Children in care need the loving supports of Foster Parents to help them face life challenges. Therefore, we aim to provide educational opportunities for Foster Parents to expand their knowledge and increase their skills to be able to support each child’s unique needs.
Community Bridge offers training and support to:
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- Foster Parent Applicants
- New Foster Parents
- Long-term Caregivers
Browse the calendar below to find an upcoming event near you:
| SunSunday | MonMonday | TueTuesday | WedWednesday | ThuThursday | FriFriday | SatSaturday | ||
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| September 26, 2021 | September 27, 2021 | September 28, 2021 |
September 29, 2021
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Presented by: Tiffany Butt with Community Bridge Location: Microsoft Teams (Online) Who should attend: Foster Parents who are interested in reflecting on themselves and hope to learn ways to better understand their child's needs. |
Dates: Wednesdays-- September 29th, October 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th Times: 12:00-2:00PM Cost: FREE |
6:00 pm: Foster Parent Virtual Fun Night!
October 3, 2021 –
Launching off Foster Family Month! The FP support coordinator is offering an evening event for caregivers wanting to meet their peers. Tiffany will host this relaxed and entertaining online event that includes games and get-to-know you challenges.
12:00 pm: Circle of Security Parenting
October 6, 2021 –
About the Program:
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.
Learning Objectives of the Training:
- Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
- Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
- Enhance the development of your child's self esteem
- Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure
This group is for foster parents only and registrants will receive a course workbook.
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Presented by: Tiffany Butt with Community Bridge Location: Microsoft Teams (Online) Who should attend: Foster Parents who are interested in reflecting on themselves and hope to learn ways to better understand their child's needs. |
Dates: Wednesdays-- September 29th, October 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th Times: 12:00-2:00PM Cost: FREE |
7:30 pm: Foster Parent Mentorship & Support Groups
October 6, 2021 –
Are you new to fostering? Long-time? Somewhere in- between?
We all need support and fresh ideas. Even if you're not having struggles, perhaps you can support someone else who's going through something similar Everyone is welcome to come, listen, and share.
The link to join will be sent via e-mail.
12:00 pm: Circle of Security Parenting
October 13, 2021 –
About the Program:
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.
Learning Objectives of the Training:
- Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
- Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
- Enhance the development of your child's self esteem
- Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure
This group is for foster parents only and registrants will receive a course workbook.
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Presented by: Tiffany Butt with Community Bridge Location: Microsoft Teams (Online) Who should attend: Foster Parents who are interested in reflecting on themselves and hope to learn ways to better understand their child's needs. |
Dates: Wednesdays-- September 29th, October 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th Times: 12:00-2:00PM Cost: FREE |
12:00 pm: Circle of Security Parenting
October 20, 2021 –
About the Program:
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.
Learning Objectives of the Training:
- Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
- Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
- Enhance the development of your child's self esteem
- Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure
This group is for foster parents only and registrants will receive a course workbook.
|
Presented by: Tiffany Butt with Community Bridge Location: Microsoft Teams (Online) Who should attend: Foster Parents who are interested in reflecting on themselves and hope to learn ways to better understand their child's needs. |
Dates: Wednesdays-- September 29th, October 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th Times: 12:00-2:00PM Cost: FREE |
6:00 pm: Lifebook's: Let’s Help Make Memories
October 22, 2021 –
What is a Lifebook?
A Lifebook brings together a child’s past, present, and future. It is a book to document a child’s history, celebrate accomplishments, and allow his or her talents to shine. It is a record of a child’s life in his or her own words using photos, artwork, and things picked up along the way. It allows a child to honor life, one day and one event at a time.
Join us as we explore various ways we can create a Lifebook for our children in care. In the workshop you’ll be provided with some of the material needed to start making your own physical copy of a Lifebook. We will discuss digital options as well.
Please Register in advance. This will help us to ensure we have enough materials.
Children and Families are welcome to attend.
Tiffany Butt
Community Bridge
250-793-2267
Foster@communitybridge.ca
10:00 am: Foster Parent Mentorship & Support Groups
October 25, 2021 –
Are you new to fostering? Long-time? Somewhere in- between?
We all need support and fresh ideas. Even if you're not having struggles, perhaps you can support someone else who's going through something similar Everyone is welcome to come, listen, and share.
The link to join will be sent via e-mail.
12:00 pm: Circle of Security Parenting
October 27, 2021 –
About the Program:
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.
Learning Objectives of the Training:
- Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
- Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
- Enhance the development of your child's self esteem
- Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure
This group is for foster parents only and registrants will receive a course workbook.
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Presented by: Tiffany Butt with Community Bridge Location: Microsoft Teams (Online) Who should attend: Foster Parents who are interested in reflecting on themselves and hope to learn ways to better understand their child's needs. |
Dates: Wednesdays-- September 29th, October 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th Times: 12:00-2:00PM Cost: FREE |
12:00 pm: Circle of Security Parenting
November 3, 2021 –
About the Program:
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.
Learning Objectives of the Training:
- Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
- Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
- Enhance the development of your child's self esteem
- Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure
This group is for foster parents only and registrants will receive a course workbook.
|
Presented by: Tiffany Butt with Community Bridge Location: Microsoft Teams (Online) Who should attend: Foster Parents who are interested in reflecting on themselves and hope to learn ways to better understand their child's needs. |
Dates: Wednesdays-- September 29th, October 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, November 3rd, 10th, 17th Times: 12:00-2:00PM Cost: FREE |
6:00 pm: Lifebook's: Let’s Help Make Memories
November 5, 2021 –
What is a Lifebook?
A Lifebook brings together a child’s past, present, and future. It is a book to document a child’s history, celebrate accomplishments, and allow his or her talents to shine. It is a record of a child’s life in his or her own words using photos, artwork, and things picked up along the way. It allows a child to honor life, one day and one event at a time.
Join us as we explore various ways we can create a Lifebook for our children in care. In the workshop you’ll be provided with some of the material needed to start making your own physical copy of a Lifebook. We will discuss digital options as well.
Please Register in advance. This will help us to ensure we have enough materials.
Children and Families are welcome to attend.
Tiffany Butt
Community Bridge
250-793-2267
Foster@communitybridge.ca
Disclaimer: dates, times and locations may change or events may be cancelled due to low registrations, weather conditions, coordinator or facilitator illness, or power outages. In these situations, we will do our best to inform you of the changes. Please RSVP to ensure contact about any changes to our programs, and also secure any child care that may be needed prior to attending.
You can register by calling Tiffany Butt @ 250.785.6021 ext. 235 or emailing foster@communitybridge.ca.
