Family Support Institute of BC
Non-Speaking Autism
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events One-third of the children who receive an Autism Diagnosis remain nonspeaking despite the therapies and interventions. Is your child minimally verbal, and it’s affecting his/her emotional wellbeing? Does your child understand what you tell him or stay unfocused and aloof? Are you experiencing meltdowns, self-injurious or aggressive behaviours? […]
Waitlists – Assessments or Services
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Is 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 […]
FASD Series: YWCA Crabtree Corner with Wanda Pelletier
We are excited to host Wanda Pelletier from the YWCA Crabtree Corner. Wanda Pelletier has been working in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside for the past 24 years with YWCA Crabtree Corner Community Resource Centre. For the past 13 years, she has been supporting children who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and their families. Wanda will […]
Education Themed Series
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Sept 20 - Creating Your Child's Team • Who is who (Resource teachers, learning support, EAs, OTs SLPs?) • Allies and relationships (you and your family members, librarians, custodians, former teachers, and other parents) • Building relationships • Understanding your communication style, your strengths, and where you may […]
Gender Marvelous: Parenting LGBTQ+ Children and Youth
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events A place for families can share their own experiences, ask questions, and get guidance as we support our children and youth. Come join the conversation. Learn what all the acronyms mean! Find support and strength and network with other families on this journey. CLICK TO REGISTER […]
Newly Diagnosed Autism
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 […]
Education Themed Series
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Sept 20 - Creating Your Child's Team • Who is who (Resource teachers, learning support, EAs, OTs SLPs?) • Allies and relationships (you and your family members, librarians, custodians, former teachers, and other parents) • Building relationships • Understanding your communication style, your strengths, and where you may […]
Navigating the Early Years
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Families and caregivers of children ages 0-8 are invited to come together in a safe space for camaraderie, inspiration, problem solving, and support. Bring your thoughts, questions and wonderings to the conversation circle and share and encourage each other. OCTOBER 12 TOPIC: Transitioning from summer months to September […]
Non-Speaking Autism
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events One-third of the children who receive an Autism Diagnosis remain nonspeaking despite the therapies and interventions. Is your child minimally verbal, and it’s affecting his/her emotional wellbeing? Does your child understand what you tell him or stay unfocused and aloof? Are you experiencing meltdowns, self-injurious or aggressive behaviours? […]
Find a Mentor, Be a Mentor
Peer Support. Community, Resources. There’s an entire community of people out there to connect with and share your experiences with! ~ “It is nice to just sit with people who get it” ~ FSIBC Volunteer Resource Parent Daniel Allen The family Support Institute of BC (FSIBC) is the only grassroots peer-to-peer disability organization/community for families […]
Journey Through Grief
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Parents, grandparents, and caregivers of a child or family member with a disability who journey through aspects of grief are invited to come together in a safe space for connection, understanding, inspiration, capacity building, and non-judgmental support. Whether your experience is a new diagnosis, life stage, or loss, […]
Transitioning to Adulthood Series: Application to PWD and My Self Serve
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Join the Family Support Institute and Special Guest Speakersb on our upcoming zoom presentation to learn about the PWD Application and My Self Serve registration process. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Family Support Institute of BC (FSI) is a provincial not-for-profit society committed to supporting families who […]