Family Support Institute of BC
Family Voices Project 2025 | Kelowna
Starbright Children’s Development Centre 546 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC, CanadaIn Phase 1 of the Family Voices Project, we gathered your feedback on Children and Youth with Support Needs (CYSN) services in BC. As part of Phase 2, we are returning to community, both previously engaged and new, to report back on findings from Phase 1 and to provide requested training and resources for families […]
Complex Health
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Those who care for someone with intense care needs would be perfect to attend this family hangout. Complex care requires highly trained caregivers and extra supports like the At Home Program or added care funding from the Ministry of Health. Our Complex Health Family Hangout group is a […]
Gender Marvelous
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Welcome to a space where families come together to share their experiences, ask questions, and support one another as we navigate the journey of raising our queer, gender-diverse and/or Two-Spirit children and youth. Join the conversation, find strength and encouragement, and connect with a network of families who […]
Early Years and School Age Navigation
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Caring for little ones with extra support needs is marked by joy, fear, and overwhelm, usually all in the same day! Navigating the toddler and preschool years or if the school years are on the horizon, can be a uniquely challenging time. Join Cari Rawling, (ECE/parent), and Heather […]
Aging Caregivers
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events We cannot slow the aging process in ourselves or in the people we care for! As we get older, our ability to care for our family member becomes more and more difficult. Planning our own future, and the future of our loved ones can be a terrifying process. […]
FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect. CLICK TO REGISTER WE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI'S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES […]
What is Natural Authority?
Purpose: To support and look after vulnerable people with a disability without abusing or mistreating them. This is highly important but easily gets underestimated, overlooked or ignored. In this presentation you will learn the following in a simple and clear manner: The meaning and importance of "natural authority". Introduction to the Public Guardian and Trustee […]
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 […]
Challenging Behaviours
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Complex behaviours are hard to handle! Whether those behaviours come from poor impulse control, language difficulties or oppositional tendencies, caregivers still struggle to understand and we all want to help. Join our Family Hangout for Challenging Behaviours and share with other caregivers who experience similar issues. Knowing that […]
FASD – Thinking Outside of the Box
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events This family hangout is all about empowering conversations for individuals affected by FASD and those that support them. Join us for a family hangout that provides a safe place to share and connect. CLICK TO REGISTER WE ASK ALL REGISTRANTS TO PLEASE REVIEW FSI'S ZOOM MEETING GUIDELINES […]
Gender Marvelous
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Welcome to a space where families come together to share their experiences, ask questions, and support one another as we navigate the journey of raising our queer, gender-diverse and/or Two-Spirit children and youth. Join the conversation, find strength and encouragement, and connect with a network of families who […]
Early Years and School Age Navigation
SESSION INFO: « Back to all events Caring for little ones with extra support needs is marked by joy, fear, and overwhelm, usually all in the same day! Navigating the toddler and preschool years or if the school years are on the horizon, can be a uniquely challenging time. Join Cari Rawling, (ECE/parent), and Heather […]
