Welcome to our new website! The Foster Parents Support Services Society (FPSSS) is now the Caring Families Society. We still are the same organization, supporting BC family caregivers with a wide range of education and support services.
Over the years both the language used to describe foster caregiving and the inclusiveness of the term have changed and evolved. Our old name, Foster Parents Support Services Society, used the term ‘foster parent’, which is still commonly used. We have updated this to ‘foster caregiver’ on the new site, to better include the broader fostering community, and reflect the changing role of caregivers. We’ve also expanded our services to be more inclusive of kinship and extended family caregivers, who play an increasingly central and acknowledged role in the fostering community.
Changes Underway at MCFD
Welcoming a New Executive Director at CFS
FASD Across the Lifespan: What Caregivers Need to Know
FASD: A Whole-Body Condition Every Foster Caregiver Should Understand
FASD Awareness Day: Why Talking About Drinking During Pregnancy Matters
FASD and the Education System in BC: A Foster Caregiver’s Guide
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Caregiver Coffee In-Person Mornings Tuesday, “April 28th, 9:00am to 12:00 noon Welcome to a warm, supportive space, a perfect spot to connect with caregivers and friends, swap stories, share tips, […]
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Creative Connections Dot Art Moon Vision Tuesday, April 28th, 10:00am to 12:00noon #102-6421 Applecross Road, Nanaimo Open to Foster Caregivers Connect with other foster caregivers while getting creative! Artist Jen […]
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Foster Caregiver In-person Coffee Meeting No group during the March break Tuesday, April 28th, 10:00am to 11:30am Host to be announced by email (Fourth Tuesday of the month) Your Campbell […] |
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2 events,Thursday, October 2nd, 9th, and 16th, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training […] Thursday, September 18th and September 25th, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role, responsibilities and […] |
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Register for an information session to learn more about becoming a foster caregiver and to help you decide if fostering is right for you. Fostering can be an incredibly rewarding […] |
2 events,Thursday, October 2nd, 9th, and 16th, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training […] Thursday, September 18th and September 25th, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role, responsibilities and […] |
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Comox Valley Education Event Through Their Eyes: Supporting and Understanding Indigenous Youth in Care Friday, May 8th, 10:00am to 1:00pm In-person at The Old House Hotel, 1730 Riverside Lane, Courtenay […] |
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Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting Tuesday, May 12th, 9:30am to 10:30am MCFD Boardroom, 1334 Island Hwy (Second Tuesday of every second month) All foster caregivers, MCFD social workers, C&Y Mental Health […]
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Nanaimo Foster Caregivers Support Mornings Tuesday, May 12th, 10:00am to 11:30am Tuesday, June 9th, 10:00am to 11:30am CFS Office, #102-6421 Applecross Road, Nanaimo These morning meetings are a safe space […] |
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4 events,Thursday, October 2nd, 9th, and 16th, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training […] Thursday, September 18th and September 25th, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role, responsibilities and […]
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Navigating Emotions: How to Remain Centered When Emotions Feel Overwhelming CLN Thursday, May 14th, 11:00am to 1:00pm Crisis Centre of BC Presentation Facilitated by Bonnie Cook Open to Foster Caregivers […] |
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Central Island Foster Caregivers Mornings Wednesday, May 20th, 9:30am to 11:30am Wednesday, June 17th, 9:30am to 11:30am Cowichan Community Center, Nitnat Room, 2687 James Street These gatherings are a great […]
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Register for an information session to learn more about becoming a foster caregiver and to help you decide if fostering is right for you. Fostering can be an incredibly rewarding […] |
3 events,Thursday, October 2nd, 9th, and 16th, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training […] Thursday, September 18th and September 25th, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role, responsibilities and […]
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Safe Babies Caregiver Meeting and Knowledge Exchange Thursday, May 21st, 10:00am to 11:30am Topic: Caring for the Caregiver Thursday June 18th, 10:00am to 11:30am Topics: Infectious Disease of Infancy (Third […] |
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4 events,Caregiver In-Person Coffee Mornings Tuesday, May 26th, 9:00am to 12:00 noon Tuesday, June 23rd, 9:00am to 12:00 noon Hang out in a warm, welcoming space made for everyone. It’s the […] Caregiver In-Person Coffee Mornings Tuesday, May 26th, 9:00am to 12:00 noon Tuesday, June 23rd, 9:00am to 12:00 noon Hang out in a warm, welcoming space made for everyone. It’s the […]
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CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers CFS Office, #102-6421 Applecross Road, Nanaimo Gemstone and Copper Tree or Teardrop Plant Tuesday, May 26th 10:00am to 12:00 noon Connect with other foster caregivers […] |
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3 events,Thursday, October 2nd, 9th, and 16th, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training […] Thursday, September 18th and September 25th, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role, responsibilities and […] Safe Babies Meetings Thursday, September 25th, 11:00am to 1:00pm Thursday, October 23rd, 11:00am to 1:00pm Safe Babies caregivers meet with Angela Hatch to connect, support one another, and discuss information […] |
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Child and Youth in Care week June 1st to 7th Local event: Wednesday, June 3rd, 3:00pm to 6:00pm CR Community Centre Gym, 401 11th Avenue Child and Youth in Care […]
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Register for an information session to learn more about becoming a foster caregiver and to help you decide if fostering is right for you. Fostering can be an incredibly rewarding […] |
2 events,Thursday, October 2nd, 9th, and 16th, and 23rd 6:00pm to 8:00pm TBRI® Conference In-Person-Evenings Facilitated by SI Coordinator Dianne Thompson South Island Foster and Out-of Care Caregivers Only Four-Part Training […] Thursday, September 18th and September 25th, 9:30am to 11:30am Facilitated by Interior Community Services Open to Foster Caregivers and Social Workers Do you want to understand your role, responsibilities and […] |
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