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The best way to end FASD is information. We believe that when expectant mothers, caregivers, their support systems and people living with FASD are given enough information we will empower individuals from all walks of life to make positive change in our world.
Mock Champagne
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The Lakeland Centre for FASD offers a Mocktail service to the Lakeland area and we would like to share with you some of our favorites! 2 Liters of Ginger Ale 1 Liter of Pineapple Juice 1 Liter of White Grape Juice Mix ginger ale, pineapple juice and white grape juice together. Chill so mock champagne…
Diagnostic Services
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Hello there, Our names are Tia & Kim, and we are the LCFASD Diagnostic Team! Our roles are to prepare and facilitate the LCFASD diagnostic clinics; supporting children and adults through the FASD diagnostic process. Individuals who have FASD will experience some degree of challenges with their daily living and will need support to reach…
S’More Mocktail
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Ingredients: 5 ounces milk 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup 1 – 2 tablespoons Kraft Jet-Puffed Marshmallow Creme 1 graham cracker 1 chocolate bar piece Directions: Add milk into a mug or glass. Stir in Hershey’s syrup until combined. Spoon marshmallow creme on top of the cocktail. Wait for a couple of minutes and the cream will…
2nd Floor Recovery Centre
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This year marks the Lakeland Centre for FASD’s 20 year milestone , and in June, the 2nd Floor Women’s Recovery Centre celebrated its 8th birthday! The 2nd Floor is one of LCFASD’s prevention programs and was modelled after the Parent Child Assistance Program (PCAP). We heard from many women who were accessing PCAP that the…
Blood Orange and Rosemary Mocktail
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The Lakeland Centre for FASD offers a Mocktail service to the Lakeland area and we would like to share with you some of our favorite recipes! 1 cup Granulated Sugar 1 cup Water 3 Rosemary Sprigs, lightly bruised 1 cup Fresh Squeezed Blood Orange Juice, strained 1 1/3 cups Cranberry juice 2 cups Cream Soda…
Back to School for Caregivers
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Back to school for caregivers! Going back to school can be both scary and exciting for our children with FASD. Transition is always a difficult time and transitioning back to a school routine is no different. This confusing and uncertain time can bring out challenging behaviors. The following are some tips to ease our children…
COVID, Alcohol and Unplanned Pregnancy
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COVID, Alcohol and Unplanned Pregnancy With coronavirus sweeping the globe, life is pretty different than it was at this time in 2019. Social distancing, working from home, or not working at all means many couples are spending a lot more time together and many predict a baby boom! We Albertans are also buying a LOT…
ABOUT LCFASD
The Lakeland Centre for FASD provides cost-free programs and services in the Cold Lake, Bonnyville, St. Paul and Lac la Biche areas, as well as on First Nations and Métis Settlements through Alberta.