Training & Tools
Has your school been schooled?
If you haven't checked it out yet, you MUST see the new Get Schooled in Anaphylaxis website! Click on the photo to"Take the Tour" and send family member, teachers and friends to school about how to deal with food allergies today!
Does your teacher know her union has Food Allergy Resources? HIN works with NEA and NEA affiliates to provide school communities with vital and timely information that supports successful learning environments and student achievement
Click Here for the NEA's quick FA training video!
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The National Association of School Nurses has been working on a joint grant from the Centers for Disease Control with the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network and the National School Boards Association on food allergy management in the school setting. We are pleased to announce the posting of the NASN Online Food Allergy Tool Kit.
This tool kit includes algorithms to enhance the school nurse’s approach to planning and care, checklists, forms and resources. Guidance documents will be added soon. Access the toolkit on our Web site.
Of special note: Fact Sheet: What School Nurses Need to Know about Parents of Children with Food Allergies
This may help understand the viewpoints of families dealing with food allergies.
The National Association of School Nurses has been working on a joint grant from the Centers for Disease Control with the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network and the National School Boards Association on food allergy management in the school setting. We are pleased to announce the posting of the NASN Online Food Allergy Tool Kit.
This tool kit includes algorithms to enhance the school nurse’s approach to planning and care, checklists, forms and resources. Guidance documents will be added soon. Access the toolkit on our Web site.
Of special note: Fact Sheet: What School Nurses Need to Know about Parents of Children with Food Allergies
This may help understand the viewpoints of families dealing with food allergies.
A Fantastic Tool to Train Schools!
Allergy Ready- Online Resource
Click to go to Allergy Ready
"It’s Back-to-school time – make sure your school is Allergy Ready. Our online course is designed to help teachers, administrators and other school personnel prevent and manage potentially life-threatening allergic reactions." - Allergy Ready
Send the Allergy Ready Flyer or link to your school nurse, principal or teacher today!
Another great site for school training
Managing Food Allergies in School: What Staff Needs To Know
Food Allergy Awareness Module [email protected]
"Managing food allergies in school is a critical and time-consuming responsibility of the school nurse. We have created this free resource to help you implement school policy, train staff, and efficiently manage your students’ food allergies."
- Dr Michale Pistiner, MD, MMSc
Harvard Vanguard and Associates & Children's Hospital Boston, Harvard Medical School, Instructor of Pediatrics
Also from [email protected]
for school nurse resources
for internet resources for schools
for kids
Send the Allergy Ready Flyer or link to your school nurse, principal or teacher today!
Another great site for school training
Managing Food Allergies in School: What Staff Needs To Know
Food Allergy Awareness Module [email protected]
"Managing food allergies in school is a critical and time-consuming responsibility of the school nurse. We have created this free resource to help you implement school policy, train staff, and efficiently manage your students’ food allergies."
- Dr Michale Pistiner, MD, MMSc
Harvard Vanguard and Associates & Children's Hospital Boston, Harvard Medical School, Instructor of Pediatrics
Also from [email protected]
for school nurse resources
for internet resources for schools
for kids
Speaking of Schools...
Just thought I'd share this cool find. Many of us need to think about allergens in the schools- not just the cafeteria or snacks, but in the supplies used by the schools, especially for art projects. Did you know that the majority of accidental allergen exposures are caused by foods used in activities and crafts? Most of us are aware of the dreaded peanut butter bird feeder (when will that project die?) but I never knew that egg is sometimes used as a thickener in finger paint or that Play Doh contains wheat. I typically would encourage teachers or parents to call the manufacturers to inquire about allergens in products. This year, why not share this website with your teacher or school? http://www.discountschoolsupply.com/ I don't endorse the company but I do commend the organization of the items by allergens and LOVE the fact that they have children with allergies in mind. On it's homepage, there is a section dedicated to common allergens. You can look up by product or by allergen. So for instance, if you are looking for soy free glue, you can see all 34 results. Or you can look up all the peanut & tree nut free options(300+!). Common brands are listed and the prices seem good too. Your teacher may appreciate the ease of finding allergen free products.
Allergy Friendly Food Resources You Can Use
foodsniffr-a web app that helps people living with Celiac Disease as well as people living with food allergies to find safe foods & restaurants. When you first sign up, the app takes you to a profile page where you tell us what kind of allergens you are avoiding ( for example gluten & lactose), & then based on your profile, the app suggests foods & restaurants in your area.
Allerkids-"We are two moms and Clinical Psychologists who have created an ecommerce business dedicated to providing smart, stylish, and safe solutions for families with food allergies.
AllerDine.com is " the premier food allergy restaurant guide that describes the allergy friendliness of each restaurant. Information such as having a formal allergy policy, what allergens are on their menu, a list or book of ingredients, willingness to prepare a custom meal and kitchen layout, are available for each restaurant on the website to help you decide if it is an appropriate location for you and your family." To find out more go to http://www.allerdine.com/
eatingwithfoodallergies.com "Does that seem impossible? If you have just started eating with food allergies, it might seem as though you have very few options. For an adult who has been diagnosed after enjoying any food they want, it can be somewhat depressing to have diet restrictions. For a parent of a child who has just been diagnosed with food allergies, the diagnosis can range from confusing to downright scary. Not only do you need to worry about keeping your child safe but you also have to come up with meals that everyone in your family can have and will enjoy. That's not easy!"
allergyeats.com "is a comprehensive, user-friendly guide to allergy-friendly restaurants across the United States. It is a peer-reviewed directory of restaurants – rated by people with food allergies, for people with food allergies.
Our database has over 600,000 restaurant listings across the U.S. – from large chains to small mom and pops, from gourmet to greasy spoons. We’ve laid the groundwork by providing you with menus – including kids’, gluten-free, and allergy-specific – where available, as well as any other relevant information from restaurants."