Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Services

Who we are

The Northwestern Ontario Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Diagnostic Clinic, supported by FIREFLY, is an Interdisciplinary team that includes a Clinic Coordinator, Speech-Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Psychometrist, Psychologist, Physician, FASD Worker and a Bi-Cultural Clinician. 

Our goal is to enhance quality of life of the children, youth, adults and families of Northwestern Ontario through diagnostic assessment and facilitation of services. 

The FASD Diagnostic clinic, supported by FIREFLY, is a collaborative project between 11 different organizations: Giishkaandago’Ikwe Health Services, Creighton Youth Services, FIREFLY, Kenora Association for Community Living, Kenora and Rainy River District Child & Family Services, Kenora Chiefs Advisory, Lake of the Woods District Hospital Community Programs, Meno Ya Win Health Care, Northwestern Health Unit, Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority, Waasegiizhig Nanaandawe’Iyewigamig. 

What we do
  • Provide assessment and diagnostic services for children/youth/adults residing in the Kenora and Rainy River districts including Far North Areas. 
  • Provide pre and post clinic support through the FASD worker position. 
  • Provide referrals to community service providers. 
  • Provide recommendations for caregivers and educators. 
  • Provide community networking. 
  • Provide training and consultation for para-professionals and professionals, including educators, social service providers and those working in the legal professions. 
Eligibility & Referrals
  • Children/youth/adults living in the Kenora, Rainy River, Sioux Lookout and Far North Areas with suspected Prenatal Alcohol Exposure.
  • Health professionals, educators, families and clients can submit a referral. It is recommended the referring party speak directly to the client/parent/guardian to discuss the referral and receive verbal consent to initiate the referral. 
  • Individuals over the age of 6 for whom there has been confirmed Prenatal Alcohol Exposure will be assessed by the Interdisciplinary team. 
  • Individuals who have a confirmed diagnosis of FASD or who have been prenatally exposed to alcohol are eligible for support through the services of the FASD worker.
Resources
Northwestern Ontario FASD Clinic Process Map

A map that provides information on the Northwestern Ontario FASD Diagnostic Clinic and what to expect. Click here.

Your source for accurate, up to date FASD Information for Ontario! Check out this website for resources, support/services, upcoming events/training and news. Check out their Frequently Asked Questions Sections! Click here.

Your source for accurate, up to date FASD Information for Ontario! Check out this website for resources, support/services, upcoming events/training and news. Check out their Frequently Asked Questions Sections! Click here.