Becoming a Behavioural Detective

Wednesday, April 16th, 9:00am to 4:30pm Facilitated by Kim Barthel, OTR This workshop is open to Foster caregivers, Out of Care /Kinship caregivers, and Social Workers province wide. In this virtual event Kim will teach about understanding and supporting complex behaviour, neuro-diverse affirming practice, developmental disabilities (FASD and ASD), and holistic, strength-based, culturally respectful interventions […]

Cowichan Valley Foster Caregivers Mornings

Foster Caregivers Mornings Wednesday, March 19th, 9:30am to 11:30am Wednesday, April 16th, 9:30am to 11:30am Cowichan 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 […]

Upper Island Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting

Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting March, No meeting (Spring Break) Tuesday, April 22nd, 10:00am to 11:30am Host: Tom Robinson (4th Tuesday of the month) Your CR Foster Parent Association welcomes all foster caregivers to attend their casual round the kitchen table gatherings which they host in members’ homes. The group offers confidential discussion and practical […]

Sexual Health Training: Gender and Sexual Orientation

Wednesday, April 23rd, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Presented by Kerri Isham Open to Foster Caregivers and Kinship/OOC Caregivers. Let’s Celebrate diversity! In this workshop you will learn about… 1. What gender is and is not. 2. Identity 3. Gender Expression 4. Biological Sex 5. Sexual Orientation 6. The Gender Unicorn Kerri Isham is knowledgeable, experienced, and […]

Event Series Safe Babies Meetings

Safe Babies Meetings

Safe Babies Meetings Thursday, March 27th, 11:00am to 1:00pm Thursday, April 24th, 11:00am to 1:00pm Safe Babies caregivers meet with Angela Hatch monthly, in-person to connect, support, and discuss information pertaining to the issues and care of vulnerable infants. They cover new protocols for homes and updated information. Guest speakers are sometimes invited.

Comox Valley Safe Babies Group

Comox Valley Safe Babies Group No meeting due to March Break Friday, April 25th, 10:00am to 11:00am In-person, Comox Valley Family Services Association, 1415 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay (4thThursday of the month) These gatherings feature discussions to keep your caregiving skills current and an opportunity to “check in” with fellow caregivers! Experienced caregivers and MCFD Resource […]

Event Series Bridge to Belonging Playgroup

Bridge to Belonging Playgroup

Bridge to Belonging Playgroup Friday, March 28th, 12:15pm to 1:30pm Friday, April 25th, 12:15pm to 1:30pm Tree 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 […]

Investigation and Resolution Support Worker Training

Monday, April 28th and Wednesday, April 30th, 9:30am to 12:30pm Facilitated by Ros Pringle Open to Vancouver Island Caregivers. Caring Families Society is currently looking for volunteers to join our Investigation and Resolution Support team. The purpose of the Investigation and Resolution Support Worker Program is to provide support to foster caregivers who are involved […]

Ladysmith-Nanaimo Foster Caregivers/MCFD Resource Partnership Meeting

Ladysmith-Nanaimo Foster Caregivers/MCFD Resource Partnership Meeting Tuesday, April 29th, 1:00pm to 2:00pm #102, 488 Albert Street Nanaimo and Virtually via Teams These meetings occur in the MCFD Board Room. They are great opportunities to connect with the Resource Team and other caregivers, ask questions, and learn about changes in MCFD policies and practices. MCFD will […]

Nanaimo Foster Caregivers Support Mornings

Foster Caregivers Support Mornings Tuesday, March 11th, 10:00am to 11:30am Tuesday, April 8th, 10:00am to 11:30am #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 […]

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.

 

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