FASD affects daily living and supervision needs in ways that are easy to underestimate.
— what to put on the form
- Memory difficulties (re-teaching every day)
- Supervision needs (road safety, kitchen, strangers, peer pressure)
- Help with dressing, hygiene, eating (often a much younger developmental age)
- Sleep difficulties (very common in FASD)
- Emotional regulation support
- Sensory needs
— what to push for
- Section B: full picture of cognitive, social, emotional, sensory, communication and physical needs
- Section F: specific, quantified support — adult support hours, , , regular check-ins, key worker
- Section I: named, suitable school placement
Transition to adulthood
- transition at 16
- Continued education up to 25 if needed
- Adult social care assessment
- Support around money, relationships, employment
Other support
- Carer''s Allowance
- Family Fund
- Blue Badge (if mobility/safety needs apply)
- Short breaks / respite
See our Guide and Guide for full step-by-step support.