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SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Daytime
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nMondays\, January 13th to March 3rd\, 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class February 17th) \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: Giving and Receiving Healing – Daytime
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-daytime/2025-01-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250128T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250128T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
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SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting  \nTuesday\, January 28th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nTuesday\, February 25th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nHost: Tom Robinson  \n(4th Tuesday of the month) \nYour CR Foster Parent Association welcomes all foster parents to attend their casual round the kitchen table gatherings which they host in members’ homes. The group offers confidential discussion and practical tips from experienced caregivers to help you support the child or teen in your care. For information including the address\, please watch your inbox\, or contact Judy at (text/call) 250-204-1566 or uicoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregivers-in-person-coffee-meeting/2025-01-28/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T003504Z
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SUMMARY:Nanaimo-Ladysmith Foster Caregivers/MCFD Resource Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Nanaimo-Ladysmith Foster Caregivers/MCFD Resource Partnership Meeting  \nTuesday\, January 28th\, 1:00pm to 2:00pm  \nMCFD Board Room #102\, 488 Albert Street and Virtually via Teams  \nThese meetings are a great opportunity to connect with the Resource Team and other caregivers\, ask questions\, and stay up to date with changes in MCFD policies and practices. MCFD will send out an email reminder closer to the meeting date along with the virtual link for those not able to attend in-person.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/nanaimo-ladysmith-foster-caregivers-mcfd-resource-partnership-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250129T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T004045Z
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SUMMARY:Empowering Foster Parents of Children and Youth with Autism and ADHD 
DESCRIPTION:Presented by BC Foster Parents Association  \nWednesday\, January 29th\, 2025\, 8:00am to 3:00pm  \nHotel Grand Pacific\, 463 Belleville Street\, Victoria  \nSpeaker Jessica Pfeffer\, MACP\, MEM\, RCC\, CCC  \nOpen to Vancouver Island Foster Caregivers.  \nThis workshop is specifically designed for foster caregivers caring for children and youth with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Participants will gain valuable insights into the unique challenges and strengths of these neurodivergent children and learn effective strategies to support their growth and development.  \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will be equipped with practical tools\, resources\, and a deeper understanding of how to foster emotional regulation\, support daily living skills\, and navigate challenges associated with ADHD and Autism.  \nTopics Include:  \n• Understanding ADHD and Autism: Explore characteristics\, the diagnostic process in BC\, and strategies for identifying strengths.  \n• Supporting Emotional Regulation and Awareness: Techniques to help children recognize emotions and triggers\, with practical implementation strategies.  \n• Bio-Psycho-Social Mental Health: Understanding mental health challenges\, identifying warning signs\, and fostering healthy environments.  \n• Executive Functioning and Daily Living Skills: Tools for promoting independence through structured routines and visual supports.  \n• Navigating Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating: Discuss prevalence and risks\, with strategies for providing appropriate support.  \n• Building a Supportive Network: Strategies for effective collaboration with educators\, mental health care and other healthcare providers.  \nThrough interactive discussions\, role-playing scenarios\, and practical activities\, foster caregivers will leave this workshop with the tools necessary for holistic support. Participants will receive handouts and a supportive resource list.  \nJoin us for this valuable opportunity to connect with fellow foster caregivers and share insights that can make a lasting impact on the lives of the children you support.  \nJessica’s passion for working with children\, youth\, and families is evident through her longstanding commitment to service\, including volunteer roles with Scouts Canada\, the University of Victoria Health Coaching program\, and the Royal Jubilee Hospital Emergency Department. Her diverse experience enriches her ability to connect deeply with clients and foster their well-being.  \nRegister at: FREE Workshops for Foster Caregivers Winter 2025 | BC Foster Parents Association 
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/empowering-foster-parents-of-children-and-youth-with-autism-and-adhd/
LOCATION:Hotel Grand Pacific\, 463 Belleville Street\, Victoria\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Island-Wide In Person
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T060030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T173509Z
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SUMMARY:Talking About Sexting CLN (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 29th\, 6:30pm to 8:00 pm  \nPresented by Certified Sexual Health Educator Kerri Isham  \nOpen to Foster and Kinship Caregivers.  \nSexting refers to the sending of sexual messages\, photos or videos using a mobile device.  \nIn this workshop\, you will learn…  \n1. Why someone would ask someone to send them a nude  \n2. Why someone would send a nude  \n3. What the risks are to sending nudes  \n4. What the legalities are for taking\, sharing\, or storing nudes  \n5. How to reduce risk.  \nKerri Isham is a knowledgeable\, experienced\, and passionate educator\, author\, and presenter with over 25 years of experience. She is committed to the empowerment of people of all ages.  \nCaring Families Society will cover the registration cost for foster and kinship caregivers who attend this workshop. Youth 12+ can attend as a guest when accompanied by their caregiver.  \nRegister at: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/7-part-sexual-health-training-series-part-4/ 
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/talking-about-sexting-cln-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250130T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250130T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T062703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T062747Z
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SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Evening
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nThursdays\, January 16th to February 27th\, 5:30pm to 8:30pm \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/garh-eve/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-evening/2025-01-30/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250203T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250203T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T062331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T063051Z
UID:10000010-1738575000-1738585800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Daytime
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nMondays\, January 13th to March 3rd\, 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class February 17th) \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: Giving and Receiving Healing – Daytime
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-daytime/2025-02-03/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T062703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T062747Z
UID:10000024-1738863000-1738873800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Evening
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nThursdays\, January 16th to February 27th\, 5:30pm to 8:30pm \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/garh-eve/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-evening/2025-02-06/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250207T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241221T000624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T004148Z
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SUMMARY:MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MCFD Partnership Meeting  \nWednesday\, February 7th\, 9:30am to 11:00am  \n15 Craig Street\, Duncan\, or virtually via Teams  \nPartnership gatherings are an opportunity for foster caregivers and social workers to network\, share information\, ask questions\, and identify common issues. MCFD office doors open at 9:00am for foster caregivers to catch up with one another and resource workers before the start of the 9:30am meeting. Please look for an email with more information and the optional virtual participation link closer to event date.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/mcfd-partnership-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250210T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250210T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T062331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T063051Z
UID:10000011-1739179800-1739190600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Daytime
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nMondays\, January 13th to March 3rd\, 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class February 17th) \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: Giving and Receiving Healing – Daytime
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-daytime/2025-02-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250211T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250211T103000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241221T010215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T010215Z
UID:10000046-1739266200-1739269800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Parent/MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Parent/MCFD Partnership Meeting  \nTuesday\, February 11th\, 9:30am to 10:30am (to be confirmed)  \nMCFD Boardroom\, 1334 Island Hwy  \nAll foster parents\, MCFD social workers\, C&Y Mental Health Staff and Foster Support staff invited. Share your fostering concerns\, learn about MCFD updates\, and discuss local fostering trends. Contact co-chairs\, Tom Robinson at sunrisestart@hotmail.com or Ashley Visser at Ashley.Visser@gov.bc.ca for more information or to suggest a discussion topic.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-parent-mcfd-partnership-meeting/
LOCATION:MCFD Boardroom (Campbell River)\, 1334 Island Hwy\, Campbell River\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250211T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241221T000846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T002252Z
UID:10000036-1739268000-1739273400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers Social Morning
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, January 14th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nTuesday\, February 11th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nCaring Families Society office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road  \nConnect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and joys fostering can bring. Watch your emails for more information! January’s theme is New Beginnings\, and February’s is The Power of Love. Foster caregivers please check your emails for more details closer to each event date.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregivers-social-morning/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:Caring Families Society Nanaimo Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241221T010320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T010320Z
UID:10000047-1739446200-1739453400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Caregiver Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Lunch and Learn  \nThursday\, February 13th\, 11:30am to 1:30pm  \nCR Family Services\, conference room\, 487-10th Avenue  \nTopic: to be announced  \n(Thursday once/month) \nAll foster caregivers are welcomed. We host the gathering over the noon hour in hopes that more of our caregivers can drop in. This is your space for connecting with peers\, building community\, and sharing practical learnings for coping with the stresses of being a public parent. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your email for updates about discussion topics. Contact Judy at \n250-204-1566 or Lindsy at lindsy.creedon@crfs.ca or 250-202-6036.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/caregiver-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Campbell River Family Services (Conference Room)\, 487-10th Avenue\, Campbell River\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T062703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T062747Z
UID:10000025-1739467800-1739478600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Evening
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nThursdays\, January 16th to February 27th\, 5:30pm to 8:30pm \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/garh-eve/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-evening/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250218
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T235901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T235901Z
UID:10000031-1739750400-1739836799@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Family Day  \nMonday\, February 17th  \n“Family…”  \nIt’s such a small word for such a big feeling. If we are lucky\, family sustains us\, lifts us up\, protects us\, and yes\, sometimes makes us just a little crazy. It’s the places we belong and the people we love even when we pretend not to know them in public. \nFamily is what foster families offer a child or youth in their darkest moments. Caregivers’ definition of “family” is a little broader\, a little more inclusive. It can be a forever thing or a fornow thing. \nSpend this Family Day with the family members that are closest to your heart…those who have been there forever and those who stay for a short time\, those we choose and those who choose us\, those who walk on two feet and those who walk on four. Laugh\, cry\, smile\, hug\, play\, forgive\, make new memories and recall old memories. \nDo it together. Do it as a family.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/family-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250219T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250219T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20250305T172521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T182551Z
UID:10000463-1739957400-1739964600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Cowichan Valley Foster Caregivers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers Mornings \nWednesday\, March 19th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nWednesday\, April 16th\, 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. As the March Morning is during spring break\, children and youth are welcome to come along with their caregivers and there will crafts and activities for foster families. The April Morning will include a Toy Exchange. Please watch your emails for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/cowichan-valley-foster-caregivers-mornings/2025-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T065645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T002412Z
UID:10000030-1740047400-1740051000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Babies Program Knowledge Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 16th\, 10:30am to 11:30am  \nTopic: Working with Indigenous Families  \nThursday\, February 20th\, 10:30am to 11:30am  \nTopic: Infant Development – activities to promote healthy development  \nMary Catherine Williams facilitates these informative and focused meetings and offers a chance for caregivers to learn and connect. \nTo register\, please email safebabies@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/safe-babies-program-knowledge-exchange/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T062703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T062747Z
UID:10000026-1740072600-1740083400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Evening
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nThursdays\, January 16th to February 27th\, 5:30pm to 8:30pm \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/garh-eve/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-evening/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250221T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250221T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241221T000346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T003335Z
UID:10000033-1740130200-1740135600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregiver Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregiver Mornings  \nWednesday\, January 17th\, 9:30am to 11:00am  \nWednesday\, February 21st\, 9:30am to 11:00am  \nCowichan Community Centre (Nitnat Room)\, 2687 James Street  \nThese Cowichan Valley Local hosted gatherings are a great way to connect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and rewards of fostering. Our best source of wisdom and support is each other! St. John’s Anglican Church is renovating and their hall is no longer available. We appreciate their generosity over the past years in allowing us the use of their space for our meetings. \nOur new meeting place is the Nitnat Room on the second floor of the Cowichan Community Center. There are two different flights of stairs and an elevator available to reach the Nitnat Room. Please watch your emails for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregiver-mornings/2025-02-21/
LOCATION:Cowichan Community Centre (Nitnat Room)\, 2687 James Street\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 2X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Daytime
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nMondays\, January 13th to March 3rd\, 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class February 17th) \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: Giving and Receiving Healing – Daytime
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-daytime/2025-02-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241221T005158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T005158Z
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SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting  \nTuesday\, January 28th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nTuesday\, February 25th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nHost: Tom Robinson  \n(4th Tuesday of the month) \nYour CR Foster Parent Association welcomes all foster parents to attend their casual round the kitchen table gatherings which they host in members’ homes. The group offers confidential discussion and practical tips from experienced caregivers to help you support the child or teen in your care. For information including the address\, please watch your inbox\, or contact Judy at (text/call) 250-204-1566 or uicoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/foster-caregivers-in-person-coffee-meeting/2025-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T061613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T061613Z
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SUMMARY:Talking About Pornography CLN (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 26th\, 6:30pm to 8:00pm \nPresented by Certified Sexual Health Educator Kerri Isham \nOpen to Foster and Kinship Caregivers. \nIt is not about if your child/children will view pornography\, it is about when. \nSchools and families must intentionally filter out inappropriate sexual images so that they are not viewed by children. Nearly 50% of children \nwho see pornography by accident say they can’t forget that first image. The largest group of viewers of internet pornography is children 12-17. \nWant to learn more about the long-term impacts of pornography viewing? Want to learn how to talk to your kids? Then this workshop is for \nyou! Kerri Isham is a knowledgeable\, experienced\, and passionate educator\, author\, and presenter with over 25 years of experience. She is \ncommitted to the empowerment of people of all ages. \nCaring Families Society will cover the registration cost for foster and kinship caregivers who attend this workshop. Youth 12+ can attend as a \nguest when accompanied by their caregiver. \nRegister at: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/7-part-sexual-health-training-series-part-5/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/talking-about-pornography-cln-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T062703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T062747Z
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SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Evening
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nThursdays\, January 16th to February 27th\, 5:30pm to 8:30pm \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/garh-eve/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-evening/2025-02-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250228T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241221T005827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T005827Z
UID:10000045-1740736800-1740740400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group  \nFriday\, January 24th\, 10:00am to 11:00am  \nFriday\, February 28th\, 10:00am to 11:00am  \nIn-person at 1415 Cliffe Avenue  \n(4th Friday of the month) \nThese gatherings feature discussions to keep your caregiving skills current and an opportunity to “check in” with fellow caregivers! Experienced caregivers and MCFD Resource Worker are always in attendance. Little ones are welcome to attend with caregivers. An email will go out the week before with our discussion topic.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/comox-valley-safe-babies-group/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Family Services Association\, 1415 Cliffe Avenue\, Comox\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250228T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250228T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20250305T173416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T185040Z
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SUMMARY:Bridge to Belonging Playgroup
DESCRIPTION:Bridge to Belonging Playgroup \nFriday\, March 28th\, 12:15pm to 1:30pm \nFriday\, April 25th\, 12:15pm to 1:30pm \nTree Frog Room – Oliver Woods Community Center 6000 Oliver Road\, Nanaimo Open to all Central Island Foster Families. This playgroup is on the fourth Friday of the month. Geared toward children aged 0-5\, these sessions will include play-based activities\, a small sharing snack\, and a structured language arts circle. Facilitated by Ladysmith- Nanaimo MCFD Resource staff who have training and experience in child development and supported by Caring Families Society\, this initiative aims to create a valuable resource for foster families\, fostering connections and positive impacts for foster caregivers and children. Drop-ins are welcome. RSVP if possible. Please contact Shailu Miguez at Shailu.miguez@gov.bc.ca or 250-740-3080 with any questions and to RSVP.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/bridge-to-belonging-playgroup/2025-02-28/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250303T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250303T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20241220T062331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T063051Z
UID:10000028-1740994200-1741005000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Daytime
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nMondays\, January 13th to March 3rd\, 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class February 17th) \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: Giving and Receiving Healing – Daytime
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-daytime/2025-03-03/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20250305T174706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T180050Z
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SUMMARY:Nanaimo Foster Caregivers Support Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers Support Mornings \nTuesday\, March 11th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nTuesday\, April 8th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \n#102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo Come connect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and joys fostering can have. These Mornings include coffee/ tea\, snacks\, door prizes and optional crafts or activities. Foster caregivers\, please check your emails for more details closer to each event date.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/nanaimo-foster-caregivers-support-mornings/2025-03-11/1/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20250305T174706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T180050Z
UID:10000100-1741687200-1741692600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Foster Caregivers Support Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers Support Mornings \nTuesday\, March 11th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \nTuesday\, April 8th\, 10:00am to 11:30am \n#102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo Come connect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and joys fostering can have. These Mornings include coffee/ tea\, snacks\, door prizes and optional crafts or activities. Foster caregivers\, please check your emails for more details closer to each event date.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/nanaimo-foster-caregivers-support-mornings/2025-03-11/2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250312T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20250304T200358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T200508Z
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SUMMARY:Voices from the Nest
DESCRIPTION:Enhancing the Fostering Experience for Biological Children of Parents Who Foster \nWednesday\, March 12th\, 9:30am to 12:00 noon \nPresented by Vicki Bridge\, RMFT Open to foster caregivers. \nDo you and your biological or adopted children share the family nest with foster children? Are you curious or concerned what impact being part of a foster family will have on your children? In this learning opportunity\, Vicki will provide a bird’s eye view of three adaptive family structures foster caregivers have used as a guide for balancing the complex and often competing needs of all foster family members. In addition\, we will discuss some practical tips on ways to enhance your child’s foster caregiving experience and ensure their voices are heard. Vicki Bridge is a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist\, (RMFT)\, a member of the B.C. Branch of the Canadian Association for Couple and Family Therapy\, (CACFT)\, and a Clinical Fellow of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy\, (AAMFT). As a life long foster parent Vicki has deep roots in the Victoria area foster caregiving community. Vicki provided community based Residential Services for children and teens for 22 years then provided Caregiver Support to South Island Caregivers for MCFD. \nContact Janet at janet@fpsss.com or 778-430-5459 for more information or to ask questions. Register at https://learn.fpsss.com/training/voices-from-the-nest/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/voices-from-the-nest/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250319T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250319T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T025944
CREATED:20250305T172521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T182551Z
UID:10000083-1742376600-1742383800@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Cowichan Valley Foster Caregivers Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers Mornings \nWednesday\, March 19th\, 9:30am to 11:30am \nWednesday\, April 16th\, 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. As the March Morning is during spring break\, children and youth are welcome to come along with their caregivers and there will crafts and activities for foster families. The April Morning will include a Toy Exchange. Please watch your emails for more information.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/cowichan-valley-foster-caregivers-mornings/2025-03-19/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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