Support services suspended in Clare for families of people with foetal alcohol spectrum disorder

Among the indicators of FASD are ADHD, low body weight, poor co-ordination, poor memory, attention difficulties, difficulties in school, and learning disabilities.

FASD Ireland was established in 2021 and its hub in Ennis, Co Clare, was launched in 2023 by Minister of State with responsibility for Disability, Anne Rabbitte. File picture

A Clare support service for families of people with foetal alcohol spectrum disorder claims it has had to suspend activities as it awaits allocated funding.

FASD Ireland was established in 2021 and its hub in Ennis, Co Clare, was launched in 2023 by Minister of State with responsibility for Disability, Anne Rabbitte. Among its services is a helpline for families of people with FASD.