The Power of Positive Parenting Children of all ages need a safe, secure and loving environment to do well. Positive Parenting is an effective approach to raising children that is positive. It involves creating a family environment that is loving, supportive and predictable. Come hear some suggestions about how to use positive parenting in […]
Infant Development Consultant October 18
September 17, 2021 by
Do you have questions about your Child’s Growth and Development? Cindy Irwin, Infant Development Consultant from Queen Alexandra Centre for Children’s Health, will meet with us on Zoom! Monday, October 18, 11:00-12:00 p.m. To Register: Call 250-537-9176 familyplace@ssics.ca
Parent-Child Mother Goose Program
September 1, 2021 by
The Parent-Child Mother Goose Program is for parents, caregivers and children 0-6 yrs. to share in the pleasure and power of songs, rhymes and stories. Wednesday 11:00 – 12:00 on Zoom Sept. 15 – Dec. 1, 2021 Registration is open weekly 250-537-9176 You can register up until 10:00 a.m. each Wed!
Community Kitchen
September 1, 2021 by
For Families with Children 0-6 yrs. LETS COOK TOGETHER on ZOOM! Heallthy meals for you and your family Thursdays 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Sept. 23 – Oct. 27 or Nov. 4 – Dec.9 For Details and Registration Contact FAMILY PLACE 250-537-9176
Mothers Wellness Group
August 30, 2021 by
This group is for mothers with infants 0-2 years and focuses on fostering mothers’ wellness by creating resiliency and expanding community connections. Join us on Tuesdays for the opportunity to gather with other mothers, create connections and share experiences to promote Wellness. Our Agenda Nutrition Examine challenges surrounding nutrition and the importance of nutrition […]
Volunteer opportunities with Special Olympics BC – Salt Spring Island!
August 30, 2021 by
Special Olympics BC – Salt Spring Island is looking for volunteers to fill the positions of Local Coordinator and Program Coordinator on our Local Committee. We’re also looking for a head coach for the bocce program, as well as general program volunteers. Come join our joyful community for a life-changing experience helping empower people with […]
Family Place Prenatal Education
August 27, 2021 by
For the Third Trimester of Pregnancy 2 Consecutive Classes Sundays – 12:00- 4:00 Sept. 19 & 26 or Oct. 17 & 24 Call 250-537-9176 or familyplace@ssics.ca to register. Angela Flegel, International Childbirth Educator and Doula will be teaching the classes.
A Wheelchair Van for Vesuvius Home
August 25, 2021 by
Vesuvius Home is a licensed home facility for five special needs adults. What makes this facility so unique is that these five residents; Joanne, Terry, Chris, Dom and Amy, live as a family in a comfortable wheelchair-accessible house with 24-hour staff provided by Salt Spring Island Community Services (SSICS). Vesuvius Home is appealing for financial […]
Closure of THE WALL Indoor Recreational Climbing Facility
August 23, 2021 by
Salt Spring Island Community Services will be discontinuing the operation of THE WALL indoor recreational climbing facility at 268 Fulford-Ganges Road. THE WALL has been closed for over one year as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and will not be re-opening at its current site. The decision to close THE WALL was based on […]
