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Tomorrow hear about the ASF, how it fits into the Ministry’s larger mandate for supporting student’s in post-secondary, & a more detailed explanation of the components of the ASF and how they can be accessed by both students with disabilities. Register: bit.ly/336X8rX

Join us to hear about the ASF, how it fits into the Ministry’s larger mandate for supporting student’s in post-secondary, & a more detailed explanation of the components of the ASF and how they can be accessed by both students with disabilities. Register: bit.ly/336X8rX

DYK: May 7th is National Child & Youth Mental Health Day? May 7th is about building caring connections between young people and the caring adults in their lives. Having caring, connected conversations can have a big impact on the mental health of children and youth. Learn how you can take part by visiting may7icare.ca #may7icare #childandyouthmentalhealth #icare

Have you registered to join our annual general meeting (AGM) on May 28th at 11:30 a.m PST? We hope to see you there! Become a member and vote at our upcoming AGM by visiting https://familysupportbc.com/get-involved/#membership Please register at bit.ly/FSIAGM2021

Please join us to learn about wills & estate planning today at 1 p.m PST! Join us and Audrey Jun & Ken Kramer Q.C. From KMK Law Corporation to discuss 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. Register here: https://bit.ly/3dYsxU2

University of Alberta is offering a free online course from the Faculty of Native Studies that explores Indigenous histories and contemporary issues in Canada. From an Indigenous perspective, this course explores key issues facing Indigenous peoples today from a historical and critical perspective highlighting national and local Indigenous-settler relations. To learn more or to register please visit https://www.coursera.org/learn/indigenous-canada

Enhance your maternal mental health understanding through this live and interactive workshop with BC Council for Families on March 11 and 12. Learn more here: http://ow.ly/siq850DqFh8

DCCN is a monthly communication and information group for people of all ages (16+) with any disability. Join the discussion and learn about the process of adaptive yoga with Toni van der Marel. ASL Interpretation is provided! Please Email [email protected] or call 604-985-5371 to register.

Today is the day! Last few hours to register! Learn about our FREE online tool for individuals and families to create a beautiful and personalized information booklet to store and share their strengths, gifts, goals and more! Register here: https://zoom.us//regi/tJcqdeuorT0jGNyOSIvMHs33jRt-yHk2q_H2

The social isolation measures necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic are making it more difficult for those who are at risk of abuse or violence to safely reach out for help. Signal for Help is a simple one-handed sign someone can use on a video call. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFLZEQFIm7k

[MCFD UPDATE] Families who receive Direct Funding/At Home Program basic respite can continue to use their respite funding in a flexible manner for another year and do not need to provide a record of respite expense forms for agreements expiring before March 31, 2022. Families who have basic Direct Funded/At Home Program Respite Agreements ($256.66/month) expiring before March 31, 2022 will not need to provide Record of Respite Expense Forms. The monthly payment will continue ...to families with a two-month time frame to submit a copy of a signed agreement. Families with an Enhanced Respite Agreement (over $256.66/ month) expiring by March 31, 2021 will need to contact their CYSN worker about renewing their agreement. Families whose circumstances have changed or are experiencing difficulties are encouraged reach out to their CYSN worker or their community service providers to see how they can assist. Additional information is available on the Children and Youth With Support Needs COVID-19 website here: http://ow.ly/odMu50DCZe0

Join the 8-Week Virtual Caregiver Series starting January 6th from 12pm to 1pm on Wednesdays! To register, please email to Email [email protected]

Are you a representative named in a Representation Agreement under section 7 (RA7All or RA7F+L) with authority for routine management of the adult's financial affairs? Has the adult you support applied for the BC Recovery Benefit? Do they need your assistance to apply? As a representative with authority for routine finances, you have legal authority to assist the adult or to apply for benefits on their behalf. The BC Recovery Benefit is a one-time direct deposit (into the ad...ult's account) tax-free payment for eligible families, single parents and individuals. It is based on net income from a 2019 tax return. Online applications opens TODAY Dec. 18/20 - deadline is June 30/21. Visit http://ow.ly/BgQB50CPCsF for more information

T-minus 1 hour to go! Join us to celebrate the launch of the Calendar for Connection. The new Calendar for Connection focuses on highlighting social connection events and activities that are accessible and inclusive for everyone.... Register: https://zoom.us//regi/tJUpc-qpqjwiHdVSyoQj7AZe4_X4MHbs5VYk

Would you like to become more involved in supporting siblings throughout the pandemic and beyond? Free training for siblings is available for those who would like to host their own meetups. Find more information here: http://ow.ly/lA1o50CdRO8

Whatever your questions, needs, or goals, BC Disability is here to support you! The goal of BC Disability is simple: they want to help persons with disabilities and allies find what they are looking for! Learn more at www.bcdisability.com/

Join us as we celebrate the launch of the Calendar for Connection via ZOOM. The new Calendar for Connection is hosted on the FSIBC website and focuses on highlighting social connection events and activities that are accessible and inclusive for everyone. Come say hi and ask all your questions. Everyone is welcome! ... Registration required. You'll need a phone, tablet or laptop and the zoom app. When: Thursday, December 17, 2020 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. PST Facilitated by: Jessica Humphrey (CLBC) & Lydia Kang (FSIBC) Register: http://ow.ly/APHI50CNqCi

Join Qauyisaq Ettiq for a live stream on November 24th which will provide an introduction on the Inuit in Canada in order to bridge cultural differences and create a deeper understanding. For more information or to register, please visit slide 9 http://ow.ly/VpGy50CdRcq

Community Living BC (CLBC), the BC CEO Network, and a group of Home Sharing Providers have come together to form a Home Sharing Working Group. This group works together to make home sharing a better experience for everyone. CLBC is asking for your feedback through a short survey, to help us better understand how we can make the matching process better for those interested in home sharing and how we can get better at responding when things go wrong. If you, your family member ...or personal support network have experienced living in home sharing, please take this survey so we can hear from you and make changes based on your feedback. Your voice matters! Recognizing that it may be challenging for some people to complete the online survey, we have set up virtual phone calls to help people with the survey. We have a group of Self Advocate Advisors on the call to work with you. Here are the dates and times for the calls. Take the survey: http://ow.ly/thUD50CqPun *The Survey is open now and closes on November 29th, 2020* For more information, please visit http://ow.ly/dTeH50CqPuT

On wednesday November 25, 2020 9am PST join Moms Stop the Harm for an interactive Zoom seminar. Petra Schulz will show how families can use personal stories to open hearts and change minds. Sign up here: http://ow.ly/O0vF50CdQCD

The Sibling Collaborative have published another article in the Journal of Intellectual Disability Research! In this study, the explored the experiences of siblings of adults with intellectual disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more here: http://ow.ly/FPiU50CdRF5

Register here: https://linktr.ee/LangleyChildren

Enough is enough! BC Parents of Complex Needs has created an infographic to call on the government representatives to STOP ignoring our petitions and address our problems immediately! View the 3-page document here: https://familysupportbc.com/enough-is-enough_complexkids20/

RCY wants to hear from families about your experiences accessing the emergency pandemic funding and/or services for your child or youth through the Children and Youth with Special Needs (CYSN) Program with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Your confidential answers to this survey will be used in the report. The report is set for public release before the end of 2020 and will be shared with decision-makers. Please fill out this very important survey by M...IDNIGHT of Sunday, NOVEMBER 15! Please share with your contacts! Take the survey: https://mailchi.mp/7778634fcc8f/survey

On Saturday, November 7, the PHO announced new restrictions for the Lower Mainland on certain activities including social gatherings and travel until November 23. The new orders do not apply to essential services. All CLBC funded services are considered essential and should continue as per your plans and safety guidelines for this phase of the pandemic. You can find that announcement here: https://bit.ly/2GZIsDR