Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) can develop in children if a mother drinks alcohol during pregnancy. The impact of FASD varies between individuals, but it can cause lifelong challenges. If you, or someone you know, is impacted by FASD, Leduc County has programs, resources and support available.
Bridges FASD Mentor Program
The Bridges FASD Mentor Program provides support to help adults who have been diagnosed with FASD or have strong indicators of FASD. If you or someone you know is interested, send us an email or give us a call at 780-979-2385.
The Bridges FASD Mentor Program is free.
To participate in this program, you need to be a resident of:
- Leduc County
- City of Beaumont
- Town of Calmar
- Town of Devon
- Town of Thorsby
- Village of Warburg
- City of Leduc
Our mentors will help you gain independence and live up to your full potential by:
- meeting with you at least once a week
- teaching and modelling appropriate routines
- helping you establish a safe and supportive living environment
- connecting you to appropriate resources
Funding for the Bridges FASD Mentor Programs is provided by the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Cross-Ministry Committee (FASD-CMC) of the Province of Alberta.
External resources
Contact the Edmonton Fetal Alcohol Network to access additional support services and programs for individuals with FASD.