working with families and professionals working with families are welcomed. Alaska Licensed foster parent can earn training credit toward licensing requirements by completing the questionnaire.

This series is made possible through support from The State of Alaska Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Program and the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority. This series is co-sponsored by the Alaska Center for Children and Adults and the Alaska Center for Resource Families.

SESSION 1: Wed., February 3, 2021. 6:30 to 8 p.m. "Introduction and Diagnosis: Spotlight on Prevention" With Marilyn Pierce-Bulger, Alaska Center for FASD

Session 1 PowerPoint Note Taking Handout

Alaska Foster Parents, view this webinar and earn 1.0 Hour of Training Credit by completing this QUESTIONNAIRE .

SESSION 2: Wed., March 3, 2021. 6:30 to 8 p.m. "Infant Learning and Early Intervention: Spotlight on Sensory Needs" With Gail Trujillo, Infant Mental Health Specialist, Infant Learning Program, Sitka, Alaska

SESSION 2 PowerPoint Note Taking Handout

Alaska Foster Parents, view this webinar and earn 1.0 Hour of Training Credit by completing this QUESTIONNAIRE

SESSION 3: Wed., April 7, 2021. 6:30 to 8 p.m. "Preschool and Social Development: Spotlight on Developing Social Skills" With Jamie Bleakley, A Better Tomorrow Therapy and Wellness Center, Anchorage, Alaska

SESSION 3: PowerPoint Handout for Note Taking

Alaska Foster Parents, view this webinar and earn 1.0 Hour of Training Credit by completing this QUESTIONNAIRE

SESSION 4: Wed., May 5, 2021. 6:30 to 8 p.m. "School Age: Spotlight on Learning Challenges" With Deb Evensen, Fetal Alcohol Consultation and Training Services, Homer, Alaska

HANDOUTS: FASDAL Session 4 Handout.pdf, Handouts_Evensen.zip

For State of Alaska Licensed Foster Parents: for an additional 1.0 hour of training credit, complete this QUESTIONNAIRE .

SESSION 5: Wed., June 5, 2021. 6:30 to 8 p.m. "Middle School: Spotlight on Challenging Behaviors" With Tami Eller, AK Child and Family, Anchorage, Alaska

HANDOUTS: Session 5 PowerPoint Notes, Handout Pack , Sensory Chart, Calm Down Strategies

For State of Alaska Licensed Foster Parents: for an additional 1.0 hour of training credit, complete this QUESTIONNAIRE .

SESSION 6: Wed., July 7, 2021. 6:30 to 8 p.m. "High School/ Transition to Adulthood" Spotlight on Dysmaturity" With Jeanne Gerhardt-Cyrus, Kobuk Valley Consulting, Kiana, Alaska

HANDOUTS: Session 6 Note Taking Handout, DVR PETS Program, AK SPED Handbook, AK Youth Transition Handbook

For State of Alaska Licensed Foster Parents: for 1.0 hour of training credit, complete this QUESTIONNAIRE .

SESSION 7: Wed., August 4, 2021. 6:30 to 8 p.m. "Adulthood" Spotlight on interdependence" With Jenn Wagaman, Alaska Center for Children and Adults

HANDOUTS: PowerPoint Slides , Resources for Adults

For State of Alaska Licensed Foster Parents: for 1.0 hour of training credit, complete this QUESTIONNAIRE .