About Us
Programs and Services
Area Coordinators
There are Area Coordinators available to assist foster caregivers in obtaining current and accurate information; support services to caregivers including training and development; and peer support in Victoria, Cowichan Valley, Nanaimo, Port Alberni, Comox Valley, Campbell River, and Port Hardy.
Peer Support Groups
Opportunities for foster caregivers to network through the development, organization and scheduling of Peer Support Groups, which are meaningful and effective, and best meet the needs of foster caregivers in the Vancouver Island Region.
Peer Mentoring Program
A Mentor is an experienced and trained foster caregiver who will act as a trusted advisor, friend or support person and reduce the isolation foster caregivers may experience. The goals of mentoring are to provide foster caregivers with a support network and information, and to help prevent placement breakdown.
Investigation and Resolution Support Team
The Investigation and Resolution Support Team provides support to caregivers involved in investigation processes, including the organization, training and supervision of volunteer support workers.
Region-wide Communication
The Island Connection: comprehensive newsletter, published five times per year and distributed to all foster caregivers free of charge. Area Offices: located in Victoria and Nanaimo.
MCFD Partnership Meetings
Identification, presentation and management of common issues for caregivers.
Ongoing Training
Opportunities for foster caregivers to further their skills and knowledge development.
Mission and Governance
The Caring Families Society is a CARF Accredited, non-profit grassroots organization whose mission is to empower foster and kinship caregivers with education, connection and support to provide stable, nurturing homes for children and youth.
All caregivers in the Vancouver Island Region holding a Family Care Home agreement with the BC Ministry of Children and Family Development have the right to access any and all of the services provided.