SOS Children's Village BC
14225 57 Ave # 302 V3X 0H6 Surrey, BC, Canada

Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement with one simple task, to encourage people to do good, and its coming up next week! Save the date . . . .... #Givingtuesday #December1 See more

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https://www.sosbc.org/what-can-you-do/big-hearts-open-doors/ Already, children in care have a disturbingly low rate of graduating and those who identify as Indigenous suffer from even lower rates. Though SOS BC has a 100% high school graduation rate, the pandemic has created an onslaught of barriers that weigh on kids’ futures. Your help today can make certain this public health emergency does not leave a negative long term impact. We can keep kids on track and supported.... And when you choose to give, one of the best ways you can help is to become a monthly donor. This is your chance to help open the doors to a world of love for kids in need of warmth and kindness. Click the link above to make a donation!

Check out this video by SOS Children's Villages Canada. Every child has a right to quality care and protection #children #sosvillages #family

I have learnt that I do not need a biological mother or a father to succeed, says Hassan. All I need is support from someone who cares about me. My SOS family educated me, and showed me the success road to follow and that is why I am here today. " http://ow.ly/H3gd50CfSiO

"Overall, the number of children arriving to emergency departments declined by nearly 67 per cent compared to the previous year" https://www.richmond-news.com//hospital-er-visits-by-b-c-c

New Steveston window display. This weeks theme is : Timeless Rewind . . . .... #vancouverthrift #steveston #thrifting #retro See more

You can get your SOS Village BC mask with free shipping here: http://ow.ly/3MCX50BUPVg Masks are also being sold at our Steveston thrift store so come check us out! . . .... #maskshelp #covid19 See more

Check out this great online resource that hosts virtual workshops for youth and their caregivers. They cover a range of topics from substance abuse to content centered for Indigenous youth who Identify as Two-Spirit or LGBTQIA+ https://foundrybc.ca/virtual/youth-groups

Check out this brand new video: 'Stories from the Village', to hear directly from a youth in our program and a Village foster parent about how they've been dealing with the pandemic, and how our staff have been able to provide support, thanks to you, our donors. "It is always a top priority to be available to our kids 24/7. On the day of interviews, I saw Sheena speaking with Edward, one of our Village youth. They were engrossed in what looked like a heartfelt, socially dista...nced conversation. Sheena later revealed to me that....." Read the rest of the accompanying article 'WHEN HUGS ARE BARRED, OUR FAMILIAL CONNECTION KEEPS US STRONG' By Sarah Osifo, Communications & Development Assistant here: https://www.sosbc.org/wp-conte/uploads/2020//Fall-2020.pdf

"We need to relieve the stress on our health-care systems, or else people with all types of urgent care needs will suffer." Let's all stay safe https://www.cbc.ca//b-c-brings-in-sweeping-new-measures-to

"In 2017 the problems with child welfare in the province were so well-known that even the governing BC Liberals joined the Green party and NDP to promise improvements in child protection." http://ow.ly/Msyq50BSBJZ

"Youths in foster care, contracted residential agencies or with relatives through the extended family program are now allowed to stay in their placements past their 19th birthday until March 31, 2021." http://ow.ly/ho3T50BAlv5

Link: https://www.sosbc.org/wp-conte/uploads/2020//Fall-2020.pdf "After months of closures and loss of revenue, the SOS Children’s Village Thrift Stores are back up and running. Actually running is an understatement, the staff and volunteers have taken the COVID-19 bull by the horns..... " Check out our fall newsletter to read the rest of "THE RETURN OF THRIFTING + A CALL FOR HELP" By Shelina Jamani, Corporate Partnerships and Volunteer Recruitment

Link: https://www.sosbc.org/wp.../uploads/2020/10/Fall-2020.pdf "As the summer months rolled to a close within our communities, children and youth were hopeful about back to school being just around the corner. Many families underwent a tremendous amount of uncertainty anticipating the return to school and managing the ongoing impact of COVID-19. As challenging as it was for many, we want to take an opportunity to share the realities of foster parents and children in care during that time......." Read the rest of "YOU WROTE A HAPPY ENDING TO A BUMPY SCHOOL START" By Kistie Singh, Executive Director in our newsletter

We are living in a very uncertain and stressful Covid world, just like Alice lived in her Before World". Let’s be like Alice and leave all the unhappiness behind. Look through the looking glass and find a beautiful wonder. Come visit us from near and far at our Steveston thrift store and check out our scarecrow display! Vote for SOS Steveston thrift store for best scarecrow by liking our photo at this link: http://ow.ly/hfSV50BRzJ1

It truly lifts our spirits to see how much the community is coming together to support our kids. Thank you to the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community for the heartwarming back to school supply packages.

Link: http://ow.ly/gV4j50BRplO Have you purchased your mask yet? $1 from every mask will be donated to SOS Children's Village BC - Free Shipping! - Adjustable ear loops. ... *masks are non-medical and are not intended for medical use See more

How do you like to practice self-care? After a stressful day I love to go for a walk. Share your tips below! #Covidandkidsbc #youth

Wishing you all a lovely celebration

Thank you to our MLA Jinny Sims who donated backpacks and school supplies for the kids at the Village! What an awesome way to start the school year. We are so grateful.

"We must have the courage and conviction to act quickly and help our most vulnerable neighbours get off the street with safe housing and the wraparound services in place to stabilize their lives," said Stewart in a release Tuesday." https://www.cbc.ca//vancouver-homeless-announcement-30-m-1

How do you like to treat yourself after a long day of hard work? I like to watch TV with my roommates or curl up with a good book #CovidandKidsBC

October is International Mental Health Awareness month. Take a look at these statistics for children and youth, particularly those in care. With the on going pandemic crisis, SOS BC is tweaking our support and services to include mental health support for our community! #mentalhealthawarness #worldmentalhealthday

Check out our new blog post from SOS Children's Village BC executive director Kistie Singh! She discusses how our thrift stores have responded to COVID, how we differ from other thrift stores, and how we plan on supporting youth who have aged out of care during this difficult time. #thriftstores #thrifted #vancouver #richmond #steveston #kerrisdale https://www.sosbc.org/thrift-store-updates/

View: https://www.sosbc.org/wp-conte/uploads/2020//Fall-2020.pdf Grab your favorite autumn drink, get cozy and take a peek at our Fall newsletter! We bring you intimate stories from the village and describe how the community has really come together to support one another during these times. A big shout out to our amazing staff and volunteers! #fall #pumpkinspice #soschildrensvillages

This year, SOS Children's Village BC is encouraging our staff and communities to approach Thanksgiving in a decolonized manner. We want to acknowledge and respect the Indigenous land our village exits on by exploring food local to the region. #happythanksgiving #decolonization

#CovidandKidsBC; Our team at SOS Children's Village BC stays connected though phone calls and amusing zoom meetings ;)

" 'We still have very low rates of transmission in our community and that's a testament to how we have worked at controlling this in B.C.,' says Dr. Bonnie Henry, the Provincial Health Officer" http://ow.ly/Z9jl50BwUvb

#CovidandKidsBC We are all in this together!

https://www2.gov.bc.ca//youth-young-adults-response-to-cov

A big thank you to The Provincial Employees Community Services for their generous donation. The donations came from provincial government employees who chose to support SOS Children's Village BC for their 2019 annual campaign. Thank you all so much.

#covidandkidsBC #Covid19

"On Thursday, Premier John Horgan is expected to announce it will spend another $1.5 billion. Global BC reporter Richard Zussman has a look ahead at the provinces relief" priorities.http://ow.ly/osCq50BsWBP

A big thank you to Richmond Sentinel for the compelling feature. You beautifully captured the importance of the work we do at SOS Children's Village BC and for that we are grateful. http://ow.ly/A5ep50Brxud

Happy and safe shopping everyone!

SOS Children's Villages founder Herman Gmeinner started this foundation with the belief that every child deserves a loving parent, brothers & sisters and a supportive community. We strive everyday to make sure that these principles are reflective of our Village here in Surrey BC

BC has declared September community foundations Month. An opportunity to bring awareness to different community foundations that support non profits and charities like SOS Children's Village BC!

Caring communities help youth reconnect, feel safe, be heard and belong and ultimately give them the resilience they need to succeed. In #SurreyBC we have many ...organizations with programs focused on helping our youth. Help us build our annual granting for programs that support our youth. Give to the Surrey Youth Endowment Fund at https://www.surreycares.org/surrey-youth-endowment-fund Just a few organizations supporting youth in Surrey are Dan's Legacy, Surrey Crime Prevention Society, SuperChefs Cookery for Kids, SOS Children's Village BC - British Columbia, Backpack Buddies, YMCA of Greater Vancouver, Surrey Schools, and many more.

"Involuntary detention is permitted in Canada but unlike most of the country, British Columbia does not provide patients with legal representation, which the ombudsperson wants changed in the Mental Health Act." http://ow.ly/1SHa50Bnr9l

Our Steveston thrift store is now open on Sundays from 12 - 4pm! Come check us out :) #vancouver #thrifting #wearamask

"A group of Canadian medical and public health students have co-founded Translations for our Nations, which works to translate important information related to the COVID-19 pandemic into Indigenous languages" https://covidkindness.ca//new-initiative-facilitates-tran/

"Patients up to 19 years of age and their families will be able to access a range of care from the planned centre, from assessment, to examination and treatment. The centre will also provide education, training and research" http://ow.ly/a2zp50Bb7Fr

"The Innu Nation has filed a complaint with the Canadian Human Rights Commission alleging the federal government spends more money removing children from homes than keeping families together." http://ow.ly/dLea50B8Rn0

Spend one-on-one time with your kids! School shutdown is also a chance to make better relationships with our children and teenagers. One-on-One time is free & fun. It makes children feel loved & secure & shows they are important. #COVID19PARENTING tips: bit.ly/COVID19parenting

'There is a massive child-care crisis, and COVID-19 has just amplified what we already knew was a problem, Singh said, adding women are disproportionally affected by the negative effects of the pandemic.' http://ow.ly/4qNn50B7FuH

Our Steveston thrift store is having a 50% off sale starting today!! Store hours are from : Monday to Saturday: 11am - 3pm Sunday: Closed Hope to see you there!... . . . . . #thrifting #BC #vancouver See more

Would you like to volunteer with our Kerrisdale thrift store? Swipe to see why you would be the perfect fit! Link to apply: http://ow.ly/VPLa50B5Zl3

Keep positive! It's hard to feel positive when our kids driving you crazy. We often end up saying Stop doing that! But children are more likely to listen when we give them positive instructions & praise for what they do right. #COVID19PARENTING tips: bit.ly/COVID19parenting

Its difficult when you have the high needs children, children who need hand over hand care, assistance toileting, or have low growth in fine motor skills. Children who need full hands on support physical distancing is impossible. http://ow.ly/gGj250B3R6x

"While municipal leaders have shifted the blame to other levels of government. Its time to wake up and follow the lead of other similarly stressed cities. Its time to build tiny home encampments for homeless people." Might this aid at-risk youth? http://ow.ly/7hJY50B3Qut

Routine up! A structured day helps kids feel secure and makes it easier to manage them. Try making a timetable, with schoolwork, games, free time, exercise, and handwashing. Take charge of your days. #covid19parenting @WHO @CDCgov useful resources: http://ow.ly/udNN50B3OF5

Crowded house? Stressed out? Share your feelings. Take a break. Do something for yourself. Take care of yourself so you can take care of your children. You can do it! What is your favorite way to take a break? Resources: http://ow.ly/PcVe50B2GXZ #Covid-19parenting @WHO

- Poole says it's completely understandable for parents to be nervous about the school return, but her own experience of following public health's recommendations, as well as their own health and safety protocols, "has been working quite well for us." http://ow.ly/7S6r50B1G85

One of the values that keeps us strong at SOS Children's village BC is courage. The children and youth we serve embody this virtue remarkably. How have you or your loved ones practiced courage during these times?

You deserve praise. Looking after kids 24-7 during COVID-19 isnt easy. Remind yourself of what you did well today. Think about the good moments. You are a star!! useful resources: http://ow.ly/XYYg50B1Df5 #Covid19parenting

"I was a very busy person living in Vancouver, but when [the pandemic] happened, it made me really think about my family,' he said." What have you been doing to maintain good mental health? Lets share different ideas in the comments! http://ow.ly/DhzQ50AZG2b

Calling all youth on AYA #covidandkidsBC #mentalhealthsupport #covid19