{"id":166,"date":"2020-05-07T11:06:11","date_gmt":"2020-05-07T18:06:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/?p=166"},"modified":"2020-11-16T17:00:31","modified_gmt":"2020-11-17T01:00:31","slug":"family-services-of-greater-vancouver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/2020\/05\/07\/family-services-of-greater-vancouver\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Services of Greater Vancouver"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f <img src=\"https:\/\/attachments.office.net\/owa\/Roz.Duchesneau%40burnabyschools.ca\/service.svc\/s\/GetAttachmentThumbnail?id=AAMkADg5OWRlMmQ0LTUyMjgtNDIxNC05NWY0LTEwYmNiNzExZGIyOABGAAAAAAC3H857%2Fh48Qqlyfs%2BIXwoVBwBMJ40zb6SRTJwvqfJSVsUXAAAAAAENAAC3I1kDUCLITo9c71dQeEAfAAGGunfGAAABEgAQALwOcY535kFPuPaEyM1P5g8%3D&amp;thumbnailType=2&amp;owa=outlook.office.com&amp;scriptVer=2020042702.14&amp;X-OWA-CANARY=pZPkY6yuike6JhfxOptTVPCwbA2w8tcYvQc4lAL9EU2JD5BqD66QyXFs4nolYhZopp6f2Wz65iE.&amp;token=eyJhbGciOiJSUzI1NiIsImtpZCI6IjU2MzU4ODUyMzRCOTI1MkRERTAwNTc2NkQ5RDlGMjc2NTY1RjYzRTIiLCJ4NXQiOiJWaldJVWpTNUpTM2VBRmRtMmRueWRsWmZZLUkiLCJ0eXAiOiJKV1QifQ.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.jEP5v6Uz5EJl3gSo39WFLVYGkRUAI8U10R0aNPZdqSRAI0lx9V_P1r0A5IKBSlw_EctGpdd5CnqN1QrCMM13Lhz0la-T6D8b8CDHOFmiiwcXVYaHpnApuOICp2l_zAt0dwCXxOdhv61ntf77y7rpNlbu6v-pqdLefjZHiZxYQcl2rj5hLHQTZmt1nh49IjrBRiXv1cs8eLNp2csCuEuNqAg6y4Wodetqyvs0faXV8frzVLiREv19WlU1_sBsC7SX_QFU2N_WZCV8qu4oIzpehRBngn-9yBg8NSko22A96d5KG2LwFviAEd3LfChikYaHuGZGebfzCmmVNfwcTNZaUQ&amp;animation=true\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p>FAMILY SERVICES OF GREATER VANCOUVER AND BURNABY FAMILY LIFE<\/p>\n<p>Offers lots of support to families. Many of you will remember Anita Olson, the Early childhood consultant that would come in to visit us at strongstart. She is currently offering zoom sessions. If any of you are interested in having a virtual coffee with her and I please let me know and we can schedule something. If you would rather meet her more privately her contact information and website information is as follows:<\/p>\n<p>Anita Olson (she\/her) ECE, BA, MEd<\/p>\n<p>Early Childhood Community Consultant<\/p>\n<p>T 604 525 9144<\/p>\n<p>M 604 723 9548<\/p>\n<p>3rd Floor \u2013 321 Sixth Street, New Westminster BC V3L 3A7<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">RESOURCE NEWSLETTER<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span> T<b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ips on how to talk to our kids about covid-19 <\/span><\/b>Poster click <a href=\"https:\/\/sd41-my.sharepoint.com\/:b:\/g\/personal\/e15573_burnabyschools_ca\/ESxfHMi8j1VMqVC5LJnnAYQB-F4HB137Qhen_HuFui1SIA?e=KkeE0R\">Here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I hope everyone is doing well. Today I have attached a little poster from Fraser Health giving <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">tips on how to talk to our kids about covid-19<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0\u2013 the seven tip are below but take a look at the poster for more of a description.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>1. Don\u2019t be afraid to talk about it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">2. Be age-appropriate.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">3. Follow their lead.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">4. Check yourself.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">5. Focus on actions you can take.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">6. Stick to a routine.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">7. Keep talking.<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Psychology Foundation of Canada offers an interactive stress management tool on their website. This tailored tool takes your personal stressors and links strategies to help construct a plan to combat your stress. Check it out here\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stressstrategies.ca\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">https:\/\/www.stressstrategies.ca\/<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0if this sounds helpful for you or pass it along if you know someone you think it may help!\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I\u2019ve already been thinking about the weather this weekend is suppose to bring \u2013 and I bet some of you are as well. Here\u2019s an idea to ready for some excellent weather \u2013\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">kite making<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">! This site\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesprucecrafts.com\/kite-crafts-for-kids-4126872\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">https:\/\/www.thesprucecrafts.com\/kite-crafts-for-kids-4126872<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0has different home-made kite models from classic diamond shapes, paper plates and even plastic bags! For little kids, flying a kite usually requires a lot of running room, so find a wide open space for them to run wild with the wind. \u202f<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Burnaby Family Life is hosting a virtual parenting group for fathers, starting today! Check out the description below and sign up for the first session at 6pm this evening.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fatherhood, a journey:<\/span><\/i><\/b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0A virtual group for fathers with an opportunity to connect with other fathers and also to learn about raising children in today\u2019s world. Topics include modern parenting techniques, how to notice and provide encouragement, modeling affection through communication, and age-appropriate expectations. We will also look at some effective strategies for positive discipline and communication. Other topics may be included to meet the specific needs of the attending fathers.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This 8 session group will be led by Roland Boutin, MA, CCC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When: May 6, 2020 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Register in advance for this meeting:<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tZwpdO6hqjwjH9dOb7WvCWp3hlvZA5KCTKnm\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/tZwpdO6hqjwjH9dOb7WvCWp3hlvZA5KCTKnm<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Have a wonderful day!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Best to you and yours,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Anita\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Anita Olson<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0(she\/her) ECE, BA, MEd<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Early Childhood Community Consultant<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">T 604 525 9144<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">M 604 723 9548<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">rd<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Floor \u2013 321 Sixth Street, New Westminster BC V3L 3A7<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.fsgv.ca\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">www.fsgv.ca<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u202f FAMILY SERVICES OF GREATER VANCOUVER AND BURNABY FAMILY LIFE Offers lots of support to families. Many of you will remember Anita Olson, the Early childhood consultant that would come in to visit us at strongstart. She is currently offering zoom sessions. If any of you are interested in having a virtual coffee with her [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10009,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[6],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/166"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10009"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=166"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/166\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":169,"href":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/166\/revisions\/169"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=166"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=166"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sd41blogs.ca\/forestgrove-strongstart\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=166"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}