Caring Families Society

Caregiver In-Person Coffee Mornings
2026-06-23 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver)
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 perfect spot to connect with caregivers and friends, swap stories, share tips, and enjoy a few laughs. Kids can dive into treats and playtime, and yes – there are goodies for grown-ups too! Grab a cup, settle in, and enjoy a cozy morning with good company. Please R.S.V.P. to Sandy at slcase@shaw.ca.

CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers
2026-06-23 10:00 - 12:00
CREATIVE CONNECTIONS for Foster Caregivers CFS Office, #102-6421 Applecross Road, Nanaimo
Exploring Acrylics Tuesday, June 23rd 10:00am to 12:00 noon
Join 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

Business Side of Fostering
2026-06-25 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-02 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-09 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-16 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-23 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-30 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-06 09:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-13 09:30 - 11:30 and 5 more dates
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 rights from a business perspective? If so, this two-part, four-hour course is for you! We will cover 1. The ins and outs of your contract 2. The Care Home Investigation (protocol) and quality of care review process 3. What (and why) to document and report 4. Insurance/WCB for Foster Caregivers 5. Resources For more information, contact Marna Forsyth at 250-698-2017 or mforsyth@interiorcommunityservices.bc.ca Register: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/bsfsept25/2025-09-18/

Safe Babies Meetings
2026-06-25 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-23 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-27 11:00 - 13:00
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 pertaining to the issues and care of vulnerable infants. They cover new protocols for homes and updated information. Guest speakers are often invited.

Foster Hope Information Session
2026-07-08 18:30 - 19:30
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 experience. It can also be very challenging and frustrating at times, and it is important to take the time to consider if it is right for you and your family at this time.
People choose to become foster parents for many reasons, but all share a love for children and the desire to help those in need without an expectation of receiving something in return.
Register here for July 8, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/mchv7ee/lp/9bb0ea80-60b3-4019-854d-9709986fa86e

Lunch and Learn: Campbell River
2026-07-09 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-08-13 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-09-10 11:30 - 13:00
Lunch and Learn Thursday, September 11th, 11:30am to 1:00pm Thursday, October 9th, 11:30am to 1:00pm CR Family Services, Conference room, 487-10th Avenue (2nd Thursday of the month) All foster caregivers are welcome. 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 emails for updates about discussion topics. Contact Lindsy or Judy for more information.

Coffee Morning/Summer Park Day!
2026-07-21 09:30 - 12:30, 2026-08-11 09:30 - 12:30
Coffee Morning/Summer Park Day!
Tuesday, July 7th, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Tuesday, July 21st, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Tuesday, August 11th, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Tuesday, August 25th, 9:30am to 12:30pm
Join us to connect with friends and enjoy the sun throughout the summer. Conversation, treats, fun for the kids and the grownups too! Explore one of our great water parks around the Langford and Victoria area. If you’ve found one, we haven’t tried in the past, please let Dianne (sicoord@fpsss.com) or Sandy (slcase@shaw.ca) know. Watch your emails or our South Island Facebook Group for the reminder posters.

Foster Hope Information Session
2026-07-22 12:00 - 13:00
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 experience. It can also be very challenging and frustrating at times, and it is important to take the time to consider if it is right for you and your family at this time.
People choose to become foster parents for many reasons, but all share a love for children and the desire to help those in need without an expectation of receiving something in return.
Register here for July 22, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/hudytga/lp/46977f0f-dc75-4d1e-9cbf-796cc2e68519

Cowichan Valley and Nanaimo Area Foster Family Summer Fun!
2026-07-28 10:00 - 12:30
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

Foster Hope Information Session
2026-08-05 18:30 - 19:30
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 experience. It can also be very challenging and frustrating at times, and it is important to take the time to consider if it is right for you and your family at this time.
People choose to become foster parents for many reasons, but all share a love for children and the desire to help those in need without an expectation of receiving something in return.
Register here for August 5, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/jy68wxa/lp/60ebfefe-07cc-4834-be75-86b4a0f5e1c0

Foster Hope Information Session
2026-08-19 12:00 - 13:00
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 experience. It can also be very challenging and frustrating at times, and it is important to take the time to consider if it is right for you and your family at this time.
People choose to become foster parents for many reasons, but all share a love for children and the desire to help those in need without an expectation of receiving something in return.
Register here for August 19, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/y8ypph6/lp/ee57dc6a-8701-4947-945d-f445dff9364b

FREE Clothing Event for Foster Caregivers
2026-08-19 12:00 - 15:00
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

South Island Coffee Morning/Summer Park Day!
2026-08-25 09:30 - 12:30
