MFCI is happy to share that there will be 2 Virtual ‘Being With’ gatherings for caregivers of children with FASD offered in May 2020.
As a parent of a child with FASD myself, I often long to make connections with others who have that inner knowing of what life is like when an FASD diagnosis is part of daily living.
Very similar to a ‘sharing circle’ or ‘holding space’, our ‘being with’ gathering is about being fully present and authentic with each other. We will have the opportunity to talk about our situations, frustrations, joys, disappointments, and successes without judgement or expectations. Through this sharing exercise, we can purge our emotions in a safe and understanding environment and rejuvenate our well-being.
– Lisa Balcaen, caregiver
Format: Maximum of 10 people; one person at a time will take turns speaking; NO pressure – participants are welcome to choose to only listen; there are no right or wrong ways to express yourself
Who: Caregivers of children with FASD (any age, including adult children)
When:
o Session 1: Thursday May 7, 2020 from 7pm – 8pm (Central time)
o Session 2: Thursday May 21, 2020 from 7pm – 8pm (Central time)
o You may register for only one session or both
Where: Virtual on Zoom (I will send you a link once you have registered)
Cost: Free (during COVID social distancing protocols)
PLEASE REGISTER by emailing Lisa at earthchildinc@gmail.com
Please indicate: Session #, Name of participants, ages of children in your care, and confirm the email address you would like the Zoom link sent to
NOTE: The ‘being with’ group is not intended as a space for advice or sharing strategies, rather, for supporting the psychological warfare associated with living in a family with FASD. If FASD education, resource, or strategy support is what you are looking for, please schedule a one to one consulting appointment with me and we can work together through your specific goals. (consulting fees are $75 per hour; however, if this doesn’t fit your budget, please talk with me about what might work better for you at this time. Only virtual services or social distancing outdoor in person in Lorette, MB are currently available.)
Also NOTE: The views and opinions expressed within the caregiver session are those of the attendees and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Manitoba FASD Coalition Inc.
Posted: June 16, 2020 by Shannon Foster
Introducing Manitoba Possible!
In 2020, Manitoba Possible, formerly the Society for Manitobans with Disabilities – marks 70 years providing a diverse array of programs and services across the province.
70 years is a long time, and they want to mark the occasion by bringing accessibility and inclusion to mind for all Manitobans!
In honour of their anniversary, they’re launching the 70 Ways to Make Manitoba Possible social media challenge on June 16th, and asking for your help in spreading the word and participating in the challenge.
What is the 70 Ways challenge?
To celebrate 70 years, we’re asking Manitobans to come up with 70 Ways to Make Manitoba Possible – What does “Make Manitoba Possible” mean? We believe in an inclusive and accessible society, and we want you to share ways Manitoba can be inclusive and accessible for everyone.
We can all do that by thinking about and removing barriers like:
There are lots of possibilities! Get creative or think simple! Share your ideas with us and then let’s make it possible!
When Manitoba reopens this summer, let’s make sure it reopens for everyone.
To Share Your Ideas with Manitobans:
Camera shy? You can still participate by:
We’ve announced the challenge with a video on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn – please take a look!
We can’t wait to share all of the ideas with Manitoba next week!
What are we inviting YOU to do?
Are you in?
Thanks so much for helping to Make Manitoba Possible!
Last Updated: May 27, 2020 by MB FASD Coalition
Building Circles of Support – Week 8
Welcome to Week 8 of the creative substitute for Building Circles of Support. This will be the final session of this series and the topic this week is “Learning the Dance: Celebrating FASD”
Last Updated: May 11, 2020 by Shannon Foster
Building Circles of Support – Week 7
Welcome to Week 7 of the creative substitute for “Building Circles of Support”! Check out this weeks edition for great information and strategies for parents, children and youth on FASD and Managing Behaviours. Once again brought to you by the Manitoba FASD Centre and FASD Network.
Last Updated: April 30, 2020 by Shannon Foster
Virtual ‘Being With’ Gatherings are being offered to Caregivers of Children with FASD
MFCI is happy to share that there will be 2 Virtual ‘Being With’ gatherings for caregivers of children with FASD offered in May 2020.
As a parent of a child with FASD myself, I often long to make connections with others who have that inner knowing of what life is like when an FASD diagnosis is part of daily living.
Very similar to a ‘sharing circle’ or ‘holding space’, our ‘being with’ gathering is about being fully present and authentic with each other. We will have the opportunity to talk about our situations, frustrations, joys, disappointments, and successes without judgement or expectations. Through this sharing exercise, we can purge our emotions in a safe and understanding environment and rejuvenate our well-being.
– Lisa Balcaen, caregiver
Format: Maximum of 10 people; one person at a time will take turns speaking; NO pressure – participants are welcome to choose to only listen; there are no right or wrong ways to express yourself
Who: Caregivers of children with FASD (any age, including adult children)
When:
o Session 1: Thursday May 7, 2020 from 7pm – 8pm (Central time)
o Session 2: Thursday May 21, 2020 from 7pm – 8pm (Central time)
o You may register for only one session or both
Where: Virtual on Zoom (I will send you a link once you have registered)
Cost: Free (during COVID social distancing protocols)
PLEASE REGISTER by emailing Lisa at earthchildinc@gmail.com
Please indicate: Session #, Name of participants, ages of children in your care, and confirm the email address you would like the Zoom link sent to
NOTE: The ‘being with’ group is not intended as a space for advice or sharing strategies, rather, for supporting the psychological warfare associated with living in a family with FASD. If FASD education, resource, or strategy support is what you are looking for, please schedule a one to one consulting appointment with me and we can work together through your specific goals. (consulting fees are $75 per hour; however, if this doesn’t fit your budget, please talk with me about what might work better for you at this time. Only virtual services or social distancing outdoor in person in Lorette, MB are currently available.)
Also NOTE: The views and opinions expressed within the caregiver session are those of the attendees and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Manitoba FASD Coalition Inc.
Last Updated: May 6, 2020 by Shannon Foster
It is with heavy hearts…
It is with heavy hearts that we acknowledge the passing of Elder, Velma Orvis, who passed away April 24th, 2020.
With Thanks and Gratitude
Elder Velma Orvis will be fondly remembered for her kindness, gentle spirit of collaboration and unwavering respect for everyone she met. Velma was the first Elder the members of the provincial Looking After Each Other project, an initiative of the MB FASD Coalition, engaged with in 2014/15 as they began working on a project to raise the dignity of all those impacted by FASD. Velma was there every step of the way emulating dignity through her words of encouragement, personable stories, humor and meaningful teachings.
Elder Velma Orvis leading the group in their naming ceremony.
Velma will be greatly missed by all those who had the pleasure of getting to know her. Her obituary can be accessed at https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/velma-orvis-elder-dies-winnipeg-1.5545785
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