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FSI offers various Family Hangouts and Learning Explorations.

  • Family Hangouts: A safe space for families and caregivers to come together for support, inspiration and troubleshooting. Sessions are either themed or open for general conversation and held on Zoom*.
  • Learning Explorations: Free online sessions* offer families, individuals, and professionals the chance to learn, connect and share on a variety of topics.
*All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.  

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Supporting the Transition to CLBC: A Guide for Families of Adults with Disabilities

Are you a family member supporting an adult with developmental disabilities? This Family Hangout is designed to help you navigate Community Living BC (CLBC) services and supports for adults ages 19+ (or transition-aged youth) with clarity and confidence. Whether your loved one is newly eligible or already receiving support, this group offers practical guidance and […]

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Learn About Support Worker Central

Are you looking to hire support staff? Learn about Support Worker Central, a free, province-wide job board where families and their loved ones with disabilities can find and hire support staff. During this presentation, you will learn how to create an account as someone hiring staff through Support Worker Central, how the job board works, […]

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Children in Care – A Group for Parents and Caregivers

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events A support group for those with kids in care, considering care, or feeling pressured to place their kids in care. Only families who have experienced this unique journey truly understand the challenges it brings. Whether due to removal, a special needs agreement, or a voluntary care agreement, placing […]

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Early Years and School Age Navigation

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Caring for little ones with extra support needs is marked by joy, fear, and overwhelm, usually all in the same day! Navigating the toddler and preschool years or if the school years are on the horizon, can be a uniquely challenging time. Join Cari Rawling, (ECE/parent), and Heather […]

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Aging Caregivers

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We cannot slow the aging process in ourselves or in the people we care for! As we get older, our ability to care for our family member becomes more and more difficult. Planning our own future, and the future of our loved ones can be a terrifying process. […]

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FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.   CLICK TO REGISTER WE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI'S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES […]

Family Hangouts

FSI offers various Family Hangouts and Learning Explorations.

  • Family Hangouts: A safe space for families and caregivers to come together for support, inspiration and troubleshooting. Sessions are either themed or open for general conversation and held on Zoom*.
  • Learning Explorations: Free online sessions* offer families, individuals, and professionals the chance to learn, connect and share on a variety of topics.
*All FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone. If you need assistance registering for any session, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403.  

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Aging Caregivers

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We cannot slow the aging process in ourselves or in the people we care for! As we get older, our ability to care for our family member becomes more and more difficult. Planning our own future, and the future of our loved ones can be a terrifying process. […]

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FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.   CLICK TO REGISTER WE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI'S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES […]

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Newly Diagnosed Autism

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SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Are you a parent of a child with a recent autism diagnosis? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the information sent your way or have a hard time dealing with your emotions? Do you have questions for parents who have walked the path ahead of you or would like […]

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FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect.   CLICK TO REGISTER WE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI'S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES […]

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Supporting the Transition to CLBC: A Guide for Families of Adults with Disabilities

Are you a family member supporting an adult with developmental disabilities? This Family Hangout is designed to help you navigate Community Living BC (CLBC) services and supports for adults ages 19+ (or transition-aged youth) with clarity and confidence. Whether your loved one is newly eligible or already receiving support, this group offers practical guidance and […]

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Children in Care – A Group for Parents and Caregivers

SESSION INFO: « Back to all events A support group for those with kids in care, considering care, or feeling pressured to place their kids in care. Only families who have experienced this unique journey truly understand the challenges it brings. Whether due to removal, a special needs agreement, or a voluntary care agreement, placing […]

Calendar for Connections

Looking for ways to meet new people and stay socially connected? The Calendar for Connections was created to help people with diverse abilities know about different fun and inclusive opportunities to connect with others. Double click on any event to view more details or click the button below to check out events and activities happening all over BC. 

We are always looking for new events to share on our calendar! If you would like to add an event to our calendar, please contact: .

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External Events

Events hosted by community partners from within BC. FSI is not responsible for the content, management or facilitation of these sessions. All inquiries and comments are referred directly to event organizers.

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Lead the way: ACTr for ASD

This workshop will introduce parents, adults and professionals to the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Training and how this can be applied to neurodivergence, including learning about the core concepts within the ACTr framework: Acceptance, Defusion, Committed Action, Present Moment Awareness, Self as Context, and Values. Whether you’re an adult looking to explore your own […]

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DTC Webinar

The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is a non-refundable federal tax credit that can help reduce the amount of taxes owed by a person with a disability or someone who supports them. It is also a gateway benefit that gives access to the Canada Disability Benefit and RDSP. About the webinar There are many ways that […]

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Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning (BC) Webinar

For those who have a loved one with a disability. Understanding wills, trusts, and estate planning can help secure your financial future or the financial future of a loved one with a disability. This webinar covers topics including considerations when creating a will, tips for protecting your loved ones when family passes, types of trusts, […]

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AI for Job Seekers

Are you wondering how artificial intelligence is changing the job search landscape? How can you use AI to stand out to potential employers, and what AI tools can streamline your job search process? This webinar will explore the role of AI in today’s job market, helping you understand how to leverage AI technologies to enhance […]

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Wellness for Career Professionals

The fast-paced world of career professionals often raises important questions about personal well-being. How do I manage stress while meeting deadlines? Can I achieve a healthy work-life balance without sacrificing my career ambitions? What are the best practices for maintaining mental and physical health in a demanding job? In this webinar, we’ll address these questions […]

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