@FASDNETUK

Raising awareness for social change. #FASD - Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Founder, trainer, author, caregiver, advocate. UK change-agent. Maria Catterick

 Stockton-on-Tees
fasdnetwork.org
Joined December 2010
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FASD is a leading cause of preventable disability. It's time for improved community awareness, bottle labelling, poster campaigns, PSHE lessons and support services. We can change the future by advocating for more awareness campaigns. #FASD #Prevention #Alcohol
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Most UK regions have no commissioned services for #FASD diagnosis or support despite affecting 2-4% of the population. In 2022 NICE FASD quality standards outlined expectations. Still waiting! #disabilitydiscrimination #FASD #FASDGrowsUp
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Today is FASD Day. Keep an eye out for posts from FASD Network UK. Let's unite to raise awareness about the impact of alcohol exposure on unborn babies and support everyone to have the best start in life. #FASD FASDGrowsUp
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There are a range of 428 potential lifelong health impacts for a child with prenatal alcohol exposure. Lifetime health starts with an alcohol free pregnancy. #FASD #pregnancy #FASDGrowsUp
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September marks FASD awareness month. Keep an eye out for posts from FASD Network UK. Let's unite to raise awareness about the impact of alcohol exposure on unborn babies and support everyone to have the best start in life. #FASD #FASDGrowsUp
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FASD is a leading cause of preventable disability and learning disability. It's time for improved community awareness, bottle labelling, poster campaigns, PSHE lessons and support services. We can change the future by advocating for more awareness campaigns. #FASD #Prevention
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In a UK study, 75% of adopted children had prenatal alcohol histories. FASD Network UK, advocates for including FASD information in adoption preparation training to strengthen and support families. #adoption #FASD
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FASD Network UK has been providing information, support and training to families and practitioners in the North East, Yorkshire & Humber areas for 14 years. Contact us for resources or to arrange bespoke training for your organisation. #FASD #Training fasdnetwork.org
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Around 70% of individuals diagnosed with #FASD have experienced foster care. With training, foster carers are driving recognition of FASD and creating more positive futures for their children. #Fostercare #Fostering
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Teachers, are you looking for resources for your school on #FASD? Academic success starts with understanding your pupils. Visit the website to access a range of free, practical resources. #FASD #school #teaching #FASDAwareness
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