The goal of the fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) program is to reduce the
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FAS Latest News
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July 14th Task Force meeting - agenda
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National Organization on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome honors Michigan mother and son for their contributions to education about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome - (click here)
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number of children born in Michigan with FAS, to provide timely diagnosis, and to assist those that are diagnosed with needed support services. Services are provided through: 1) five multidisciplinary teams called Centers of Excellence that diagnose and provide initial care planning, 2) community outreach and education projects at eleven local sites, and 3) training and consultation.
The goals of the program are to:
· Increase awareness and prevention of FAS,
· Facilitate outreach, screening and referrals to diagnostic services,
· Provide therapeutic and social support to families and children with FAS.
The target population for prevention education is women of childbearing age. Education is offered at substance abuse treatment centers. Children under six are targeted for screening, diagnosis and support. These children are primarily identified in community programs and services that identify poor growth or behavioral concerns. Older children may be identified in schools or by parents/caretakers due to learning disabilities or behavior problems.
Community projects funded for FY2006 are: (click here for Contact List)
- Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency & Presque Isle Counties, Alpena
- Berrien County, Benton Harbor
- Delta, Menominee Counties, Escanaba
- Gogebic, Ontonagon Counties, Wakefield
- Jackson County, Jackson
- Macomb County, Fraser
- Marquette County, Marquette
- Wayne County, Southgate
Centers of Excellence Diagnostic and Treatment Centers: (click here for map)
- Children's Hospital of Michigan, Detroit
- Marquette General Hospital, Marquette
- Northern Michigan Children's Assessment Center, Traverse City
- Southwest Michigan Children's Trauma Assessment Center, Kalamazoo
- Spectrum Health, Grand Rapids
- University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Conference Presentations from:
Being Our Best with F.A.S. - August 19-22, 2004, Newaygo, MI, and
Statewide FAS Workgroup Conference - August 18-19, 2004, Muskegon, MI
Neurodevelopmental Impact of FASD & Mental Health Implications
Super Hero Watkins
Maternal Health Practices & Child Development Project
Impact of Alcohol on Perinatal Outcomes, Part 1 and Part 2
Not Just Another Pretty Face - Edward Riley, Part 1 and Part 2
Web Sites:
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Center for Excellence
National FAS Resource Directory
Michigan Resource Center (order/download materials)
Parent and Teacher Resources
Contact: Cheryl Lauber, Program Coordinator
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