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Foothills Fetal Alcohol Society

The Foothills Fetal Alcohol Society supports families, individuals and communities in rural Alberta. Easily donate:
https://www.canadahelps.org/dn/7269

Our Services
* Family Response provides support to caregivers, connects support systems and assists with diagnostic assessment process.

* Adult Response provides support to adults who would like to explore their own possible FASD.

* Professional Response provides consultation, workshops, in-services for professionals working with people affected by FASD.

* Community Response assists communities to develop and maintain awareness around the issue of FASD.

11/27/2025

🍭✨ Holiday Treats + Big Excitement = Big Feelings

Holiday excitement and sugary treats are basically the dynamic duo of emotional plot twists — especially for neurodiverse individuals, including those with FASD. One minute: pure joy. The next: why are we crying over a candy cane wrapper?

This holiday trifecta can create big swings in energy, focus, and regulation. But the good news? A few simple “pair and plan” strategies can help keep things calmer, smoother, and way more enjoyable for everyone.

Learn what’s really going on, what pressure you can release this season, and how to create gentler, happier holiday days 👇
➡️ www.foothillsfas.com/read-fasd/sugar-excitement-and-regulation-pt1

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11/26/2025

🎄✨ Wintersong Is This Sunday! ✨🎄

The countdown is on — Wintersong returns this Sunday, November 30th, and tickets are going fast (but yes… a few are still available!). Join us for an evening of festive music, community, and holiday magic in support of FFAS.

✨ Event Details:
📅 Sunday, Nov 30
🕕 Doors open: 6 PM
🕖 Concert begins: 7 PM
📍 The Heritage Inn, High River

✨ Featuring Local Artists:
Headliners Chase Morgan & Brettyn Rose
With performances by:
Grady Bakken • Sidney May Weich • Alandra Corrigan •
Marley Corrigan • Brent Corrigan • Charlotte Donovan

✨ What’s Included:
• Seasonal charcuterie & desserts
• Festive music from incredible local talent
• Beautiful centerpiece auction
• Raffle prizes
• A warm, joyful night supporting our community

🎟️ Get your tickets before they’re gone!
www.foothillsfas.com/2025-wintersong

We can’t wait to celebrate with you. 💚

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11/26/2025

🔋 The Social Battery Myth

Hot take: not all social batteries are created equal.
Some people leave a party glowing… others leave needing to face-plant into a couch for 45 minutes.

For many neurodiverse individuals, social time drains energy fast. Noise, lights, small talk, unpredictability… it’s basically a full-time job for the brain.

So if your loved one taps out early, it’s not rudeness — it’s battery depletion, plain and simple.

✨ Remember:
You’re allowed to leave early.
You’re allowed to protect regulation.
You’re absolutely allowed to skip the guilt.

✨ What helps:
Make a simple game plan — how long you’ll stay, a quiet-spot escape route, and a “hey, I’m at 10%” signal.

Read more ➡️ www.foothillsfas.com/read-fasd/the-social-battery-myth

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11/26/2025

🌿 Airdrie Caregiver Group — Tomorrow!

If you’re supporting someone with FASD, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Our Airdrie Caregiver Group meets the 4th Wednesday of the month from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Living Springs Christian Fellowship.

This is a welcoming space to connect, share, breathe, and learn alongside others who truly understand the journey. 💚

For more information, contact Pam Groeneveld at pam.groeneveld@foothillsfas.com.
We’d love to see you there.

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11/25/2025

Routines aren’t boring — they’re basically brain comfort food.

And during the holidays, when schedules get tossed around like wrapping paper, many neurodiverse brains (including individuals with FASD) feel the wobble fast.
Changes in school schedules, travel, extra activities, late nights… it’s a lot.

And when routines go off-track, regulation often goes with them.

✨ Here’s your gentle reminder:
You’re not “too rigid” for protecting routines.
You’re not overreacting by planning ahead.
You’re building a calm, predictable foundation so your loved one can participate in the season — not get overwhelmed by it.

✨ Try this today:
Create a simple “Holiday Rhythm” for the week:
• a morning plan
• one activity
• meals
• quiet time
• a predictable bedtime
Nothing fancy — just a gentle guide that says, “Here’s what’s coming. No surprises.”

Neurodiverse brains love knowing what to expect…
and honestly? Most caregivers do too. 💚

Read the Surviving the Sparkle blog at www.foothillsfas.com/read-fasd/the-routine-rollercoaster-why-predictability-matters-this-month

📍 Foothills Fetal Alcohol Society
📩 general@foothillsfas.com
📞 403-652-4776
We are here. 💚

11/24/2025

Why do the holidays feel extra big for some brains?
Because December turns life into a sensory obstacle course — brighter, louder, busier, and a whole lot stickier.

For neurodiverse people, including individuals with FASD, that extra stimulation hits harder. Routines shift, noise increases, expectations grow… and regulation gets tested.

If your loved one gets overwhelmed sooner than everyone else — that’s not “behaviour.”
That’s a brain saying, “This is a lot right now.”
And honestly? They're not wrong.

✨ Try this today:
Pick one holiday activity and gently simplify it — a shorter visit, a drive to look at lights, store-bought cookies you decorate together… little adjustments make a big difference.

A calmer season is a successful season. 💚
You’re doing better than you think.

Read the blog at www.foothillsfas.com/read-fasd/why-holidays-feel-big-for-neurodiverse-brains

📍 Foothills Fetal Alcohol Society
🌐 www.foothillsfas.com
📩 general@foothillsfas.com
📞 403-652-4776

We are here. 💚

11/21/2025

🎤 Meet the Performer: Brettyn Rose 🌟

We are so excited to welcome back Brettyn Rose — a rising star in Canadian country music with roots right here in Alberta!

This marks the third year in a row that Brettyn has headlined Wintersong, and we are so honoured to have her return. Her warmth, talent, and generosity make her an unforgettable part of this event and our community. 💜✨

Brettyn’s music blends acoustic soul, honest storytelling, and powerful vocals — all delivered with her signature sparkle. A determined and grateful artist, she continues to carve out her place in Canadian country music while uplifting others along the way.

A Rising Star nominee at the 2021 Country Music Alberta Awards, Brettyn burst onto the scene with her 2022 single “Making Progress,” debuting at #18 on the iTunes Country chart and becoming the #1 Most Active Indie Song at Canadian Radio its first week.

Her follow-up single “Almost Love” showcased a sound uniquely her own and earned her a Spotlight Artist feature on SiriusXM’s The Indigiverse. Brettyn has since taken the stage at the Country Music Alberta Awards, Canadian Finals Rodeo, and Big Valley Jamboree — capturing hearts wherever she goes.

We cannot wait to welcome Brettyn back to Wintersong 2025 and experience her heartfelt music live once again. ✨

📅 November 30
📍 Heritage Inn, High River
🎟️ Tickets on sale now
👉 Website: https://www.foothillsfas.com/2025-wintersong

11/20/2025

🎤 Meet the Performer: Sidney May Weich 🌿✨

Please join us in welcoming Sidney May Weich to her very first Wintersong stage!
Calgary-based singer-songwriter Sidney May Weich blends folk-pop storytelling with radiant melodies, heartfelt lyricism, and a voice that feels like a warm conversation with an old friend.

Since her 2020 debut single “We Know This,” Sidney has continued to carve out her place in the Western Canadian music scene with follow-up releases including “Back To It” (2022) and “Heart On The Market” (2025). Along the way, she’s been performing across Western Canada and steadily building her reputation as an artist to watch.

We’re thrilled to have Sidney bring her gentle strength, rich emotional honesty, and luminous artistry to Wintersong this year. You’re going to fall in love with her sound. 💛🎶

📅 November 30
📍 Heritage Inn, High River
🎟️ Tickets on sale now
👉 Website: https://www.foothillsfas.com/2025-wintersong

11/19/2025

🎤 Meet the Performer: Marley Claire 🌼🎶

We are excited to welcome back Marley Claire, a rising Alberta singer-songwriter whose heartfelt storytelling and soft-felt vocals make every performance feel personal and poetic.

Marley brings a fresh, soulful touch to modern country-folk — blending introspection, sincerity, and a voice that carries both warmth and strength. With growing recognition across local stages and streaming platforms, she continues to build momentum as one of Alberta’s emerging voices to watch.

Her authentic artistry and emotional depth make her a beautiful addition to our Wintersong lineup, and we can’t wait to share her music with you once again. 💜✨

📅 November 30
📍 Heritage Inn, High River
🎟️ Tickets on sale now
👉 Website: https://www.foothillsfas.com/2025-wintersong

11/18/2025

Strathmore Caregiver Support (FASD)

Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, 9:30 AM–12:00 PM
📍 Strathmore United Church — 410 4th Street

A calm space to connect, share strategies, and feel supported.
Questions? Contact Pam Groeneveld at pam.groeneveld@foothillsfas.com
We are here. 💚

11/18/2025

🎤 Meet the Performer: Brent Corrigan 🎶

We are so happy to welcome back Brent Corrigan for his third year on the Wintersong stage!
A lifelong musician from right here in High River, Brent has been sharing his love of music for as long as he can remember. His warm voice, authentic style, and genuine passion for performing make him a beloved part of our Wintersong family.
Brent is honoured to return once again — sharing the stage not only with our incredible lineup of artists, but also with his two talented daughters. 🌟 There’s something truly special about seeing family, music, and community come together, and Brent brings all of that with heart and humility.

We’re grateful to have him back and can’t wait for you to experience his beautiful performance again this year. 💜🎵

📅 November 30
📍 Heritage Inn, High River
🎟️ Tickets on sale now
👉 Website: https://www.foothillsfas.com/2025-wintersong

11/17/2025

🎉 Thank You, Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink! 🎉

At FFAS, our work begins and ends with one goal: helping children and youth thrive.
We feel incredibly fortunate to be part of the Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink program, whose support has strengthened our ability to walk alongside young people impacted by FASD.

Because of this partnership, we’re able to:
✨ provide early intervention and youth mentoring
✨ create safe spaces where young people feel understood
✨ offer programs that build regulation, confidence, and connection
✨ support families so children can grow in stability and hope

The impact is real — and it lives in the lives of the kids we serve every single day.
Thank you, Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink, for believing in them… and in us. 💙

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