Hey everyone, there is a free webinar/workshop being offered by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) on June 2nd about the importance of practicing self-care as a caregiver – check it out and pass it on!
Free webinar TODAY: Community Living in Isolation
Hey everyone, there is a free webinar later today called “Community Living in Isolation: Responding to COVID-19.” You can check out details and register here.
This webinar is presented in partnership with CLBC and the BC Non-Profit Housing Association (BCNPHA). Panelists will be considering what Community Living looks like in a pandemic, when access to community is limited, and also discussing how the Community Living and housing sectors are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Free online training with posAbilities: LINK! Safety, Relationships, Sexuality
Hey everyone, posAbilities is offering free Zoom-hosted online sessions called LINK! Safety, Relationships, Sexuality from June 2 to July 2.
Along with two mandatory sessions for all participants, sessions available include:
- Different Types of Touch and Trusted People
- Self-Care
- Gender and Identity
- Relationships and Decision Making
- Online Safety and Pornography
- Dating and Break-Ups
- Thinking about Sex (Determining “Readiness”, Types of Sexual Activity)
- Safer Sex (STIs and Contraception)
Check out their poster (PDF link below) for more information and details on how to register!
Coping….
Hi Everyone:
Sue C (one of our team in the Kootenays – thanks Sue!) passed along this resource opportunity for anyone who’s experiencing anxiety with regard to this set of circumstances that we’re all going through. If you know anyone who is struggling, this might be a great opportunity. It’s free and online so most people should be able to participate.
Stay safe!
OKANAGAN: Lunch and learn!
Hey everyone, join Becky from posAbilities in Kelowna or Penticton this April for a lunch and learn discussion about Navigating Restrictive and Prohibitive Practices in a Home-Share Setting. Details below!
MANDT Training!
Hey everyone, there is a MANDT training opportunity coming up in Castlegar on March 12th. Check it out – sign up by March 5th.
WK: First Aid in Fruitvale
Hey everyone, there is a First Aid course coming up in April in Fruitvale – check out the information here:
FREE: Workshops & Webinars
Hey all, COPCS has sent around a few links to upcoming free workshops
offered by Alzheimer Society of BC. There are webinars available as well! Check out the regional links below.
You can also sign up to receive their First Link Bulletin by email: info@alzheimerbc.org
CRESTON & CRANBROOK: MANDT training coming up!
Hi everyone, we have MANDT courses coming up for home share providers in Cranbrook and Creston – check out the dates and let Mike know if you’re able to attend!
Plan Institute training – Webinars!
Plan Institute has upcoming training opportunities online in these topics:
- Personal Support Network Facilitation (online course)
- Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning (webinar)
- Registered Disability Savings Plan (webinar)
Plan Institute adds new events and dates to their website, check it out here. You can also sign up for their newsletter! They will notify you of upcoming events.
