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SUMMARY:Kristy’s Test Series
DESCRIPTION:Kristy’s Test SeriesKristy’s Test SeriesKristy’s Test Series
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/kristys-test-series-79/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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SUMMARY:Kristy’s Test Series
DESCRIPTION:Kristy’s Test SeriesKristy’s Test SeriesKristy’s Test Series
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/kristys-test-series-78/
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SUMMARY:7 Part Sexual Health Training Series: Part 6 – Gender and Sexual Orientation
DESCRIPTION:  \nRegister for the Training \nHow to Register?
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/7-part-sexual-health-training-series-part-6-gender-and-sexual-orientation-16/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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SUMMARY:Kristy’s Test Series
DESCRIPTION:Kristy’s Test SeriesKristy’s Test SeriesKristy’s Test Series
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/kristys-test-series-77/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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UID:10000061-1744833600-1744837200@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Out of Care/Kinship Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Register for the Training \nHow to Register?
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/out-of-care-kinship-drop-in-181/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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UID:10000060-1744617600-1744650000@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Kristy’s Test Series
DESCRIPTION:Kristy’s Test SeriesKristy’s Test SeriesKristy’s Test Series
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/kristys-test-series-76/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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SUMMARY:Trauma-informed Transition Training Feb to Apr 2025
DESCRIPTION:Register\nHow to Register?
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/trauma-informed-transition-training-feb-to-apr-2025-31/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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SUMMARY:Kristy’s Test Event
DESCRIPTION:Kristy’s Test Event Kristy’s Test Event Kristy’s Test Event
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/kristys-test-event-17/
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SUMMARY:Kristy’s Test Event
DESCRIPTION:Kristy’s Test Event Kristy’s Test Event Kristy’s Test Event
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/kristys-test-event-16/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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CREATED:20250326T170003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T230002Z
UID:10000057-1744137000-1744146000@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Connect Attachment Program™ Evening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Register for the Training \nHow to Register?
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/connect-attachment-program-evening-sessions-33/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T230002Z
UID:10000056-1743672600-1743683400@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Trauma-informed Transition Training Feb to Apr 2025
DESCRIPTION:Register\nHow to Register?
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/trauma-informed-transition-training-feb-to-apr-2025-32/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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CREATED:20250326T170003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T230002Z
UID:10000055-1743532200-1743541200@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Connect Attachment Program™ Evening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Register for the Training \nHow to Register?
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/connect-attachment-program-evening-sessions-32/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250401T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20250326T170002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T230002Z
UID:10000054-1743501600-1743505200@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Out of Care/Kinship Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Register for the Training \nHow to Register?
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/out-of-care-kinship-drop-in-192/
CATEGORIES:All BC Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250303T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241220T062331Z
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SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Daytime
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nMondays\, January 13th to March 3rd\, 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class February 17th) \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: Giving and Receiving Healing – Daytime
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-daytime/2025-03-03/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250228T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T005827Z
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SUMMARY:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Safe Babies Group  \nFriday\, January 24th\, 10:00am to 11:00am  \nFriday\, February 28th\, 10:00am to 11:00am  \nIn-person at 1415 Cliffe Avenue  \n(4th Friday of the month) \nThese gatherings feature discussions to keep your caregiving skills current and an opportunity to “check in” with fellow caregivers! Experienced caregivers and MCFD Resource Worker are always in attendance. Little ones are welcome to attend with caregivers. An email will go out the week before with our discussion topic.
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/comox-valley-safe-babies-group/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Comox Valley Family Services Association\, 1415 Cliffe Avenue\, Comox\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250227T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241220T062703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T062747Z
UID:10000027-1740677400-1740688200@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Evening
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nThursdays\, January 16th to February 27th\, 5:30pm to 8:30pm \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/garh-eve/
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-evening/2025-02-27/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250226T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T061613Z
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SUMMARY:Talking About Pornography CLN (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 26th\, 6:30pm to 8:00pm \nPresented by Certified Sexual Health Educator Kerri Isham \nOpen to Foster and Kinship Caregivers. \nIt is not about if your child/children will view pornography\, it is about when. \nSchools and families must intentionally filter out inappropriate sexual images so that they are not viewed by children. Nearly 50% of children \nwho see pornography by accident say they can’t forget that first image. The largest group of viewers of internet pornography is children 12-17. \nWant to learn more about the long-term impacts of pornography viewing? Want to learn how to talk to your kids? Then this workshop is for \nyou! Kerri Isham is a knowledgeable\, experienced\, and passionate educator\, author\, and presenter with over 25 years of experience. She is \ncommitted to the empowerment of people of all ages. \nCaring Families Society will cover the registration cost for foster and kinship caregivers who attend this workshop. Youth 12+ can attend as a \nguest when accompanied by their caregiver. \nRegister at: https://learn.fpsss.com/training/7-part-sexual-health-training-series-part-5/
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/talking-about-pornography-cln-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250225T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241221T005158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T005158Z
UID:10000042-1740477600-1740483000@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregivers’ In-person Coffee Meeting  \nTuesday\, January 28th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nTuesday\, February 25th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nHost: Tom Robinson  \n(4th Tuesday of the month) \nYour CR Foster Parent Association welcomes all foster parents to attend their casual round the kitchen table gatherings which they host in members’ homes. The group offers confidential discussion and practical tips from experienced caregivers to help you support the child or teen in your care. For information including the address\, please watch your inbox\, or contact Judy at (text/call) 250-204-1566 or uicoord@fpsss.com.
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/foster-caregivers-in-person-coffee-meeting/2025-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250224T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250224T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241220T062331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T063051Z
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SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Daytime
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nMondays\, January 13th to March 3rd\, 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class February 17th) \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: Giving and Receiving Healing – Daytime
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-daytime/2025-02-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250221T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250221T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241221T000346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T003335Z
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SUMMARY:Foster Caregiver Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Foster Caregiver Mornings  \nWednesday\, January 17th\, 9:30am to 11:00am  \nWednesday\, February 21st\, 9:30am to 11:00am  \nCowichan Community Centre (Nitnat Room)\, 2687 James Street  \nThese Cowichan Valley Local hosted gatherings are a great way to connect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and rewards of fostering. Our best source of wisdom and support is each other! St. John’s Anglican Church is renovating and their hall is no longer available. We appreciate their generosity over the past years in allowing us the use of their space for our meetings. \nOur new meeting place is the Nitnat Room on the second floor of the Cowichan Community Center. There are two different flights of stairs and an elevator available to reach the Nitnat Room. Please watch your emails for more information.
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/foster-caregiver-mornings/2025-02-21/
LOCATION:Cowichan Community Centre (Nitnat Room)\, 2687 James Street\, Duncan\, BC\, V9L 2X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241220T062703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T062747Z
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SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Evening
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nThursdays\, January 16th to February 27th\, 5:30pm to 8:30pm \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/garh-eve/
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-evening/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241220T065645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T002412Z
UID:10000030-1740047400-1740051000@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Safe Babies Program Knowledge Exchange
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, January 16th\, 10:30am to 11:30am  \nTopic: Working with Indigenous Families  \nThursday\, February 20th\, 10:30am to 11:30am  \nTopic: Infant Development – activities to promote healthy development  \nMary Catherine Williams facilitates these informative and focused meetings and offers a chance for caregivers to learn and connect. \nTo register\, please email safebabies@fpsss.com.
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/safe-babies-program-knowledge-exchange/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250218
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241220T235901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T235901Z
UID:10000031-1739750400-1739836799@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Family Day  \nMonday\, February 17th  \n“Family…”  \nIt’s such a small word for such a big feeling. If we are lucky\, family sustains us\, lifts us up\, protects us\, and yes\, sometimes makes us just a little crazy. It’s the places we belong and the people we love even when we pretend not to know them in public. \nFamily is what foster families offer a child or youth in their darkest moments. Caregivers’ definition of “family” is a little broader\, a little more inclusive. It can be a forever thing or a fornow thing. \nSpend this Family Day with the family members that are closest to your heart…those who have been there forever and those who stay for a short time\, those we choose and those who choose us\, those who walk on two feet and those who walk on four. Laugh\, cry\, smile\, hug\, play\, forgive\, make new memories and recall old memories. \nDo it together. Do it as a family.
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/family-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241220T062703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T062747Z
UID:10000025-1739467800-1739478600@fpsss.pathwisedev.ca
SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Evening
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nThursdays\, January 16th to February 27th\, 5:30pm to 8:30pm \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/garh-eve/
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-evening/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241221T010320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T010320Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Lunch and Learn
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Lunch and Learn  \nThursday\, February 13th\, 11:30am to 1:30pm  \nCR Family Services\, conference room\, 487-10th Avenue  \nTopic: to be announced  \n(Thursday once/month) \nAll foster caregivers are welcomed. We host the gathering over the noon hour in hopes that more of our caregivers can drop in. This is your space for connecting with peers\, building community\, and sharing practical learnings for coping with the stresses of being a public parent. Bring your lunch or join us for the light refreshments supplied. Watch your email for updates about discussion topics. Contact Judy at \n250-204-1566 or Lindsy at lindsy.creedon@crfs.ca or 250-202-6036.
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/caregiver-lunch-and-learn/
LOCATION:Campbell River Family Services (Conference Room)\, 487-10th Avenue\, Campbell River\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250211T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241221T000846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T002252Z
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SUMMARY:Foster Caregivers Social Morning
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, January 14th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nTuesday\, February 11th\, 10:00am to 11:30am  \nCaring Families Society office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road  \nConnect with other foster caregivers who understand the unique challenges and joys fostering can bring. Watch your emails for more information! January’s theme is New Beginnings\, and February’s is The Power of Love. Foster caregivers please check your emails for more details closer to each event date.
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/foster-caregivers-social-morning/2025-02-11/
LOCATION:Caring Families Society Nanaimo Office\, #102-6421 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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SUMMARY:Foster Parent/MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Foster Parent/MCFD Partnership Meeting  \nTuesday\, February 11th\, 9:30am to 10:30am (to be confirmed)  \nMCFD Boardroom\, 1334 Island Hwy  \nAll foster parents\, MCFD social workers\, C&Y Mental Health Staff and Foster Support staff invited. Share your fostering concerns\, learn about MCFD updates\, and discuss local fostering trends. Contact co-chairs\, Tom Robinson at sunrisestart@hotmail.com or Ashley Visser at Ashley.Visser@gov.bc.ca for more information or to suggest a discussion topic.
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/foster-parent-mcfd-partnership-meeting/
LOCATION:MCFD Boardroom (Campbell River)\, 1334 Island Hwy\, Campbell River\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Upper Island
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250210T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250210T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
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SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Daytime
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nMondays\, January 13th to March 3rd\, 9:30am to 12:30pm (No class February 17th) \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: Giving and Receiving Healing – Daytime
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-daytime/2025-02-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250207T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241221T000624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241221T004148Z
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SUMMARY:MCFD Partnership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MCFD Partnership Meeting  \nWednesday\, February 7th\, 9:30am to 11:00am  \n15 Craig Street\, Duncan\, or virtually via Teams  \nPartnership gatherings are an opportunity for foster caregivers and social workers to network\, share information\, ask questions\, and identify common issues. MCFD office doors open at 9:00am for foster caregivers to catch up with one another and resource workers before the start of the 9:30am meeting. Please look for an email with more information and the optional virtual participation link closer to event date.
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/mcfd-partnership-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Central Island
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250206T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250206T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T212045
CREATED:20241220T062703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T062747Z
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SUMMARY:Giving and Receiving Healing Evening
DESCRIPTION:Developed by Complex Trauma Resources \nFacilitated by Ros Pringle \nThursdays\, January 16th to February 27th\, 5:30pm to 8:30pm \nOpen to Vancouver Island in-care foster caregivers. This seven-week training includes open resources and research from renowned trauma experts such as Bessel Van DerKolk\, Bruce Parry\, Dan Seigel\, Brene Brown\, and Harvard University. The first module is an introduction to the training and must be previewed before attending the first session. Topics enhance caregivers’ skills and confidence and include: \n1. Understanding Trauma \n2. Principles of Trauma-Informed Care: \n3. Recognizing Signs of Trauma: \n4. Effective Communication: \n5. Coping Strategies: \n6. Collaboration with Professionals: \n7. Cultural Competence: \n8. Self-Care for Caregivers: \nConclusion\nBy the end of the training\, caregivers will be equipped with practical tools and a deeper understanding of trauma-informed care\, enabling them to create a supportive and healing environment for the children in their care. This training not only benefits the children but also enhances the caregivers’ skills and confidence. \nRegister: https://learn.fpsss.com/courses/garh-eve/
URL:https://fpsss.pathwisedev.ca/event/giving-and-receiving-healing-evening/2025-02-06/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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