Ennis Young Adult With FASD Hails Impact Of Increased Awareness
A young adult from Ennis living with FASD claims increased awareness of the disorder has allowed him to greatly develop throughout his life.
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder is a condition developed during pregnancy caused by exposure to alcohol and can effect memory and learning.
FASD Ireland, who are based in Ennis, will hold an awareness event in the Buttermarket on September 9th and Director of Operations & Deputy CEO, Scott Casson Rennie’s adopted son Jacob lives with the condition.
Jacob has been telling Clare FM’s Morning Focus that growing up proved challenging without access to the level of support in place today.
Find out more about our event and book here
Supporting FASD in school means seeing needs, not blame. Practical, compassionate approaches can help pupils feel safe, included and ready to learn each day.
FASD training for teachers builds understanding, practical classroom support and compassionate partnerships with pupils and families across Irish schools.
FASD support for parents: compassionate, practical guidance on daily life, assessment, school, advocacy and finding a community without judgement nearby.
FASD assessment for children in Ireland: understand referrals, assessment, diagnosis and practical support for home, school and family life each day.
How is FASD diagnosed? Learn what an appropriate assessment involves and how families in Ireland can prepare, seek support and move forward with care.
Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: the disability affecting nearly 400,000 people you may be unaware of.
Tristan Casson‑Rennie on The Joe Finnegan Show on Shannonside FM
The conference heard stark warnings that Ireland’s entrenched relationship with alcohol
FASD Ireland with Clare FM have produced a radio documentary "The Hidden Disability" focusing on FASD.
Our very own Jacob Casson-Rennie had the opportunity to share his Living Experience at this 2026 FASD Research Conference in Seattle.
