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SUMMARY:Transition Series: Will and Estate Planning
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nBecoming well-informed about wills\, trusts and estate planning is necessary to secure the financial future of your loved one with a disability. In this workshop\, Geoffrey White\, KC explains how to arrange your estate\, prepare a will\, and the various ins and outs of setting up a trust specifically for your relative or loved-one with a disability. \n  \nREGISTER HERE\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 \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families.\nhttps://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc \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.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transition-series-will-and-estate-planning/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar,Learning Exploration Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231030T203000
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CREATED:20210816T165425Z
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SUMMARY:Journey Through Grief
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nParents\, 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\, we welcome you to join the conversation circle. We are inclusive of diverse perspectives and belief systems. \nOctober 30: Grief of Diagnosis and Secondary Loss: In addition to experiencing grief after receiving a diagnosis\, facing other unexpected feelings of grief and loss that show up much later and throughout the journey is part of the journey. Discuss the stages of secondary loss and create a personal collection of resources for resiliency and support. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \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/journey-through-grief-2022-06-27-2023-10-23/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/journey-through-grief-2022-06-27-2023-10-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231025T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231025T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20231025T190808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T214833Z
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SUMMARY:Transition Series: CRA Benefit Outreach Program
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nCRA and Person with Disability – followed by a Q & A session – Topics to be covered include\, but are not limited to: \n\nDisability tax credit\nEligibility for the DTC\nApply with the digital application\nApply on paper\nAfter you apply\nAmounts you can claim\nChild disability benefit\nCanada workers benefit disability supplement\nCanada caregiver credit\nMedical expenses\nHome accessibility tax credit\nHome buyer’s plan\nThe GST/HST credit\nAdditional one-time GST credit payment\nCanada Dental Benefit\nOne-time top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit\nScams Awareness\nUseful info and tools to help you do your taxes\n\nREGISTER HERE\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 \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families.\nhttps://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/52ef23e13270439d9d97d32a0b229bbc \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.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transition-series-cra-benefit-outreach-program/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar,Learning Exploration Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231019T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20231005T195010Z
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UID:37362-1697742000-1697749200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Housing Options
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nJoin us for a new session of Housing Options where guest speaker Jessica Humphrey\,a parent from Victoria BC\, returns to share her family’s personal journey exploring inclusive housing models for their 22-year-old daughter with complex support needs. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\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.\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/ \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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*FSIGEN
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/housing-options-13/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T211022Z
UID:36380-1697482800-1697488200@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-2022-10-17-2023-10-09/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/newly-diagnosed-autism-2022-10-17-2023-10-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231012T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231012T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20231004T191158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T191158Z
UID:37344-1697137200-1697144400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Housing Options
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nJoin us for a new session of Housing Options where guest speaker Lisa Evans\, CLBC Housing Specialist\, will be giving a presentation. This will be an amazing evening. Come prepared to listen\, learn and please bring your questions. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nLisa is in a new role with CLBC that is strictly focused on Housing as Manager of Services & Community Development – Housing for CLBC . The department was created out of the Re-imagining Community Inclusion ministerial document that was created by individuals\, families\, CLBC\, agencies and multiple community partners which speaks to the need to address the areas of Health\, Housing\, Employment and Indigenous supports and services. \nThree Regional Housing Leads— their roles are to support community engagement in regards to housing\, meeting with developers\, builders\, non-profits and supporting building relations to gain access to housing\, working with communities and municipalities to understand CLBC and persons with diverse abilities and how they can support intentional\, accessible\, inclusive communities and working on research and collaborating with the local regions \n\nTwo Housing Coordinators – they work with BC Housing and the regions to support the current group homes\, maintain them\, do inspections and the budgeting for the regions and also create new ones where required. They also will be supporting the portable rental benefit program and they support research and community engagement events.\nOne Provincial Program Coordinator for Home Share – Supporting research and projects for home share\, She is a subject matter expert and supports the regions and the Head Office departments and is the liaison to the Home Share Support Society.\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.\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/ \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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*FSIGEN
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/housing-options/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20210816T165425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T204137Z
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SUMMARY:Journey Through Grief
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nParents\, 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\, we welcome you to join the conversation circle. We are inclusive of diverse perspectives and belief systems. \nSeptember 25: Storytelling our Way through Grief:  Everyone’s grief journey is their own and they are the keepers of their personal stories. Being in the company of others with similar lived experiences creates a space where feelings and thoughts are held up by trust\, respect\, and compassion. Explore storytelling your way through grief with others to discover meaning and connection. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \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/journey-through-grief-2022-06-27-2023-09-25/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230831T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230831T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20230822T220527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T220610Z
UID:36653-1693506600-1693512000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Back to School: Supporting the Journey
DESCRIPTION:Back-to-school season can bring many things to mind – excitement\, relief\, apprehension\, even dread! Join FSI for a session on taming those back-to-school jitters. We will talk about managing stress and emotions for both kids and caregivers and tips for preparing for the new school year. \n  \nREGISTER HERE\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. \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/back-to-school-supporting-the-journey/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230828T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20210816T165425Z
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SUMMARY:Journey Through Grief
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nParents\, 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\, we welcome you to join the conversation circle. We are inclusive of diverse perspectives and belief systems. \nAugust 28:  Crack your Code: What Feels Supportive to You? Some days\, in the midst of caregiving and grief we know we need something restorative but don’t always know what exactly that thing is. We will share some learning about how to tap into the things that can bring you some calm and joy. Share your own thoughts on what you have found helpful alongside a supportive discussion around the topic of Grief. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \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/journey-through-grief-2022-06-27-2023-08-28/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230724T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230724T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20210816T165425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T203652Z
UID:35479-1690225200-1690230600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Journey Through Grief
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nParents\, 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\, we welcome you to join the conversation circle. We are inclusive of diverse perspectives and belief systems. \nJuly 24: How to Handle Grief and Other Caregiving Emotions: Grief is often a part of long term caregiving\, and we don’t always recognize it as such. We can be overwhelmed by emotions that actually have roots in grief and loss. Feelings of helplessness\, frustration\, and often anger can co-exist with the experiences of joy and hope. Add in some guilt and it is a whirlwind of many emotions that can leave us exhausted. Join us to share these experiences and explore the topic of Grief. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \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/journey-through-grief-2022-06-27-2023-07-24/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/journey-through-grief-2022-06-27-2023-07-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230508T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20230419T180106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T180609Z
UID:35246-1683570600-1683576000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:FASD SERIES | From There to Here: A Story of Courage and Hope
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nJoin Paul Thompson and Glenda Jansen as they candidly share their lived experience; that of an individual who navigated homelessness from the age of 16 for thirty years with an undiagnosed disability (FASD)\, and that of the person who came into his life with unexpected advocacy and support. Courage\, grace\, and the power of relationship are woven throughout Paul and Glenda’s back-and-forth style presentation as they combine facts with story\, humour and love through challenging times. Listeners will leave with a sense of hope\, the understanding that it is never too late for a life to change\, and learning what makes a difference to achieving positive outcomes. \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/ \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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/fasd-series-from-there-to-here-a-story-of-courage-and-hope/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230503T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20230418T163331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230418T163331Z
UID:35122-1683108000-1683115200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:BC’s Institutional Legacy and the Emergence of the Community Living Movement
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nCurrent services and supports for people with an intellectual disability have emerged from a long and complicated history of fear and oppression\, charitable beliefs\, pseudo-science\, human rights and economic priorities that date back hundreds and even thousands of years.  \nBeginning almost 200 years ago\, across Canada\, and later in British Columbia\, the institutional model was originally considered a progressive and compassionate response to meeting the needs of people with disabilities. Despite the failure of institutions in meeting people’s needs\, the model has persisted\, and people continue to be institutionalized in several provinces. The closure of large institutions in BC in the 1990s was achieved through the perseverance and sustained advocacy organized by family members\, service providers\, allies in government and especially\, people with disabilities themselves. Continuing our conversations about the history\, values\, and beliefs that guide the movement is vital to sustaining ourselves – and the vision of community living for all. \nThis two-hour session explores the roots and history of institutionalization of people with disabilities and the emergence of the community living movement in BC and Canada and the perspectives of survivor-activists who have fought and continue to fight for justice for people forced to live in institutions\, past and present. This two-hour session explores the roots and history of institutionalization of people with disabilities and the emergence of the community living movement in BC and Canada and the perspectives of survivors-activists who have fought and continue to fight for justice for people forced to live in institutions\, past and present. \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 \n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/bcs-institutional-legacy-and-the-emergence-of-the-community-living-movement/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230425T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20230405T215856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T184227Z
UID:34963-1682449200-1682454600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Complex Health Needs
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nA chance for families who support those with complex health issues\, who require caregiver(s) to meet their high care needs\, to connect and discuss common issues. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \n** PLEASE NOTE: This meeting is reserved for families with a member with a disability and self advocates only ** \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/ \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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.
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/complex-health-needs/2023-04-25/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230417T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20230411T172419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T172419Z
UID:35007-1681756200-1681761600@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:FASD SERIES: An FASD Talk with Lola and Lauren
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nUnderstanding FASD is best done by talking to those who live with the diagnosis! Please join us for a chance to hear from two amazing young ladies who truly understand FASD and are willing to share their experiences with those who do not! An evening of questions and answers and then maybe a chance to ask some more questions! \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \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/ \nAfter the session you are encouraged to share your feedback. This helps FSI improve our content to better serve the needs of families. \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*KS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-series-an-fasd-talk-with-lola-and-lauren/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20230125T214009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T214009Z
UID:33966-1675794600-1675800000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Education Series
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nFebruary 7 – Building Your Child’s Team\n• Who is who (Resource teachers\, learning support\, EAs\, OTs SLPs?)\n• Allies and relationships (you and your family members\, librarians\, custodians\, former teachers\, and other parents)\n• Building relationships\n• Understanding your communication style\, your strengths\, and where you may need support (are you a peacemaker\, an advocate\, do you find it uncomfortable to speak up\, are you good at writing letters\, do you enjoy in-person talks or would rather do things in writing?) \nFebruary 21 – Navigating Supports and IEPs\n• Timeline of IEPs\, when and how often to meet\n• Ministry of Education designations\n• Smart vs Competency Based IEPs\n• Language Adaptations and Modifications\n• Dogwood vs Evergreen \nMarch 7  – Bumps in the Road: Problem Solving\nEvery family/caregiver wants the best for their child\, and when things go wrong\, and or we feel that there is a disconnect between what our child needs and what is happening we react with strong emotions\, typically not positive ones. Why is it hard? It’s hard because we are coming from a place of love and are also trying to figure out how to interface and navigate within a complex system\, and we don’t know all the rules.\nIn this session\, we will be exploring:\n• Documenting and addressing issues proactively\n• Communication preparing for a meeting bringing someone with you\, mapping out what you want to discuss\, and being mindful and honest of the emotions behind the issues.\n• What is the chain of command?\n• Outside resources and supports IBC\, FSI BCedAccess\, PACs\, and PIEs\n• Social media – help\, and pitfalls \nApril 4 – Parent Voices: What’s Working\nIn this session we will be hearing from other families who have walked before us they will share their experiences\, tips\, and suggestions \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ANY OF THE ABOVE SESSIONS\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  \n*KS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/education-series/2023-02-07/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230128T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230128T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20230110T222900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T222900Z
UID:32935-1674914400-1674919800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Theatre Production: The Journey of Oliver Twist | In Person
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nTogether we will put on a play and transform into characters from the story of Oliver Twist. Over the course of 6 weeks\, we will prepare for and put on an original play written by the tag team Grace and Sandy. We will make the costumes and the sets\, and do the acting. IN PERSON at the Curiko Studio in Burnaby – 4924 Imperial St\, Burnaby \nEach week we will work towards a final recorded play that we can all watch and enjoy. Week 1: Learn about the characters and make costumes Week 2: Talk about the settings and story and make the sets Week 3 – 5: Act out the play in three parts – Film each section. Week 6: Viewing and cast party. At the end of the experience\, you will get a video of the finished play. \nIf you have any old clothes or craft supplies that you are willing to donate please bring them. \n  \nJOIN THE EXPERIENCE\n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/theatre-production-the-journey-of-oliver-twist-in-person/2023-01-28/
LOCATION:Curiko Studios\, 4924 Imperial Street\, Burnaby\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20221017T170054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T170054Z
UID:31766-1673375400-1673380800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:FASD Themed Series: Towards Healthy Outcomes with Jacqueline Pei
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nPlease join us on January the 10th to hear Jacqueline Pei discuss Towards Healthy Outcomes (THO)\, a framework for intervention with individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). \nJacqueline will review the assumptions central to this model\, and the rationale for adopting a ‘healthy development’ lens as we support individuals with FASD. From this perspective\, challenges present for individual will be examined across developmental domains with consideration for potential opportunities to support healthy outcomes for people with FASD. Research and practical considerations will be incorporated in this discussion. We will consider gaps that currently exist and ways we can engage in thoughtful and purposeful actions that are responsive to the unique needs of individuals with FASD. \nJacqueline Pei is a Professor\, in the Department of Educational Psychology Assistant Clinical Professor\, Department of Pediatrics Member\, Women and Children’s Health Research Institute Senior Research Lead\, Canada FASD Research Network \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  \n*FSI \n 
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-themed-series-towards-healthy-outcomes-with-jacqueline-pei/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20220106T205420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T210049Z
UID:30659-1671022800-1671026400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Navigating the Early Years
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nFamilies 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. Each month we will feature a new topic and invite a guest speaker. \nUPCOMING TOPICS:\nFeb 8 – Transitioning to Kindergarten\nMarch 8 – Waitlists in the Early Years\nApril 12 – Sleep\nMay 10 – Toileting Learning\nJune 14 –  Eating \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/navigating-the-early-years-2-2022-12-14/2022-12-14/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/navigating-the-early-years-2-2022-12-14/2022-12-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20221123T223141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T223141Z
UID:32421-1670265000-1670270400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Healing Stories: 3-week group experience
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nWould you like to explore your life journey from a healing and compassionate perspective? This autobiographical process will help you develop your reflection\, listening and storytelling skills. We will also work on empathy and communication so we can interact with each other with care and kindness. Experience greater understanding and awe for the human spirit as we listen and share meaningful stories from our lived experiences. \nBring an open mind and open heart to this cohort experience happening on 3 Monday nights starting December 5th. (Online through zoom) Dates: Nov.28\, Dec.5\, Dec.12 and Dec.19. Time: 6:30pm-8pm Pacific time (90 minutes) \nYou will need a Computer (desktop\, laptop or tablet) is ideal\, with internet connection. Ideally\, you are in a private and quiet space so we can share stories and hear each other easily. \n  \nPlease email littlewoo@curiko.ca to book your spot or register HERE
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/healing-stories-3-week-group-experience/2022-12-05/
CATEGORIES:Calendar for Connection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221123T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20221013T194633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T194634Z
UID:31725-1669208400-1669213800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Transitioning to Adulthood Series: STADD
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nDo you have a youth who lives with extra support needs and will be transitioning out of high school soon? \nPlease join the Family Support Institute and special guest speakers Julie Thiele and Darlene Issac Navigators from STADD (Services to Adults with Development Disabilities) on our upcoming zoom presentation. \nSTADD Navigators coordinate with government and community-based agencies so that young people have the support of collaborative teams during their transition to adulthood. Navigators can assist in connecting youth and families to various resources in their community/province. A Navigator helps individuals achieve their goals by connecting them to the services that can support a positive transition into adulthood. \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  \n*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-stadd/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221121T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20221024T165853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221024T165853Z
UID:32067-1669053600-1669059000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:FASD Themed Series: The Foster Family Coalition of the NWT
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tammy Roberts\, Leesa Myers and Sandra Noel from The Foster Family Coalition of the NWT to discuss the 4Y and 4Y Justice Programs.  The 4Y Program began in June 2019 due to the apparent need for direct support for young people with PAE and FASD as they transition into adulthood.  \nIn Yellowknife\, the 4Y Program complements other community programs and services available to support the youth participants\, therefore contributing to a higher quality of care in the city. It also supports caregivers and others in the youth’s social network\, which improves the capacity for care. This is done by providing a Navigator to spend 4 hours a week with the youth to encourage improved physical and mental health\, improved self-confidence and self-determination\, more community involvement in the transition planning of the youth in the community and prevention and reduction of additional challenges such as mental health issues\, addictions\, police involvement\, and self-harm. The 4Y Program provides 8 hours a week with a Navigator to youth involved in the justice system. \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n  \nTammy Roberts has been the Executive Director of the Foster Family Coalition of the Northwest Territories since 2009 and in this position facilitates PRIDE Training and provides support to foster and adoptive parents and child protection workers across the territory. She also is the secretary of the Canadian Foster Family Association\, participates on the National Executive Director’s Working Group and is the Co-chair of the CanFASD Research Network Family Advisory Committee.  \nSandra Noel is the Director of the Northwest Territories on the board of Youth in Care Canada. She works with directors from other provinces and territories to improve the lives of all youth in care. Noel hopes to become a voice for the NWT’s children in care\, adding she herself felt ‘voiceless’ at times while growing up. \nLeesa Myers is the Coordinator of the 4Y/GLOW with The Foster Family Coalition of the NWT \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 grassroots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \n*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-themed-series-the-foster-family-coalition-of-the-nwt/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20220629T222725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T173051Z
UID:29721-1668625200-1668628800@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Find a Mentor\, Be a Mentor
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nPeer Support. Community\, Resources. There’s an entire community of people out there to connect with and share your experiences with! \n~ “It is nice to just sit with people who get it” ~\nFSIBC Volunteer Resource Parent Daniel Allen \nThe family Support Institute of BC (FSIBC) is the only grassroots peer-to-peer disability organization/community for families and guardians of children with disabilities in BC. FSI has been bringing this community together in welcoming and unique ways since 1985 – be mentored by families you can trust. Join a community like no other! A few of the perks to becoming a volunteer.\n• Get Informed and Inspired\n• Share your resilience with others\n• Access FSI’s curated selection of trusted resources created by the lived experience of families for families\n• Attend community events • Join and co-host online support groups\n• Belonging\n• Be trained to facilitate FSIBC workshops\n• Celebrate \nMeet our awesome Resource Parents. \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  \n*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/find-a-mentor-be-a-mentor-3-2022-10-19/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221109T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20221007T191342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T191343Z
UID:31504-1667998800-1668004200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Transitioning to Adulthood Series: PWD Supplements
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events\nPlease join the Family Support Institute and Special Guest Speakers from MSDPR for our zoom presentation to learn about PWD Supplements and other services available to your youth. \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  \n*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-pwd-supplements-2/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20220106T205420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T195037Z
UID:30658-1667998800-1668002400@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Navigating the Early Years
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nFamilies 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. \nOur guest speakers’ presentation is primarily focused on Early Years\, with a minor overview of services beyond early years\, which ranges from birth to the child’s 9th birthday. We will be doing a brief overview of MNBC as a whole and what it means to be Métis. The services we’ll be talking about include our imagination library\, the well-being program for children that require extra support needs\, and childcare benefits. \nOUR GUEST SPEAKERS ARE: \nNicky Bartel\nNicky Bartel is a Métis Childcare Navigator & Support Coordinator as well as an Early Childhood Educator. Nicky has worked in the field for almost 30 years\, in a variety of setting and roles. She has three grown children and loves spending time in nature and is honored to be an ally for the Métis People. With gratitude she lives\, works\, and raised her family on the unceded territory of the L’htako Dene and home to the North Cariboo Metis Association. \nAlisha Wilson\nAlisha Wilson is the Family Connections Navigator for the Northern Region. This year will mark her 20th year working in childcare. Alisha loves to travel and spend any spare time she has outside being a hockey mom\, outdoors camping\, fishing\, skiing. \nAlyssa Crees\nI am the Métis Wellbeing Coordinator with the Miyoopimatishihk (Wellbeing) Program. I bring 9 years combined experience working with adults with developmental disabilities and children with complex trauma needs. I started at MNBC this year and I’ve been very happy gaining as much knowledge as I can about my culture and heritage so I can bring these teachings to my young daughter. I live and work on the traditional and ancestral lands of the Semiahmoo\, Katzie\, Kwikwetlem\, Kwantlen\, Qayqayt and Tsawwassen First Nations. \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/navigating-the-early-years-2-2022-11-09/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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LOCATION:https://familysupportbc.com/event/navigating-the-early-years-2-2022-11-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20220928T161900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T161900Z
UID:31432-1666789200-1666796400@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 Speakersb on our upcoming zoom presentation to learn about the PWD Application and My Self Serve registration process. \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  \n*FG
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/transitioning-to-adulthood-series-application-to-pwd-and-my-self-serve-2/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20220629T222725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220722T160530Z
UID:29718-1666184400-1666188000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Find a Mentor\, Be a Mentor
DESCRIPTION:Peer Support. Community\, Resources. There’s an entire community of people out there to connect with and share your experiences with! \n~ “It is nice to just sit with people who get it” ~\nFSIBC Volunteer Resource Parent Daniel Allen \nThe family Support Institute of BC (FSIBC) is the only grassroots peer-to-peer disability organization/community for families and guardians of children with disabilities in BC. FSI has been bringing this community together in welcoming and unique ways since 1985 – be mentored by families you can trust. Join a community like no other! A few of the perks to becoming a volunteer.\n• Get Informed and Inspired\n• Share your resilience with others\n• Access FSI’s curated selection of trusted resources created by the lived experience of families for families\n• Attend community events • Join and co-host online support groups\n• Belonging\n• Be trained to facilitate FSIBC workshops\n• Celebrate \nMeet our awesome Resource Parents. \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  \n*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/find-a-mentor-be-a-mentor-3/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221012T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20220106T205420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T191939Z
UID:30657-1665579600-1665583200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Navigating the Early Years
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nFamilies 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. \nOCTOBER 12 TOPIC: Transitioning from summer months to September start-up. Are you thinking about your child transitioning from their child care program to preschool? Preschool to kindergarten? Do you have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meeting coming up soon? Do you have questions about balancing new routines\, or where to stay connected in your community? \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/navigating-the-early-years-2-2022-10-12/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221003T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221003T200000
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UID:31428-1664821800-1664827200@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:FASD Series: YWCA Crabtree Corner with Wanda Pelletier
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nFor the past 13 years\, she has been supporting children who have Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and their families. Wanda will be sharing her experiences\, knowledge and stories with us if you would like to learn more about the work Wanda and her team are doing check out her blog: https://ywcavan.org/blog/2021/09/it-time-remove-stigma-fasd \nWanda will also be sharing information about the FASD Dictionary – a safe and low-barrier resource to educate the public and reduce the stigma for people living with FASD \n“It is time to help people better understand Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and focus on learning how we can support people who have FASD.” ¬- ”YWCA FASD Key Support Worker Wanda Pelletier \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\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 grassroots family to family organization that has a broad volunteer base.\nFSI SUPPORTS AND SERVICES ARE FREE TO ANY FAMILY \n  \n*FSI
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/fasd-series-ywca-crabtree-corner-with-wanda-pelletier/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220920T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
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UID:30877-1663698600-1663704000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Education Themed Series
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nSept 20 – Creating Your Child’s Team\n• Who is who (Resource teachers\, learning support\, EAs\, OTs SLPs?)\n• Allies and relationships (you and your family members\, librarians\, custodians\, former teachers\, and other parents)\n• Building relationships\n• Understanding your communication style\, your strengths\, and where you may need support (are you a peacemaker\, an advocate\, do you find it uncomfortable to speak up\, are you good at writing letters\, do you enjoy in-person talks or would rather do things in writing?) \nSept 27 – EIPs and Designations Advocacy\n• Timeline of IEPs\, when and how often to meet\n• Ministry of Education designations\n• Smart vs Competency Based IEPs\n• Language Adaptations and Modifications\n• Dogwood vs Evergreen \nOct 4 – Collaborative Advocacy\nEvery family/caregiver wants the best for their child\, and when things go wrong\, and or we feel that there is a disconnect between what our child needs and what is happening we react with strong emotions\, typically not positive ones. Why is it hard? It’s hard because we are coming from a place of love and are also trying to figure out how to interface and navigate within a complex system\, and we don’t know all the rules.\nIn this session\, we will be exploring:\n• Documenting and addressing issues proactively\n• Communication preparing for a meeting bringing someone with you\, mapping out what you want to discuss\, and being mindful and honest of the emotions behind the issues.\n• What is the chain of command?\n• Outside resources and supports IBC\, FSI BCedAccess\, PACs\, and PIEs\n• Social media – help\, and pitfalls \nOct 11 – Finding the “Easy” Button: Who are your Allies? The Voices of Families and Caregivers.\nIn this session we will be hearing from other families who have walked before us they will share their experiences\, tips\, and suggestions \n  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ANY OF THE ABOVE SESSIONS\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  \n*KS
URL:https://familysupportbc.com/event/education-themed-series/2022-09-20/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T063830
CREATED:20220106T205420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220830T214447Z
UID:25162-1663160400-1663164000@familysupportbc.com
SUMMARY:Navigating the Early Years
DESCRIPTION:SESSION INFO: « Back to all events \nTransitioning from summer months to September routines.\nAre you thinking about your child transitioning from their child care program to preschool? Preschool to kindergarten? Do you have questions about balancing new routines\, or where to stay connected in your community? \nDescription: 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 about transitioning from summer months to September routines. Join us in exploring this transition time and brainstorm together strategies\, solutions\, and tips to help you and your family be connected\, organized\, and having fun. \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/navigating-the-early-years-2/
CATEGORIES:FSI Event Calendar
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