Mar 03 2024 50 mins 4
Welcome to Episode #148 of The FASD Success Show: Discover the Impact: Transforming FASD with Peer Mentorship. This week, host Jeff Noble brings you an enlightening conversation centered on the transformative effects of connection, understanding, and peer support within the FASD community. We're excited to showcase how Adopt4Life's pioneering mentorship program is making significant strides, offering new hope, and facilitating positive change.
Join us for an engaging discussion with Nicole, one of the six project mentors (Christina, Connor, Monica, Nicole, Sabrina and Shelby) who shares her firsthand experience as an individual on the Spectrum and one of the mentors, alongside Project Co-Leads, Tracy Moisan and Catherine McIntyre from Adopt4Life. Together, we explore the critical role of peer mentorship and its profound impact on both mentors and mentees navigating the challenges of FASD.
Listeners will be inspired by stories of empowerment, personal growth, and the collaborative creation of resources that resonate with individuals with FASD.
This episode is a journey through:
- Empowering Peer Connections: Discover the mentorship program's role in fostering vital relationships that inspire confidence, mutual understanding, and support among individuals with FASD.
- The Importance of Asking for Help: Hear from Nicole about the significance of seeking assistance as a step towards greater self-reliance and personal development.
- Collaboratively Creating Meaningful Resources: Learn about the process behind Adopt4Life's resource development, ensuring that every tool and initiative is reflective of the real needs and voices of the FASD community.
You will also get first hand knowledge of the second phase of the project - Until Next Time | FASD & Me: For Teens & Youth video series where each of the mentors share insight for other teens and youth with FASD on topics such as school, work, community and family.
This episode stands as a powerful showcase of how peer mentorship can serve as a catalyst for positive change in the lives of individuals with FASD and their caregivers. Nicole, Tracy, and Catherine don't just share their expertise; they share their passion, offering a narrative that highlights the importance of empathy, connection, and informed support in navigating FASD.
Show Notes:
Visit the Podcast Blog Post for links to the Adopt 4 Life ASD & Me Program and Until Now Video Series for Youth as well as Links to all the FASD Success Socials.
