This is a summary of the current groups. Please refer to the events calender for upcoming dates and times of groups.
North Vancouver
Foster Parent Morning Tea Group
Location: North Vancouver
When: Once a month
A social opportunity to meet other Foster Parent’s and children.Contact Jocelyn Barratt on 778-322-4387 if you are interested in coming.
Richmond
Coastal Foster Parent Community Kitchen
Location: Richmond, Garratt Wellness Center
When: Once a month, 9:30am-12:30pm
Join other caregivers in the kitchen! We make enough of everything for everyone to take home to their families! No cost and lots of fun to be had! Contact Lyndsay Sieger at 604.319.6171 to RSVP or for more information. Childminding available and FREE!
Vancouver
Memory Keeper (scrap booking morning Tea)
Location: Hollyburn Foster Support office
It is so important for each child/ young person in care to have memory book to look back on. These books can contain photos, drawings, report cards etc. A great opportunity for foster parent’s to be creative, share ideas, have a cup of tea and chat.
Contact: Jocelyn at 778-322-4387
The Gran’s Group
Location: Vancouver
When: Once a month
For all Grandparents raising their grandchildren – a social afternoon which includes lunch, activities, discussions, and support. Contact Myrt 604- 439-1971or [email protected] for further information.
Safe Babies
Location: 3284 E. Broadway, Vancouver
When: Last Thursday of every month.
A learning opportunity and support group for foster parent’s caring for babies in foster care.
Adolescent Caregiver Group
Location: 1177 West Broadway, 1st floor Boardroom Vancouver.
Everyone welcome to discuss issues related to adolescents and fostering. Adolescent Caregivers Group meets on the last Tuesday of every month in the main floor boardroom at 1177 W. Broadway, 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Contact: Holly Hutchinson at [email protected]