The Papillion Center

09/01/2026

"My mind thinks I'm 25, but physically, my body is like, 'You are probably closer to 90.'"

For decades, the world has treated FASD like a childhood label that magically disappears after age 18. But what actually happens when we reach our 50s, 60s, and 70s?

In this special roundtable episode of Living with FASD, Barb Clark, Carl Young, Jodee Kulp, Dr. Kathryn Page, and I sit down for an honest, hilarious, and deeply validating conversation about what it really means to age with prenatal exposure:

🧠 The "Cognitive Bloom": Why our creative genius, deep wisdom, and focus often hit their stride later in life.

🔋 Bloom vs. Somatic Burnout: How to navigate the friction when your spirit is ready to run, but your physical battery is running low.

🩺 The Whole-Body Reality: Why chronic joint issues, early dental breakdown, and immune flares are biological realities—not personal failures.

🕊️ Late-Life Grace: Letting go of decades of self-blame and giving ourselves permission to use the accommodations we need.

Whether you're an adult on the spectrum, a caregiver planning for the long road ahead, or a clinician seeking practical lifespan insight—this episode was recorded for you.

🎧 Stream the full panel now!
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aging-with-fasd-cognitive-bloom-physical-burnout-whole/id1865766952?i=1000786910435
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LivingWithFASDPodcast/posts/aging-with-fasd-168115538?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
Rumble: https://rumble.com/v7euww0-aging-with-fasd-cognitive-bloom-physical-burnout-and-whole-body-health-pane.html
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2TowUGeTMoGN8qedxtJeKn?si=7f6e69d734af411a
YouTube: https://youtu.be/v8QhPg9aV1Q

09/01/2026

08/28/2026

🌍📚 Join us at the inaugural Education and FASD International Conference!

We're excited to share that our very own Jennifer Wisdahl and Krystal Starwich will be presenting at the 2026 Education and FASD International Conference, hosted by POPFASD.

This FREE virtual conference brings together educators, researchers, community support workers, self-advocates, families, and professionals from around the world to explore practical, evidence-informed strategies that improve outcomes for students with FASD.

✨ Over 30 virtual sessions
🌎 Global presenters and perspectives
📅 October 23, 2026
💻 Free to attend

Whether you work in education or support individuals with FASD, this is an incredible opportunity to learn, connect, and take home strategies you can put into practice right away.

🔗 Register today: www.efic.ca

Image Description: A conference promotional graphic for the 2026 Education and FASD International Conference. The graphic announces a one-day virtual conference on October 23, 2026, featuring more than 30 sessions focused on practical strategies for supporting individuals with FASD. Headshots of Jennifer Wisdahl and Krystal Starwich from FASD United are displayed as featured presenters. The graphic highlights that the conference is free, online, and designed for educators, with opportunities to learn from global experts, connect with colleagues, and explore evidence-informed strategies. Registration information is provided at www.efic.ca

08/25/2026

Our Instilling Hope Gala is quickly approaching, will you be joining us??

08/24/2026

Join us and help improve outcomes for people with FASD.

Real change happens when our community comes together. At National FASD Impact Week, people with living experience, families, advocates, researchers, clinicians, and professionals will connect, share their expertise, and take action toward a stronger future for the FASD community.

Your voice. Your experience. Your presence. They all make an impact.

📍 Washington, DC
📅 September 27–30, 2026
🔗 Register FREE at FASDUnited.org

Image Description: National FASD Impact Week 2026 graphic featuring a diverse group of FASD community members standing together, many wearing black FASD awareness shirts and red shoes. Text reads, “Join us & improve outcomes for people with FASD. September 27–30. Washington, D.C.”

08/23/2026

Memory deficits are one of the many ways FASD can affect daily life. Remembering appointments, following instructions, completing tasks, or connecting actions with consequences can be challenging.

Instead of assuming someone "should remember," ask what type of reminder works best for them. A simple accommodation can make a meaningful difference in supporting independence and success

08/21/2026

Schools need FASD training.
Better knowledge creates better classrooms.

Educators who understand FASD can design lessons, routines, and expectations that work for all brains. Training turns classrooms into safer places for learning and belonging.

LIKE, SHARE, and COMMENT - your work and love are noticed, and we are ALL in this together.

08/20/2026

08/13/2026

New school year, new opportunities to build understanding. 🍎💙

The words we choose can shape how are seen, supported, & included. Our Language Guide One-Pagers offers simple recommendations for using more inclusive, strengths-based language when discussing .

It’s a quick resource to share with teachers, school staff, families, and anyone who wants to help create a more school community this year.

Explore this resource and more at FASDUnited.org/fact-sheets/.

Image Description: Blue FASD United fact sheet titled “Talking About FASD: Best Practices, Recommendations & Considerations.” The resource provides preferred language for discussing people with FASD and encourages inclusive, strengths-based communication that avoids stereotyping, blame, and judgment.