Workshops
Information on workshops for parents/guardians will be posted here.
Vancouver FamilySmart Events - Sent on behalf of the SWC Counselling Department
① An informative webinar opportunity for families presented by the Ministry of Child and Family Development.
Session Highlights:
- A workshop for for parents and caregivers in light of the tragic events at the Lapu Lapu festival a few weeks ago.
- Define and differentiate stress, grief, and trauma
- Discuss brain and stress responses to frightening events
- Outline what to expect from young people in the days and weeks post-event
- Provide practical tools and responses for supporting children and youth
- Identify when to seek professional help and share valuable resources
- See the attachment for more information.
② FamilySmart's regular monthly In the Know programming will resume in June ( and you can register here on the topics of
③ Beyond Behaviours When Is It More ( Ages 9-12) ( look for events highlighted in BLUE in June)
④ Mental Health and Preparing for the Transition to Post Secondary
And a reminder that we are available for one-on-one peer support to parents and caregivers. Please just drop us a line or give us a call and we will set up a time to talk. We are parents too and get how challenging it can be to support our kids who may be struggling.
Kindly,
Melina and Amy
| Melina Auerbach and Amy Tam Vancouver FamilySmart Family Peer Support Workers - Vancouver |
Melina and Amy
| Melina Auerbach and Amy Tam Vancouver FamilySmart Family Peer Support Workers - Vancouver |
