March 2nd

Good Morning

v  We are officially in phase 2 of the Covid-19 immunization plan! Attached is a handy chart showing who is included in the 4 phases and corresponding dates for immunizations. In phase two seniors in supportive housing, home care clients and staff, Indigenous folk 65 years old + and seniors 80 years old + are scheduled to be immunized in March and early April. Check out this link on how to schedule appointments for your senior folks for phase 2.

v  The Social Emotional Development in the early years (SED) from Child Health BC has began a public messaging campaign and I would like to share some of their wonderful information. Social and emotional development is critical in the early years (birth to 6 years old). Building the capacity to form close relationships, experiencing, managing and expressing a full range of emotions and exploring and learning about their environments leads to healthy brain development, success in school, increased community involvement and success in future employment. What can we do as parents and caregivers?

o   BE PRESENT NOT PERFECT. A child’s healthy development starts with a loving, trusted, responsive caregiver. Every child needs a trusting relationship with at least one dependable adult in their lives, so they can grow and develop in a healthy way as family and community members, friends, thinkers, and discover their connections to the natural environment. You don’t have to be a childcare expert – just being present to provide love, safety, security, joy, and paying attention to them is enough.

Enjoy the rest of your Tuesday!

Anita

Anita Olson (she/her) ECE, BA, MEd

Early Childhood Community Consultant

T 604 525 9144

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