Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Services

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) refers to a spectrum of physical and neurological conditions, occurring due to prenatal alcohol exposure in utero.

ErinoakKids provides services and support to families living in Peel. You'll get one-on-one consultations with an FASD worker as well as follow-up services with parents and caregivers of children with FASD.

What Do FASD Services Involve, and How Can It Help My Family?

FASD services may involve:

Caregiver coaching to understand FASD and helpful approaches
System navigation and connecting your family to community supports and services
This program provides an FASD lens during school meetings, case conferences, goal planning, etc.
Assisting youth with transition planning to adulthood
Educating the school team and other professionals in your child’s life about FASD

Referral Process and Criteria

A referral must be made to access FASD services. Referrals can ONLY be made by a legal guardian or with the consent and knowledge of a legal guardian.

Referral Criteria

Below are the criteria for FASD services:

Children 0 – 18 years old, or up to 21 if in school
Must be currently living in Peel
Diagnosed with or suspected of having FASD
Clients do not require a formal FASD diagnosis to access FASD services

To make a referral, please call our Intake Services at 905-855-2690 ext. 1.

Workshops and Other Programming

Reach For It!

The 'Reach For It!’ program is a recreational program designed specifically for children and youth with FASD. The program is aimed at building positive relationships through mentorship by law enforcement and first responders, including: police, fire fighters and/or paramedics who have undergone FASD training.

Learn more about the Reach For It! program

Learn More

Learn more about what FASD is, its prevalence and FASD prevention and check out some recommended resources.

Learn More About FASD

Family Supports