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SUMMARY:Central Island Foster Caregivers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Central Island Foster Caregivers Mornings \nWednesday\, May 20th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nWednesday\, June 17th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nCowichan Community Center\, Nitnat Room\, 2687 James Street These gatherings are a great way to connect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and rewards of fostering. The Nitinat Room is at the end of the hall on the second f loor of the Cowichan Community Center. Come and meet members of your Cowichan Valley Foster Parents Local and other wonderful foster caregivers! During May’s meeting\, a special guest from the Disability Alliance BC will join us to share information and answer questions about the Disability Tax Credit\, the Registered Disability Savings Plan\, and the Canada Disability Benefit. Watch your emails for more information!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/central-island-foster-caregivers-mornings/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T100000
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SUMMARY:CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers CFS Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo \nGemstone and Copper Tree or Teardrop Plant Tuesday\, May 26th 10:00am to 12:00 noon \nConnect with other foster caregivers while getting creative! Artist Jen from Lost Arts Club will guide us in creating a beaded treasure. Choose from either a Tree on Driftwood or a Teardrop Plant. All material included! No previous art skills needed! CFS is asking foster caregivers to contribute $5 towards costs; Caring Families Society will pay the rest. Limited spaces available. Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/apu6amp
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/creative-connections-for-foster-caregivers/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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SUMMARY:Nanaimo Foster Caregivers Support Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Nanaimo Foster Caregivers Support Mornings \nTuesday\, May 12th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nTuesday\, June 9th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nCFS Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo These morning meetings are a safe space to connect with other caregivers who understand the unique experiences and challenges fostering brings. Ask questions\, share success\, recharge\, laugh\, cry\, learn about resources\, and lift each other up. There will be opportunities for caregivers to work on Life Book pages if desired and CFS will provide support\, supplies\, and tools. Foster caregivers\, please check your emails for more details closer to the morning dates!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/nanaimo-foster-caregivers-support-mornings-3/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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SUMMARY:Central Island Foster Caregivers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Central Island Foster Caregivers Mornings \nWednesday\, May 20th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nWednesday\, June 17th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nCowichan Community Center\, Nitnat Room\, 2687 James Street These gatherings are a great way to connect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and rewards of fostering. The Nitinat Room is at the end of the hall on the second f loor of the Cowichan Community Center. Come and meet members of your Cowichan Valley Foster Parents Local and other wonderful foster caregivers! During May’s meeting\, a special guest from the Disability Alliance BC will join us to share information and answer questions about the Disability Tax Credit\, the Registered Disability Savings Plan\, and the Canada Disability Benefit. Watch your emails for more information!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/central-island-foster-caregivers-mornings-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260623T100000
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SUMMARY:CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers CFS Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo \nExploring Acrylics Tuesday\, June 23rd 10:00am to 12:00 noon \nJoin CFS Coordinators Bonnie and Sandra in exploring various easy painting techniques including squeegees\, stencils\, and balloons to create masterpieces! Pick your favorite or try them all! CFS will provide all materials. No previous art skills needed! CFS is asking foster caregivers to contribute $5 towards costs; Caring Families Society will pay the rest. Limited spaces available. Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/9b4c7be
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/creative-connections-for-foster-caregivers-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T100000
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SUMMARY:Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo Area Foster Family Summer Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Foster Family Summer Fun! Joint Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo Area Event Tuesday\, July 28th\, 10:00am to 12:30pm Open to all Foster Families! Transfer Beach Park\, Captain Tristan de Konnick Way\, Ladysmith Come join us at Transfer Beach Park in Ladysmith for some summer fun! Fun\, Food\, Games\, and Crafts for the whole family! CFS has reserved the Sportsman Shelter\, a fantastic location near the washrooms\, water park\, and playground. Families are welcome to come anytime during this event. Please bring your own chairs or blankets for sitting plus swim gear and towels for those who want to get wet at the waterpark or in the ocean! BONUS: Hailey from the BCAA Child Passenger Safety Program will be available to answer any child passenger safety questions and check your car seats. Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fz7k7qg
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/cowichan-valley-and-nanaimo-area-foster-family-summer-fun/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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SUMMARY:FREE Clothing Event for Foster Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:FREE Clothing Event for Foster Caregivers Wednesday\, August 19th\, 12:00 noon to 3:00pm Open to all Foster Caregivers! Join the Cowichan Valley Foster Parents Local and Caring Families Society’s Coordinators for this fun event! Foster caregivers can enjoy a coffee/tea\, visit with other foster caregivers\, and look through an abundance of FREE gently-used clothing to take home for all the children in their families! Stop by anytime between 12:00 noon and 3:00pm! Event is located between Chemainus and Ladysmith (address is in the confirmation of registration email). This is an outdoor event and weather dependent. Foster caregivers register at: FREE Clothing Event for Foster Caregivers
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/free-clothing-event-for-foster-caregivers/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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