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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
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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/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250218
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250219T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250219T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T182551Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250221T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250221T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250224T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250224T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20241220T062331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T063051Z
UID:10000013-1740389400-1740400200@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/2025-02-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250225T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20241221T005158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T005158Z
UID:10000042-1740477600-1740483000@caring-families.ca
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250226T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20241220T061613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T061613Z
UID:10000006-1740594600-1740600000@caring-families.ca
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250227T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20241220T062703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T062747Z
UID:10000027-1740677400-1740688200@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/2025-02-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250228T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
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:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T173416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T185040Z
UID:10000470-1740744900-1740749400@caring-families.ca
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250303T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250303T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T174706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T180050Z
UID:10000455-1741680000-1741712400@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/2025-03-11/1/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250311T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250312T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250304T200358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T200508Z
UID:10000048-1741771800-1741780800@caring-families.ca
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250319T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250319T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250320T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250320T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T172119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T150427Z
UID:10000055-1742466600-1742470200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Babies Program Knowledge Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Safe Babies Program Knowledge Exchange (Virtual) \nThursday\, March\, 20th\, 10:30am to 11:30am Topic: Period of PURPLE Crying for Caregivers \nThursday\, June 19th\, 10:30am to 11:30am Topic: A.C.E.S. – what do we know about toxic stress \nTo register for these events please use this link: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/vi-sb-monthly/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/safe-babies-program-knowledge-exchange-2/2025-03-20/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250327T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T172309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T170241Z
UID:10000069-1743073200-1743080400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Babies Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Safe Babies Meetings \nThursday\, March 27th\, 11:00am to 1:00pm \nThursday\, April 24th\, 11:00am to 1:00pm \nSafe 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.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/safe-babies-meetings/2025-03-27/
CATEGORIES:South Island
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250327T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T173516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T173516Z
UID:10000099-1743080400-1743087600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Pouring Magic Foster Family Paint Event
DESCRIPTION:Pouring Magic Foster Family Paint Event Thursday\, March 27th\, 1:00pm to 3:00PM Arbutus Ridge Seaside Community\, Cobble Hill Open to All Cowichan Valley Foster Families! Fluid artist Catherine O’Reilly Dennis (aka “Resinista”) has graciously offered to host a foster family painting event in her studio! She will guide participants in creating two magical artwork pieces. Each participant can make one poured art 8X8 canvas and one smaller dipped art canvas or tile. All materials provided! Spaces are limited! Registrants will receive a confirmation of registration email including complete address and directions. Notes: This workshop has a suggested minimum developmental age of 8 and there are flights of stairs to access the studio. Register at: https://bit.ly/4hhDvlq.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/pouring-magic-foster-family-paint-event/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250328T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250328T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T173416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T185040Z
UID:10000098-1743164100-1743168600@caring-families.ca
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/2025-03-28/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250329T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T174842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T174842Z
UID:10000113-1743256800-1743264000@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Ladysmith Foster Family Fun Recreation Event
DESCRIPTION:Foster Family Fun Recreation Event Saturday\, March 29th\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Frank Jameson Community Centre\, 810 6 Avenue\, Ladysmith Join other foster families in playing ping-pong\, air hockey\, or fooseball! There will also be a Creation Station for crafts. Registration is required due to Ladysmith Parks and Rec room capacity limits. Note that the downstairs Youth Rec Room is only accessible via stairs and washrooms/water are on the main floor. Register at https:// bit.ly/3PGVYMs
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/ladysmith-foster-family-fun-recreation-event/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250401T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250401T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250304T215145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T215145Z
UID:10000049-1743499800-1743510600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:How to Care Give During Times of Grief and Loss
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, April 1st\, 9:30am to 12:30pm Presented by Ashleigh Martinflatt Open to Foster Caregivers\, Kinship/OOCO Caregivers\, Social Workers\, and others connected to fostering. Grief and loss are interwoven through the foster experience. Foster caregivers may be serving multiple placements with complex needs that can make dealing with the impacts of various grief and loss issues particularly challenging. Presenter Ashleigh Martinflatt will focus on how caregivers can care give during times of grief and loss with particular focus on death through overdoses and suicide completions. This workshop will include a 2 ½ hour presentation and a ½ hour Question-and-Answer segment. Ashleigh Martinflatt is a registered social worker\, clinical counsellor\, and a post-secondary instructor. She teaches courses on trauma\, child abuse\, and neglect in both Social Work and Child and Youth Care degree programs. Her areas of passion include child protection\, adoption\, at risk youth\, family support\, and community prevention programs. She is experienced with working with children\, youth\, and caregivers. \nRegister at https://learn.fpsss.com/training/htcgdtogl/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/how-to-care-give-during-times-of-grief-and-loss/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250402T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250402T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T172752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T172752Z
UID:10000097-1743586200-1743591600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MCFD Partnership Meeting Wednesday\, April 2nd\, 9:30am to 11:00am MCFD Office\, 15 Craig Street Participation can be in-person or via Teams. These gatherings are opportunities for foster caregivers and social workers to network\, share information\, ask questions\, and identify common issues. MCFD office doors open at 9:00am and foster caregivers are welcome to come catch up with one another and resource workers before the start of the 9:30am meeting. Please look for an email from MCFD with more information and the optional virtual participation link closer to event date.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/mcfd-partnership-meeting-2/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250403T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250403T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250304T215510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T215510Z
UID:10000050-1743676200-1743681600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:DBT Skills Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays\, April 3rd to April 24th\, 10:30am to 12:00 noon (Four Two-Hour Sessions) Facilitated by Laurel Collins TRITA (Two Rivers Intercultural Trauma Awareness) Open to Foster Caregivers\, Out of Care/Kinship Caregivers\, Contracted Agency Caregivers\, and Community Professionals. These workshops will be participatory based with many skills that caregivers can take home and utilize immediately. \nThey will learn the basics of the four pillars of DBT: Mindfulness (April 3rd)\, Emotional Regulation (April 10th)\, Distress Tolerance (April 17th)\, and Interpersonal Effectiveness (April 24th). The skills learned will help them model more confidently\, and effectively to the chldren and youth they are working with. The participants will learn more about themselves and how to regulate their own behaviour\, develop clearer communication skills\, and understand the importance of self-care. They will also gain a greater understanding of the children and youth’s behaviours as there will be small introductory piece on the survival/trauma brain during the first workshop\, Mindfulness. Participants will receive worksheets\, questionnaires\, and the PowerPoint itself for the own self-reflective work. \nRegister at https://learn.fpsss.com/training/dbt-skills/2025-04-03/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/dbt-skills-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250408T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250408T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T175712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T175712Z
UID:10000118-1744104600-1744108200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Upper Island Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting Tuesday\, April 8th\, 9:30am to 10:30am MCFD Boardroom\, 1334 Island Hwy (2nd Tuesday every second month) All 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/upper-island-foster-caregiver-mcfd-partnership-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250411T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250411T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T175338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T175338Z
UID:10000117-1744387200-1744394400@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Spring Fling
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Spring Fling Friday\, April 11th\, 4:00pm to 6:00pm Comox Valley Playhouse\, #9 3080 Kilpatrick Avenue\, Courtenay With the success of last years event our social committee would like you to save the date for this year’s Spring Fling! We have rented the whole CV playhouse for this social gathering of Children and Youth in Care\, Foster families\, and social workers. There will be a small craft/ activity for older kiddos\, wifi available and dinner provided. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/comox-valley-spring-fling/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250305T175149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T175149Z
UID:10000115-1744632000-1744635600@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Foster Caregiver/MCFD Partnership Meeting Lunch and Learn Monday\, April 14th\, 12:00 noon to 1:00pm Topic: Levels Assessment Process In person\, The Foundry Boardroom 575 10th Street Join us for lunch and learning. Our April partnership lunch and learn topic will be the Levels Assessment process with Resources Team Lead Shawna Stevenson. Please send questions ahead of time to cvcoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/comox-valley-foster-caregiver-mcfd-partnership-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250415T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250415T123000
DTSTAMP:20260417T080801
CREATED:20250304T215630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T215630Z
UID:10000051-1744709400-1744720200@caring-families.ca
SUMMARY:Hope for the Journey
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday Mornings\, April 15th\, 22nd\, April 29th\, and May 6th\, 9:30am to 12:30pm Facilitated and hosted by Dianne Thompson and Judy Hollywood Bonnett Show Hope’s Hope for the Journey Conference (formerly the Empowered to Connect Conference) seeks to encourage and better equip parents and caregivers meeting the everyday needs of children impacted by foster care and/or adoption. The Hope for the Journey Conference series includes four high-level learning modules based on the foundational principles of Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®). Embedded within each learning module will be a “Going Deeper” teaching video on a select topic\, and a practical\, encouraging “Practical Perspectives” video featuring the voices of adult adoptees as well as adoptive and foster youth. Each week the group will gather to watch a video. Facilitators will review video highlights\, then participants will review the discussion and reflection questions. We will come together to debrief and share comments and insights. Week 1 – Introduction to TBRI Week 2 – Connecting Principles Week 3 – Empowering Principles Week 4 – Correcting While Connecting Principles All sessions combine evidenced-based theory with every day\, practical strategies that caregivers can readily apply in their homes. Contact UI Coordinator\, Judy Hollywood Bonnett\, uicoord@fpsss.com or SI Coordinator\, Dianne Thompson\, sicoord@fpsss.com or call 1-888-922-8437. Register at https://learn.fpsss.com/training/hftj2025/2025-04-15/
URL:https://caring-families.ca/event/hope-for-the-journey/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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