Family Support Institute of BC
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, […]
Let’s Talk About SIB | Session 01: Sleeping Like a Baby
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events About this Session: Up to 80% of children with neurodevelopmental differences have sleeping difficulties. In this talk, we will learn about the basics of sleep, common sleep challenges, assessments and treatments for sleep including behavioural strategies and medications. This session will be followed by a live 1 hour […]
FASD Series: Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (POPFASD)
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Are you interested in learning about the Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (POPFASD) Services and supports? Please join us for an evening of learning with Meredith Keery Program Lead, Teacher Consultant with POPFASD. Meredith will provide an overview of how POPFASD supports BC educators, families […]
Transitioning to Adulthood Series: Eligibility to CLBC
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Do you have a youth who lives with extra support needs and will be Transitioning out of High School soon? Do you support a youth who is 16 years or older who may be transitioning to adult services through Community Living BC (CLBC)? Are you wondering how to […]
Welcome to the Early Years: Becoming Acquainted with Infant Development Programs
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Do you have a child between the ages of birth to three years and the Infant Development Program has been recommended to you? Join us as we unpack the mysteries of the Infant Development Program, both from an Indigenous perspective and from a Settler perspective. Mary Gwynne and […]
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 […]
Let’s Talk About SIB | Session 02: Safety: Equipment or Medication?
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events About this Session: Join 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 […]
FASD Series: Whitecrow Village
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Whitecrow 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. We are […]
Wayfinders Series: Learning to Dream
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events OCT 20 & 27: Learning to Dream - defining what you see as your ideal life. *The second meeting for each topic will be an ‘open mike’ session for parents/families/self advocates, for a personal dive into the topic* Wayfinders Facilitators helps persons with a disability learn how to […]
Becoming an FSI Volunteer
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Are 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? FSI volunteers are the […]
Questions About CLBC Respite?
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Do 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. Jessica Humphrey from CLBC will join us to […]
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 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. Guest Speaker: Sharon Wilson & Michael Windle - MSDPR Intake Workers Click […]
