MOFAS Understands.

MOFAS understands that the challenges families living with FASD face are intense, and at times, may even be overwhelming.

We are here for families, individuals and caregivers, to help guide and support you through the FASD journey.  To help find answers and resolve problems.  To navigate the complex systems.  And most importantly, connect you with others who are walking the same path.

Family News & Updates

MOFAS Grantee Program for Young Adults with an FASD in Western MN!

Posted On February 22, 2012

In July of 2011, MOFAS awarded 6 grants to organizations to expand on their current support opportunities. Examples of these include job coaching, social skills groups, life skills programs and effective school support. Each grantee was awarded between $10,000 – $30,000. The Village Family Service was one of these grantees, and they are offering a unique program [...]

Metro Area Family Event – MOFAS March Madness for Couples!

Posted On February 21, 2012

Join us for a special dinner and social gathering for metro area parents! Tuesday, March 13 Golden Valley Library 830 Winnetka Ave N Golden Valley, MN 5:30Pm – 8:00PM MOFAS is providing all the food – you just have to bring yourselves! Come whether you are a couple or a single, but adults only please. [...]

Central MN Family Fun Event – Bowling!

Posted On February 16, 2012

Saturday, March 24th Sartell Great River Bowl 208 2nd St. S Sartell, MN (We will be in “The Suite Lanes” an enclosed area with 8 lanes) 1:30PM—3:30PM Cost: $10 per family up to 5 members, $2 per person after that. Includes 2 games of bowling with shoes, snacks and beverages. Deadline to register is Wednesday, [...]

MOFAS Young Adult Panel to Speak at MACMH Conference in Duluth!

Posted On February 2, 2012

Mark your calendars! The MOFAS Young Adult Panel has been invited to speak at the MACMH 2012 Child & Adolescent Mental Health Conference! This is the second state conference they have been invited to speak at, and we are so proud of and excited for them as they speak out for themselves, sharing their amazing [...]

Equine Pilot Project for Children with an FASD Diagnosis

Posted On February 2, 2012

In July of 2011, MOFAS awarded 6 grants to organizations to expand on their current support opportunities. Examples of these include job coaching, social skills groups, life skills programs and effective school support. Each grantee was awarded between $10,000 – $30,000. 4Keeps was one of these grantees, and they are offering a unique program for families with [...]

Announcing SAY IT! (Self Advocacy Youth Impact Team) – Series for Young Adults Affected by FASD

Posted On February 2, 2012

        Join the team! MOFAS is hosting a free, three-part series for young adults living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) in MN! Through SAY IT! (Self Advocacy Youth Impact Team), you will learn how to talk to policy makers, participate in a fun mock legislative committee hearing and practice self advocacy [...]

Presentation and Lunch for Parents: Creating Positive Behavior Change

Posted On January 25, 2012

4Keeps Presents the 2012 Speaker Series Sponsored by MOFAS, the State of Minnesota and Anoka County Saturday, March 10 10:30AM – 12:30PM Presentations 12:30PM – 2:00PM Lunch and New Friendships Coon Rapids Middle School 11600 Raven Street NW Coon Rapids, MN Topic: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) – Reasons Not Excuses Children with FASD often [...]

Hand in Hand Series

Posted On January 24, 2012

The Hand in Hand series is a recommended first step for families to explore the spectrum of this disorder and identify strategies that promote success. NEW upcoming opportunities online and in person, winter/spring 2012! Register now!