To view and print our Diagnostic Clinic referral package click here: NWFASD Referral Form
Funding
The Northwest Peace FASD Network (Society) receives funding from the Alberta FASD Cross-Ministry Committee. These funds support the enhancement and delivery of FASD-related services throughout the Northwest Peace Network for children, youth and adults.
A diagnosis is not needed to be eligible for support services.
Agency services include Parent Child Assistant Program (PCAP) Mentors, FASD Support Workers and Family Support Workers.
Partner Agencies
This year the Network funded programs and supports within the following agencies:
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Taproot Community Support Services – PCAP, FASD Supports and Prevention in Peace River and the northern region.
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Aseniwuche Winewak Nation of Canada (AWN) – PCAP and FASD Supports in the Grande Cache area.
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Grande Prairie Family Education Society – PCAP, FASD Supports, FASD Navigator and Family Supports in Grande Prairie, Fairview and surrounding areas.
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Northern Association of FASD – Individual and Family Supports in High Prairie, Fairview and Valleyview areas.
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Driftpile Nation – PCAP Mentorship in Driftpile and area.
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Whitefish Lake Nation #459 – PCAP Mentorship in Whitefish Lake.
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Sagitawa Friendship Centre (Peace River) – Transitional Mentorship Program within the Peace River Correction Centre.
Métis Settlements
The Network also funds programs on three Métis Settlements in the High Prairie area:
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Gift Lake Métis Settlement – FASD Mentor, combining FASD Supports and the PCAP Mentor Program.
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East Prairie Métis Settlement – FASD Mentor, combining FASD Supports and the PCAP Mentor Program.
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Peavine Métis Settlement – FASD Mentor, combining FASD Supports and the PCAP Mentor Program.
The Métis Settlements also receive support with Prevention (Education) and Diagnostic Services.
More Information
For information about our agencies and services, please contact:
Northwest Administrative Support – Renee
info@nwfasd.ca
Diagnostic Clinic
The NW FASD has been running a mobile diagnostic clinic since 2013, serving Grande Prairie, Peace River, High Prairie, Grande Cache and surrounding communities.
Our diagnostic and intervention team consists of a centralized coordinator and local professionals in Speech-Language, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health, Addictions and other areas.
We provide multi-disciplinary assessments for youth and adults who are suspected of prenatal alcohol exposure. Our diagnostic and intervention teams also provide referrals and recommendations for follow-up supports and aftercare.
To view and print our Diagnostic Clinic referral package click here: NWFASD Referral Form
For more information about diagnostic services, please contact Michelle Perron:
Phone: 780-533-5444
Email: michelle@nwfasd.ca
Early FASD diagnosis helps identify an individual’s unique strengths and needs, allowing for tailored supports that empower them to thrive.
Early identification also helps professionals develop support plans that build on natural abilities, strengthen skills, encourage interests, and support a fulfilling life.
Check out the Caregiver Guide to Diagnosis – click below.
Click to access CanFASD-Caregiver-Guide-to-Diagnosis-Jan2020-interactive.pdf
Two important things for you to know:
The support services are for children, youth and adults
A diagnosis is not needed to be eligible for support services
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