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SUMMARY:Best Summer Ever: Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Sage and Anthony have had the “Best Summer Ever” after falling in love at a dance camp in Vermont. Not expecting to see each other again until the following summer\, Sage\, by a twist of fate\, arrives unexpectedly at the same high school as Anthony. Now faced with the drama of high school cliques\, an evil cheerleader\, and the illegal secret that keeps Sage’s family on the move\, they are forced to reevaluate their relationship as Tony struggles to be both the high school football star and the dancer he’s always wanted to be. \n\nBest Summer Ever is an exhilarating take on the beloved teen musical genre featuring eight original songs and a fully integrated cast and crew of people with and without disabilities. \nJoin us for an afternoon of movie magic where we’ll be watching Best Summer Ever and chatting with folks from the film. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor this event\, you’ll need a phone\, tablet or laptop and the zoom app. \nTo join the event click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82466159904?pwd=anJoTEpHU3B4ckRIblhtVUs4V2kwdz09 or enter the meeting ID 824 6615 9904.  \nThe meeting password is “zoom”.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/best-summer-ever-film-screening/
LOCATION:https://youtu.be/rXZGvturIAo
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211005T150000
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SUMMARY:Comics in Motion
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO:   « Back to all events \nProfessional Voice Actor\, Levi\, and co-host\, Zadok\, bring web comics to life. Follow along\, and lend your own voice to a character! \nPLEASE NOTE: For this event\, you’ll need a phone\, tablet or laptop and the zoom app. \nClick Here to Join us on zoom  The password is “zoom”. \nOr from the Zoom app\, enter the Meeting ID 871 5215 6696.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/comics-in-motion-2/2021-10-05/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210616T210714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T194903Z
UID:20912-1633521600-1633525200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Friends with Friends
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nIn this group we will watch the TV Show Friends and make some new friends of our own! Our host Anastasia is really fun and loves dancing and karaoke. She likes to make people smile and is excited to meet you! \nCLICK HERE TO JOIN
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/friends-with-friends/2021-10-06/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/friends-with-friends/2021-10-06/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211006T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T184832Z
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SUMMARY:Best Summer Ever: Q & A
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \n\n\n\nSage and Anthony have had the “Best Summer Ever” after falling in love at a dance camp in Vermont. Not expecting to see each other again until the following summer\, Sage\, by a twist of fate\, arrives unexpectedly at the same high school as Anthony. Now faced with the drama of high school cliques\, an evil cheerleader\, and the illegal secret that keeps Sage’s family on the move\, they are forced to reevaluate their relationship as Tony struggles to be both the high school football star and the dancer he’s always wanted to be. \n\nBest Summer Ever is an exhilarating take on the beloved teen musical genre featuring eight original songs and a fully integrated cast and crew of people with and without disabilities. \nThis afternoon we’ll be chatting with a group of folks who were involved with making this lovely film! Come ready with your questions and make sure you join us for our screening on Sunday. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor this event\, you’ll need a phone\, tablet or laptop and the zoom app. \nTo join the event click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87303278411?pwd=Nk0vcm5UbmhPWmk1b2NEa21rZnVaZz09 or enter the meeting ID 873 0327 8411. \nThe meeting password is “zoom”.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/best-summer-ever-q-a/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/best-summer-ever-q-a/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210907T202422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T202422Z
UID:23279-1633942800-1633964400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:One Day – Giving Virtual Camp
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nEver spent the long weekend with a belly full of turkey wishing you had camp friends to share it with? Well now you can! At our one day YAC Virtual Camp campers can spend social time with friends\, make some fun and funky crafts\, and hangout with our potato bros! \nAges 19-49 \nCost $40 \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/one-day-giving-virtual-camp/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/one-day-giving-virtual-camp/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210928T195157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T195606Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome to the Early Years: Becoming Acquainted with Infant Development Programs
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nDo you have a child between the ages of birth to three years and the Infant Development Program has been recommended to you? \nJoin us as we unpack the mysteries of the Infant Development Program\, both from an Indigenous perspective and from a Settler perspective. Mary Gwynne and Simone Klein\, Aboriginal Infant Development Consultants with Spirit of the Children Society and Ashlee Daidone\, Coordinator\, Infant Development Program\, Kinsight\, will share their vast experience and knowledge about the programs that they are involved with. There will also be resource parents attending who can share their personal journey in those early years. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*JLA
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/welcome-to-the-early-years-becoming-acquainted-with-infant-development-programs/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/welcome-to-the-early-years-becoming-acquainted-with-infant-development-programs/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211014T133000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210623T215458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T182503Z
UID:23404-1634212800-1634218200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Recipes for Respite: Finding Respite Workers
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nWhat’s your Recipe for Respite?\nCOVID is still here. And families need a break to stay safe and strong. We’re interested in learning about and sharing what families are already doing to get a break\, as well as understanding the unique ingredients still needed to make respite a reality. Please join our discussion circle about how we can work together for families and their loved ones to have a safe and helpful break from the significant and daily stresses going on right now and into the next year. \nDo you have respite dollars but cannot find support workers? Join us to chat about options and solutions to this dilemma as well as to hear about CLBC’s flexible options.\n*For 1-1 respite support and information\, please call our office directly at 1-800-441-5403 and quote “respite support” to be connected with staff delegated to this work. \n*Last 10 minutes of this call will be a Facebook Live event! \n  \nClick Here to Register! \n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/recipes-for-respite-26-2021-10-14/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/recipes-for-respite-26-2021-10-14/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211014T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211014T180000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210929T195018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T200340Z
UID:23601-1634230800-1634234400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Silly Shake Out: Move & Feel Good with Dan
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nLet’s get silly! Come ready to stretch\, shake\, move\, and groove with our friend Dan. \nFor this event\, you’ll need a phone\, tablet or laptop and the zoom app. \nTo join the event click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86899711840?pwd=NVNXMWtyVXc1RGFvTVhDUHRPREhrZz09 or enter the meeting ID 868 9971 1840.\nThe password to join the call is “zoom”.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/silly-shake-out-move-feel-good-with-dan/2021-10-14/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/silly-shake-out-move-feel-good-with-dan/2021-10-14/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211013T174919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T174919Z
UID:23826-1634234400-1634241600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Nelson CARE-aoke Party!
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nEveryone who sings a song will be entered into the draw\, but anyone can come watch\, listen\, and hang out with friends 😊 If you have a song you would like to sing\, please send it to me before the event so I can have it ready to go. \nIf you have any questions at all or need help logging in\, please do not hesitate to get in touch with jaymes@nelsoncares.ca \nClick here to join:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6291747361\nAnd if you need the meeting ID number\, it is: 629 174 7361
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/nelson-care-aoke-party/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/nelson-care-aoke-party/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211013T184305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T184305Z
UID:23838-1634238000-1634245200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:"Through My Eyes" A Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:Miss Us On The Red Carpet?\nWe had such an amazing time at the in-person screening of “Through My Eyes” that we have decided to do it again — this time virtually! \nDue to popular demand (not to mention the fact that we had such a blast hosting the in-person event)\, we are very excited to be able to provide everyone who couldn’t attend the screening in-person to watch this very special documentary with us virtually. \nOn October 14\, 2021 at 7:00 PM Pacific Time\, we will be hosting a virtual screening of “Through My Eyes” over the Zoom Networking Platform. Following the screening\, there will also be a Q&A session  featuring the filmmakers\, Shawn Marsolais and other special guests. \n\nTickets are $10 per household\, so feel free to purchase a ticket and invite all your friends over to help celebrate this very special documentary.\nIf you’ve ever wondered what it might be like to be in a documentary\, Alina\, one of our youth featured in the documentary\, has got you covered. In this blog article she sits down with her Mom\, Maria to answer a few of our questions on what the experience was like for her! Check it out at https://www.blindbeginnings.ca/whats-it-like-to-be-in-a-documentary \nEvery ticket purchased helps us continue in our mission to shift perspectives of blindness while inspiring and supporting children and youth who are blind or partially sighted and their families all over BC. 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/through-my-eyes-a-documentary-screening/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/through-my-eyes-a-documentary-screening/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T113000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211004T184947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T182329Z
UID:23709-1634551200-1634556600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Newly Diagnosed Autism
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nAre 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 to meet with some who are new on this journey like yourself? At FSI we would like to bring parents in this unique situation together for support\, empathy\, understanding\, and some workable strategies. This will be a safe and a confidential space for the families on a similar journey. Join us on this family hangout where we can meet every third Monday of the month. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/newly-diagnosed-autism/2021-10-18/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/newly-diagnosed-autism/2021-10-18/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210825T170141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210901T194205Z
UID:22647-1634581800-1634587200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Let's Talk About SIB | Session 02: Safety: Equipment or Medication?
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nAbout this Session:\nJoin us for a session on the use of protective equipment and medication for safety in children displaying self-injurious behaviour (SIB). We will briefly discuss the general approach to assessing and managing SIB\, at what point parents might consider using protective equipment and medications\, and best practices when using these safety tools. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT\n  \nWhat is Self-Injurious Behaviour (SIB)?\nSelf-Injurious behaviour can be defined as: self-directed injury that is non-suicidal in nature and causes physical trauma. These isolating behaviours may affect children with intellectual impairment\, autism or other forms of neurodiversity. SIB is a multifaceted behaviour that is difficult to understand and treat as the diagnosis varies across individuals. Currently\, proper evidence-based care does not exist\, so it can be extremely challenging to care for children with severe SIB. \nAre you a parent/primary caregiver of a person with Self Injurious Behaviours? Are you passionate about taking your learning to the next level? As a parent/primary caregiver do you want to learn more on how to support yourself and your child? We are bringing to you a unique 6-part series to learn and explore ways to support families and their children. These six sessions are meant to promote education around severe SIB\, to create a supportive SIB community\, as well as to advocate for better health outcomes. \nYou Can Participate in Any of These Ways:\n\nPre-watch any of the 6 series pre-recorded workshops\nPre-watch any of the 6 series pre-recorded workshops then join on event night and participate in our live and interactive Q & A\nJoin us on event night to watch the pre-recorded workshops together followed by our live and interactive Q & A\nJoin the monthly SIB Family Hangout hosted by FSI the last Monday of every month\n\nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ALL OF THE SESSIONS AND TO VIEW PRE-RECORDED WORKSHOPS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/lets-talk-about-sib-session-02-safety-equipment-or-medication/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/lets-talk-about-sib-session-02-safety-equipment-or-medication/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210923T182517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T165010Z
UID:23411-1634581800-1634587200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:FASD Series: Whitecrow Village
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nWhitecrow Village is a unique organization comprised of adults who live with FASD and others. Whitecrow Village demonstrates the gifts of persons who live with FASD and ways that families and communities can enhance the prevention of FASD and build a healthier society for all people. \nWe are very excited to host Whitecrow Village with Executive director Kee Warner and Marcel Gagnon. Kee Warner Executive Director of Whitecrow Village FASD Society will be sharing the history of Whitecrow Village and the current programs including the LIFE sessions and other resources for parents\, families\, and community partners. \nMarcel Gagnon will share some of his journey with FASD\, including family history\, early struggles\, music diagnosis\, knowing about a problem leads to problem management and life as an Elder. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nKee Warner is the Executive Director of Whitecrow Village FASD Society. Whitecrow is a non-profit organization committed to educating communities and professionals about FASD and improving the lives of those affected by this prominent neurodevelopmental disability.  \nMarcel Gagnon is an award-winning singer-songwriter from the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation who has worked for two decades with men in the provincial and federal corrections system. Gagnon received an Honourary Doctorate of Laws degree from UNBC in Prince George on June 25\, 2021.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-series-whitecrow-village/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-series-whitecrow-village/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210923T211708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T174028Z
UID:23415-1634754600-1634760000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Wayfinders Series: Learning to Dream
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nOCT 20 & 27: Learning to Dream – defining what you see as your ideal life.\n*The second meeting for each topic will be an ‘open mike’ session for parents/families/self advocates\, for a personal dive into the topic* \nWayfinders Facilitators helps persons with a disability learn how to dream. \nJoin our series to learn how we help them develop a vision to make their dreams a reality. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ONE OR BOTH SESSIONS\n  \n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*RS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-learning-to-dream/2021-10-20/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/wayfinders-series-learning-to-dream/2021-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210924T171250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T174221Z
UID:23421-1634756400-1634760000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Becoming an FSI Volunteer
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nAre you a parent\, guardian\, or family member of an individual with a disability? Do you find yourself supporting others in community by sharing your experiences\, skills\, and knowledge? Would you like be connected to a larger provincial network of people such as yourself? \nFSI volunteers are the heart and soul of Family Support Institute and help others by:\n• Providing non-judgmental emotional support\n• Sharing expertise and experiences\n• Helping families research and access resources\n• Assisting families to navigate systems\n• Supporting families to become informed and empowered \nIf this role sounds like something you would like to learn more about please join this information session. We welcome all individuals regardless of background\, orientation or ethnicity. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/becoming-an-fsi-volunteer/2021-10-20/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/becoming-an-fsi-volunteer/2021-10-20/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211021T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211028T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211006T203238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T203238Z
UID:23777-1634803200-1635440400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Inclusion Art Show
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nPaintings • Pottery • Glasswork • Photography\nBrowse and purchase the work from artists with diverse abilities. Online sales available from October 21-28.\nThe INCLUSION Art Show is hosted by posAbilities – an innovative non-profit assisting people to lead meaningful and healthy lives. We partner with the community to provide a broad range of services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. \nWe are thankful for the opportunity to put on a show of this magnitude every year and deeply appreciate the continued support from our community. All proceeds go directly towards the Art Show. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO ENTER THE SHOW!
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/inclusion-art-show/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/inclusion-art-show/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211021T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211021T113000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210908T182246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T182246Z
UID:23290-1634808600-1634815800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Stress Awareness and Self-Regulation for Ourselves and Our Children
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nDuring this presentation we will look at what stress is\, what happens in our brain and body when we experience stress\, and why stress results in certain behaviours. \nStress awareness is an ongoing process that involves gaining a deeper understanding of the science related to stress\, then personalizing the information to fit with our own experiences. As we reflect on our own stress and practice self-regulation strategies to reduce and prevent stress for ourselves\, we also end up building a toolkit of knowledge and skills from which to help others. \nClick here for information on how to register\nAbout the Facilitator  \nConnie Herman is the Nobody’s Perfect Parent Program Coordinator for Saskatchewan. In this role\, she offers training\, ongoing education\, and support to service providers who work with parents and families. Connie is also a mom of a 7 year-old daughter and a 12 year-old son. As a Parent Program Coordinator and a parent\, Connie recognizes that parenting is one of the most important and also most challenging roles that we have in our lives. Through support\, information\, and capacity building\, service providers can play an amazing part in helping parents gain confidence\, effectiveness\, and build healthy\, positive connections with their children.\nPlease note that this workshop is not guaranteed to run. We need a minimum number of people enrolled in order to be able to run it. \nThe cost of this workshop is per person\, and will take place via Zoom. Participants will be emailed the login information. 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/stress-awareness-and-self-regulation-for-ourselves-and-our-children/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/stress-awareness-and-self-regulation-for-ourselves-and-our-children/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211013T175708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T213559Z
UID:23829-1634821200-1634828400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Nelson Self-Advocacy Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nThis is a great opportunity to learn more about the group if you are thinking of joining\, or voice your opinions and ideas for what the group can focus on as we begin a new season. Everyone who attends will be entered into the draw. \nIf you have any questions at all or need help logging in\, please do not hesitate to get in touch with jaymes@nelsoncares.ca \n  \nClick here to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6291747361\nAnd if you need the meeting ID number\, it is: 629 174 7361
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/nelson-self-advocacy-group-meeting/2021-10-21/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/nelson-self-advocacy-group-meeting/2021-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211021T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211021T180000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211013T174035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T174035Z
UID:23823-1634832000-1634839200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Adaptive Snow Sports
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\n“Adaptive Snow Sports” with Tom Mooney Director of Vancouver Adaptive Snow Sports (VASS) non-profit society.  \n We welcome students of all ages and disabilities\, utilizing adaptive equipment and/or specialized teaching techniques to maximize a person’s independence on the snow. To meet the needs of its members\, VASS offers programs from beginner to advanced\, which include snowboarding\, sit ski\, stand-up skiing and advanced adaptive ski racing.  We are also piloting a snowshoe program in 2021. \nASL Interpretation is provided! \n  \nPlease Email L.Stinson@nsdrc.org or call 604-985-5371 to register and for the Zoom login information \n  \nAbout  Vancouver Adaptive Snow Sports (VASS):  Vancouver Adaptive Snow Sports (VASS) runs skiing and snowboarding programs for persons with a disability at Grouse\, Seymour and Cypress Mountains. VASS makes the mountain experience accessible to all. VASS is a registered non-profit society (89254 2168 RR0001)\, operated by a dedicated group of volunteers\, which includes an active Board of Directors\, program coordinators\, instructors and administrators. \nOur instructors are trained to use the adaptive equipment and specialized teaching techniques. They must successfully complete the Canadian Adaptive Snowsports (CADS) instructor certification\, which utilizes the Canadian Ski Instructors Alliance and Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors certification methodology. VASS is affiliated with BC Adaptive Snowsports  (BCAS) and  Canadian Adaptive Snowsports (CADS). \nWebpage: https://vass.ca/ \n  \nDisabled Community Connection Network (DCCN) is a monthly communication and information group for people of all ages (16+) with any disability. This group is hosted by the North Shore Disability Resource Centre. This group is facilitated by and for people with disabilities.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/adaptive-snow-sports/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/adaptive-snow-sports/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211025T113000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210525T000326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T210440Z
UID:20813-1635156000-1635161400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Self Injurious Behaviour
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO:   « Back to all events\nWatching your child hurt themselves is one of the most difficult things to witness. Are you a parent or caregiver of a Child with Self Injurious Behaviours? Do you sometimes feel alone on this journey? Would you like to meet other families like you? At FSI we would like to bring parents in this unique situation together for support\, empathy\, understanding\, and brainstorming some workable strategies. There may be tears or emotions that will surface for some of us but this will be a safe and confidential space for the families on a similar journey. We are better together. \n  \nClick Here to Register!  \n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/self-injurious-behaviour-family-hangout-2021-10-25/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/self-injurious-behaviour-family-hangout-2021-10-25/
CATEGORIES:Family Hangouts,FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211025T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211025T193000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211012T195502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T195502Z
UID:23807-1635186600-1635190200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Questions About CLBC Respite?
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nDo you have CLBC funded respite and want to learn more about the new Family Respite Policy options for your family? You are invited to join the Questions About CLBC Respite to connect with others and explore tools and solutions. \nJessica Humphrey from CLBC will join us to go over the new CLBC Family Respite Policy as outlined in FAQ \n*Last 10 minutes of this call will be a Facebook Live event! \n*For 1-1 respite support and information\, please call our office directly at 1-800-441-5403 and quote “respite support” to be connected with our Respite Team! \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/questions-about-clbc-respite/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/questions-about-clbc-respite/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211027T113000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211019T173515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211019T185345Z
UID:23953-1635328800-1635334200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Housing Rights and Self Advocacy panel
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn from people with experience fighting for their rights in an ableist society? Do you want to learn about housing rights and self-advocacy? Join our panel of experienced self-advocates for stories\, advice\, and a live Q&A about the challenges and solutions people have found! \n  \nRegister by Monday\, October 25th on Eventbrite by clicking here. \n  \nWe will send an email reminder through your Eventbrite registration with the Zoom login information to all registered attendees on October 26th\, 1 day before the event. (Check your promotions/junk folder if you don’t find it in your inbox this day or email info@salnbc.com). We hope you can make it! \nThis event is hosted by the Self-Advocate Leadership Network of BC and includes a presentation by BC People First Society about housing rights and a panel on housing rights and self-advocacy. Panel members will share stories from their lives about housing experiences to allow the audience to explore why community living is essential. There will be time for questions from the audience at the end. \nMeet the Presentation & Panel Speakers: \n\nDavid Sherritt\, Self-Advocate Mentor\nCharlene Barney\, Office Assistant & Self-Advocate\nDavid Johnston\, Facilitator & Self-Advocate Mentor\nGerry Juzenas\, Self-Advocate & Public Speaker\nMargaux Wosk\, Self-Advocate & Artist\nLorie Sherritt\, Self-Advocate Consultant\nJo-Anne Gauthier\, BC People First President\n\nThis presentation is for allies\, supporters and caregivers of people with intellectual disabilities\, government officials\, services providers\, self-advocacy group members\, and anyone who wants to learn more about housing and human rights. We hope you can make it!
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/housing-rights-and-self-advocacy-panel/
LOCATION:https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/self-advocacy-panel-presentation-housing-rights-deinstitutionalization-tickets-192620672617?fbclid=IwAR3aRJCe1LhMVMm3ATENLKfeidOiX71oatTwaq8cPjkdwA5gw8mOAJigbUE\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211027T203000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210722T184526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210817T220839Z
UID:21787-1635359400-1635366600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Transitioning to Adulthood Series:  Application to PWD and My Self Serve
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nJoin the Family Support Institute and Special Guest Speakers Sharon Wilson & Michael Windle – Intake Workers from MSDPR on our upcoming zoom presentation to learn about the PWD Application and My Self Serve registration process. \nGuest Speaker: Sharon Wilson & Michael Windle –  MSDPR Intake Workers \nClick here to register.\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability.\nFSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI: TRANSITIONING TO ADULTHOOD a private Facebook Group created by The Family Support Institute of BC aimed to support families navigate the journey of transitioning into adulthood for their loved ones through peer-to-peer support and shared experiences. https://www.facebook.com/groups/411627796958576 \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n  \n*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-application-to-pwd-and-my-self-serve/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-application-to-pwd-and-my-self-serve/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211028T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211028T113000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210908T182652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T182652Z
UID:23297-1635413400-1635420600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Creating a Common Approach and Language to Supporting Self-Regulation in Children and Adults in their Lives
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nStress makes it difficult for the brain to work as well as it does when calm\, happy\, and relaxed. When someone experiences stress\, it causes ‘alarms’ in the different parts of the brain. \nMy Curious Brain was written to spark children’s curiosity about how their brain works. It also provides parents\, teachers\, and caregivers with tools to support brain health for children. The different parts of the brain are represented by the Instinctual Dinosaur\, the Emotional Monkey\, and the Wise Owl. The story offers children and adults a fun and interesting way to gain a greater understanding of how the brain develops\, how it responds to stress\, and strategies to effectively reduce stress. \nMy Curious Brain shows how to practice calming the instinctual dinosaur and the emotional monkey\, to help access the wise owl. This book offers self-regulation awareness and skills to help all the animals (parts of the brain) work in harmony. These are skills that will benefit children through their entire lives. \nAll participants will receive a copy of the My Curious Brain book. \nClick here for information on how to register\nAbout the Facilitator  \nConnie Herman is the Nobody’s Perfect Parent Program Coordinator for Saskatchewan. In this role\, she offers training\, ongoing education\, and support to service providers who work with parents and families. Connie is also a mom of a 7 year-old daughter and a 12 year-old son. As a Parent Program Coordinator and a parent\, Connie recognizes that parenting is one of the most important and also most challenging roles that we have in our lives. Through support\, information\, and capacity building\, service providers can play an amazing part in helping parents gain confidence\, effectiveness\, and build healthy\, positive connections with their children.\nPlease note that this workshop is not guaranteed to run. We need a minimum number of people enrolled in order to be able to run it. \nThe cost of this workshop is per person\, and will take place via Zoom. Participants will be emailed the login information. 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/creating-a-common-approach-and-language-to-supporting-self-regulation-in-children-and-adults-in-their-lives/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/creating-a-common-approach-and-language-to-supporting-self-regulation-in-children-and-adults-in-their-lives/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211013T181326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T181327Z
UID:23835-1635444000-1635451200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Spook-tacular Hallowe-en Dance Party
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWe will be dancing the night away with DJ Skullface (formerly known as DJ Lucas) from 6-8pm at our annual Halloween dance 👻 💃 \nCelebrate diversity and wear a costume for yet another chance to win 1 of 3 gift cards from a local business! \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/6291747361\nAnd if you need the meeting ID number\, it is: 629 174 7361
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/spook-tacular-hallowe-en-dance-party/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/spook-tacular-hallowe-en-dance-party/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211030T190000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210907T203356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T203356Z
UID:23288-1635616800-1635620400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Halloween Howl Community Dance Event
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nGot some cool moves and grooves to show off? Bring your dancing skills and a costume to our free Halloween Howl Dance event\, open to all ages! \nAll ages! \nFREE! \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/halloween-howl-community-dance-event/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/halloween-howl-community-dance-event/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T100000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20210910T165017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210910T165111Z
UID:23311-1635757200-1635760800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Personal Support Network Facilitation - Online Course | Nov 1 - Dec 12\, 2021
DESCRIPTION:Ending isolation through personal support networks\nAbout the Course\nFinding friendship and making personal connections in one’s community can present challenges for us all under the most robust of conditions; for those who are isolated due to disability\, illness or old age\, developing a personal support network can seem insurmountable.  At the heart of Plan Institute is the belief that in creating a caring community with the knowledgeable assistance of a Network Facilitator\, a person in isolation can have an active social network playing an important role in bringing resilience\, purpose and joy to an otherwise solitary life. \nBuilding on over 25 years of experience in facilitating hundreds of personal support networks for people living in isolation\, this online course uses PLAN’s proven approach to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a Personal Support Network Facilitator. As a Network Facilitator\, you will have the tools to re-chart a life of isolation towards a life at the centre of an active and caring personal support network. \nThis course was designed by Vickie Cammack\, Plan Institute and PLAN co-founder\, and the Plan Institute team. \nThis course consists of four easy to follow modules that are designed to be both practical and inspirational:\n\nUnderstanding Personal Support Network facilitation\nExploration in developing a Personal Support Network\nFormation and maintenance of a network\nAddressing challenges and building confidence\n\nThe 25 – 30 hours of course instruction includes:\n\nComprehensive\, accessible\, self-paced\, online training. This means that there are no set times in which you must log in to the course\, but can complete it at your own pace\, within the 6-week window.\nOverview of the principles and theory of Personal Support Network facilitation\nHow to develop a network including the three development phases\nHow to maintain a network\nCertificate of Completion for those who successfully complete the course requirements\n\nWho should take this course\n\nThis course is designed primarily for individuals working with or living with people who are socially isolated including seniors\, people with disabilities and/or chronic health challenges\, and youth.\nHowever\, the course is open to anyone\, including family members and caregivers who have a loved-one with a disability.\n\n  \nCLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION\n  \nFAQs\nIs there mandatory check in points and course deadlines for this course?\nNo\, there are no mandatory check in points or deadlines associated with this course besides the start and end date. The learner has 6-weeks to complete this course. It is up to the learner to decide when they will sign on and complete the assignments. \nCan I take this course even though I am outside of Canada?\nYes! We have had people attend the course from the USA\, Australia\, South America and many more countries around the world. Since there is no mandatory check ins/deadlines the course can be taken in any time zone. \nWhat happens if something comes up and I can’t finish the course?\nDepending on the reason\, we can offer the learner an extension or transfer to the next course. This is based on each unique situation and requires conversation with the facilitator and course administrator. \nFees\n1 seat: $300.00 per seat\n5 seats $1200.00 (buy 4 get 1 free)
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/personal-support-network-facilitation-online-course-nov-1-dec-12-2021/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/personal-support-network-facilitation-online-course-nov-1-dec-12-2021/
CATEGORIES:External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T113000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211006T180438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T194523Z
UID:23758-1635760800-1635766200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Waitlists - Assessments or Services
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nIs your child getting assessed for autism or are you on a wait list for the services? What are some of the issues that are bothering you the most? Excessive crying or meltdowns? Sleep or feeding issues? Lack of speech? Inattentiveness? Would you like to have some suggestions that can make a difference\, by the parents that have walked the path ahead of you and meet with some parents who are new on this journey like yourself? Join us on this monthly zoom. \nAt FSI we would like to bring parents in this unique situation together for support\, empathy\, understanding\, and some workable strategies. This will be a safe and confidential space for the families on a similar journey as we are better together. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nFamily Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who have a family member with a disability. FSI is unique in Canada and the only grass roots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base. \nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \nYou are invited to join FSI CONTINUING CONVERSATIONS\, a private Facebook Group intended to continue conversations of support or provide an alternative platform for support. www.facebook.com/groups/fsicontinuingconversations/ \nAll FSI Zoom sessions can be accessed by telephone only if access to computers and/or internet is a barrier. If you need assistance registering for any session\, please call our office at 1-800-441-5403. \n*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/waitlists-assessments-or-services/2021-11-01/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/waitlists-assessments-or-services/2021-11-01/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T190000
DTSTAMP:20260612T215500
CREATED:20211014T182949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T182949Z
UID:23847-1635786000-1635793200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:City of Vancouver's Accessibility Strategy
DESCRIPTION:If you live in Vancouver and identify as a youth or young adult between the ages of 16 – 24 living with a disability\, the City is interested to hear from you! \nWhat would help you to participate and feel included in your community? \nJoin us for a conversation and help inform the creation of the City’s Accessibility Strategy.\nAccessibility means being able to reach\, understand\, contribute to and use the places\, information and services in our City.\nWe want to hear the diverse voices and experiences of persons living with a disability\, their families\, their caregivers and those who provide services.\nThis strategy will help to create a liveable\, equitable and inclusive City for all. \nWhat to Expect\n– Each session is 2 hours\n– Each session will include 10-12participants\n– The conversation will be 1.5 hours in length\n– ASL and Close Captioning areprovided for each session\n– Sessions will be recorded\n– There will be a facilitator and a note-taker \nEmail karen.lai@vancouver.ca to register
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/city-of-vancouvers-accessibility-strategy/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/city-of-vancouvers-accessibility-strategy/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection,External Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211101T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T202144Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Social Club - Fall Session #2
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nDue to high demand of our Social Clubs\, you may only register for one day a week. \nChoose Monday OR Wednesday. \nMondays: Nov 1\, 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 & Dec 6 \nWednesdays: Nov 3\, 10\, 17\, 24 & Dec 1\, 8 \nAges 19-49 \nCost $60 \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/adult-social-club-fall-session-2/2021-11-01/
LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/adult-social-club-fall-session-2/2021-11-01/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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