As the adult population with food allergy continues to grow, we sit down with two adults with food allergies to learn how they navigate their work and personal lives. Joining us is Linda Menighan, FAACT Vice President of Programs, and Emery Gewirtz Brown, FAACT Director of Behavioral Health. These two community leaders take us on a lively tour of several new 'Adults with Food Allergies' resources available to you, your friends, and colleagues.

To keep you in the know, below are a few, free & helpful links:

Teal Tactics for Adults with Food Allergies:

• FAACT's Adults with Food Allergy Resource Center
  • Socializing with Friends
  • Dating and Relationships
  • Shared Living Spaces
  • Food Allergies in the Workplace
  • Events in the Workplace

Resources:

• FAACT’s Adults with Food Allergies Facebook Group
• FAACT’s Behavioral Health Resource Center

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Meet the newest FAACT Leadership team member, Kristin M. Osborne, FAACT's Vice President of Education, as we explore special activities to celebrate Valentine's Day with food allergies. Hear about Random Acts of Valentine's Day Kindness to creating new and inclusive memories with your family and friends. We welcome Kristin and her extensive background as she joins the FAACT Leadership team.

To keep you in the know, below are helpful links:

• Meet Kristin Osborne

Blogs:

• FAACT Believes in Love Without Limits

Resources:

• FAACT Education Center

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In this episode, you'll enjoy getting to know precocious 12-year-old Brennan, who candidly discusses his challenges and successes in managing food allergies. As a FAACT Camp TAG and Teen Retreat veteran, Brennan provides a glimpse from an attendee's perspective of these two signature events. Joined by his mother, Shannon, they share stories of bullying and triumph. 

Links from topics mentioned in podcast:

• Brennan’s Teal Love Spotlight Food Allergy Journey
• FAACT’s Camp TAG (The Allergy Gang)
• FAACT’s Teen Retreat

Resources:

• FAACT’s Education Resource Center
•  FAACT’s Bullying Section
• No Appetite for Bullying
• FAACT’s Behavioral Health Resource Center
• FAACT’s Civil Rights Advocacy Resource Center

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In this episode, we sit down with FAACT President, CEO and Founder, Eleanor Garrow-Holding, as she reflects on 2020 with her eye on 2021. Eleanor authentically shares her personal experience discovering her son's food allergy, EoE, and asthma and how those early experiences helped to shape the FAACT organization we know today.

Programs  mentioned in podcast:

• FAACT's Camp TAG
• FAACT's Teen Retreat
• FAACT's Leadership Summit

Blogs:

• Bringing Hope, Love, and Empathy into the New Year for Those Living with Food Allergy

Resources: 

• FAACT's Education Resource Center
• FAACT's Civil Rights Advocacy Resource Center
• FAACT's Behavioral Health Resource Center
• FAACT's Newly Diagnosed Guide
• FAACT's 'A Caregiver's Guide'

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In this episode, we sit down with FAACT's Medical Advisory Board Chair, Dr. Shahzad Mustafa, to explore the world of COVID-19 vaccinations as he explains how vaccinations work and why the current vaccinations offered are safe - even for people living with food allergies and asthma.

Podcasts with Dr. Shahzad Mustafa:

• Understanding COVID-19, Part 1 
• Understanding COVID-19, Part 2 
• Food Allergy and COVID-19 Pandemic, Where Are We Now

Resources:·         

• FAACT’s COVID-19 Resource Center
• The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Vaccines
• U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine: includes translation in multiple languages for recipient and caregivers
• U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine: includes translation in multiple languages for recipient and caregivers
• Allergic Living: “Some Reactions to COVID Vaccine Expected, But No Reason to Avoid Shot”

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* This is our last podcast in 2020. Thank you for tuning in with us this year. FAACT's Roundtable Podcast will return on January 27, 2021. Stay Safe! Always be kind to one another! Happy New Year!

Thanks for listening! FAACT invites you to discover more exciting food allergy resources at FoodAllergyAwareness.org!

Pandemic parenting has been a challenge! Today, we sit down with FAACT's Director of Behavioral Health, Emery Gewirtz, MA, School Psychology,  as we explore what emotions kids might be feeling right now and how to help establish fun winter goals, routines, and tips to perk up the pandemic winter blues. Listen to Emery's top three tips for engagement, including how to help your child remain engaged with their peers and friends.

Links mentioned in podcast:

• Cosmic Kids Yoga - YouTube Yoga Club for Kids
• FAACT’s Behavioral Health Resource Center

Podcasts:

• Your Family: Building Resilience in Kids
• Food Allergy Anxiety and Depression
• Self-Care and Coping Skills Tips for Your and Your Family

Blogs:

• Mental Health Awareness Month: The Effects of PTSD and Food Allergies
• The Lost Memories of Students in Transition: Where Do We Go from Here?
• Compassion in a Time of Chaos: There is No Right Response

Resources:

• FAACT's Parents: How to Listen to Your Children and Teens When They Are Ready to Talk to You About Their Mental Health
• FAACT's When It’s Time to Seek Help: Behavioral Health Issues and Your Food Allergies

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In this episode, FAACT-recognized support group leader,  and FAACT Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board Member, Ashley Smith, explores fresh ideas for creating memories for all budgets and locations. Ashley discusses how to keep grandparents involved even when they are living across the country and how to focus on love, creativity, and inclusion of all family members.  No prior crafting experience needed to enjoy these easy and affordable ideas!

To keep you in the know, below are helpful links:

• FAACT's Teal Love Spotlight Contest: Donate $20 in 2020 to help us usher in a better 2021
• FAACT's Allergy-Friendly Christmas Ideas on Pinterest (crafts and treats)
• FAACT's Allergy-Friendly New Year's Eve on Pinterest
• FAACT's Support Group Leadership Summit
• FAACT-recognized Support Groups

Visit us at www.FoodAllergyAwareness.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and YouTube. Contact us directly via Email.

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Thanks for listening! FAACT invites you to discover more exciting food allergy resources at FoodAllergyAwareness.org!

In this episode, FAACT-recognized support group leader,  and FAACT Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Board Member, Carolina Soto, MSW, shares how to safely manage the holidays as we balance precious, cultural traditions with food allergy management. Carolina explores the importance of finding support and why we need one another.

To keep you in the know, below are helpful links:

• FAACT's Teal Love Spotlight Contest: Donate $20 in 2020 to help us usher in a better 2021
• FAACT's Cultural Allergy-Friendly Recipes on Pinterest
• FAACT's Support Group Leadership Summit
• FAACT-recognized Support Groups

Visit us at www.FoodAllergyAwareness.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and YouTube. Contact us directly via Email.

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Thanks for listening! FAACT invites you to discover more exciting food allergy resources at FoodAllergyAwareness.org!

This holiday season, we explore how to set a positive intention, learn how to say "No" with grace and honesty, and how to "take in the good" with Emery Gewirtz, FAACT Director of Behavioral Health. The holidays can be tough, but with tools packed with science-based tips, you'll be prepared for a joyful season.

To keep you in the know, below are a few, free & helpful links:

Holiday Helpers:

• FAACT’s “What Will Your Holiday Season Look Like?” Blog
• FAACT’s Holiday Planning Section 
• FAACT’s Self-care Section
• FAACT’s Behavioral Health Resource Center

Podcasts:

• Your Family: Building Resilience in Kids
• Food Allergy Anxiety and Depression
• Self-Care and Coping Skills Tips for Your and Your Family

Blogs:

• Mental Health Awareness Month: The Effects of PTSD and Food Allergies
• The Lost Memories of Students in Transition: Where Do We Go from Here?
• Compassion in a Time of Chaos: There is No Right Response

Resources:

• FAACT's Parents: How to Listen to Your Children and Teens When They Are Ready to Talk to You About Their Mental Health
• FAACT's When It’s Time to Seek Help: Behavioral Health Issues and Your Food Allergies

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Sponsored by: DBV Technologies

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In this episode, Executive Chef, Keith Norman, with South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa, helps us get ready for holiday cooking by sharing tips for preparing ahead of time and how to safely cook a turkey.  Chef Keith shares his passion for our food allergy community through his cooking and food allergy aware television appearances.

To keep you in the know, below are helpful links:

• FAACT's Shine Bright with Teal Love Spotlight Contest: Donate $20 in 2020 to help us usher in a better 2021
• Food Service and Food Allergies with Chef Keith: FAACT's Roundtable Podcast, Ep. 29
• FDA's Food Safety Tips for the Healthy Holidays
• FAACT's Dining Out Resources
• Allergen Awareness: A Chef's Perspective Cookbook, Author Chef Keith Norman
• South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada

Visit us at www.FoodAllergyAwareness.org and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and YouTube. Contact us directly via Email.

You can find the FAACT Roundtable Podcast on Pandora, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher,  iHeart Radio, Podcast Chaser, Deezer, and Listen Notes.

Sponsored by: Genentech

Thanks for listening! FAACT invites you to discover more exciting food allergy resources at FoodAllergyAwareness.org!