Spirit of the Children Society (SOTCS) 201- 768 Columbia Street, New Westminster, BC V3M 1B4 Tel: 604-524-9113 Fax: 604-524-9124 www.sotcs.ca

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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY ECD Hlúlú

DROP-IN

9:00am-

12:00pm

@St. Stephen’s

Church (Ends

Dec 16th)

WOMEN’S

SUPPORT

CIRCLE

Drop-In

6:00pm-

8:00pm

(Ends Dec 9th)

MEN’S

SUPPORT

CIRCLE

Drop-In

6:00pm-

8:00pm

(Ends Dec 9th)

FATHERHOOD &

MOTHERHOOD

IS SACRED

5:30pm- 8:00pm

(Ends Dec 11th)

SATURDAY FATHERHOOD &

MOTHERHOOD

IS SACRED

10:00am-

2:00pm

(Ends Dec 11th)

ECD Hlúlú

DROP-IN

9:00am- 12:00pm

@ Meadowbrook

Elementary (Ends Dec

18th)

TRADITIONAL

COMMUNITY

KITCHEN

4:00pm- 7:00pm

(Ends Dec 18th)

FATHERHOOD &

MOTHERHOOD IS

SACRED

5:30pm- 8:00pm

(Ends Dec 11th)

The office will be closed on Friday Dec

13th and from Monday December 23rd to Wednesday

January 1st

CIRCLE OF

SECURITY

Starts again in

January

ECD Hlúlú

DROP-IN

1:00pm- 4:00pm

@ SOTCS

(Ends Dec 12th)

Nurse Practitioner

Every Friday @ SOTCS

10:00am- 4:00pm

Call 604-283-3293

ext. 1 to make an

Appointment

ECD Hlúlú

DROP-IN

9:00am-

12:00pm

@ SOTCS

(Ends Dec

6th)

BEADING

9:30am-

11:30am

(Ends Dec

6th)

FASD

SUPPORT

GROUP

12:30pm-

2:30pm Last

group

Dec 6th

REGALIA

1:00pm-

4:00pm

(Ends Dec

6th)

Spirit of the Children Society Program Information: REGISTER IN PERSON - PROGRAMS FILL UP FAST & SPACE IS LIMITED

Please note: All Drop-in programs are open to the public. However, our Family Strengthening program, Abo-riginal Supported Child Development and Aboriginal Infant Development Program are restricted to children

and families residing within the New Westminster, Burnaby and Tri City areas.

EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS:

Family Drop-In Programs: Join us for our family Drop-in Programs for families with children from birth to 6 years old, both here at SOTCS and out in your community. We provide healthy snacks and circle time with songs and drumming as well as many toys and resources in a warm cultural environment. We focus on traditional teachings, such as the Medicine Wheel and the Seven Sacred Teachings. On Fridays we will also be transforming our play area into a place where children can move their bodies and work their gross motor skills. For more information contact Ashlee Cameron.

Burnaby: Mondays, 9:00am– 12:00pm @ Windsor Elementary School– 6166 Imperial St. Starting January 12th, 2015. Port Coquitlam: Wednesdays, 1:00pm- 4:00pm @ Simon Fraser Society For Community Living– 1551 Salisbury Ave & Coast Meridian Rd. Start-

ing January 14th, 2015. New Westminster: Thursdays, 1:00pm– 4:00pm @ Spirit Of The Children Society 201-768 Columbia Street. Starting January 15th, 2015. New Westminster, Fridays: 9:00am– 12:00pm @ Spirit Of The Children Society 201-768 Columbia Street. Starting January 16th, 2015.

Infant Massage Program: Thursdays @ SOTCS 1:00—2:00 pm. Infant massage is for parents and caregivers with infants who are in the pre-crawling stage and are of Aboriginal ancestry. Parent and caregivers will learn different massage strokes which will build on and strengthen their attachment and bonding with their infants through nurturing touch. For more information contact, Carly Quinlan. Starting January 29th, 2015

Traditional Regalia Making: Fridays @ SOTCS 1pm-4pm. (8 week program). For Aboriginal families with children birth - 6 years old. Make a tradi-tional regalia, shawl, ribbon shirt, button blanket or moccasins for yourself or your child and learn the meaning behind Powwows. For more information, contact Alana Anderson. Starting January 16th, 2015

Obin Ni’i Prenatal Program (Gitxsan for ―I am pregnant): Thursdays @ SOTCS 9:30am– 12:30pm. (8 week program) Any Aboriginal pregnant women can register at any point during her pregnancy. Soon to be mothers will learn about their pregnancy in a traditional and clinical way. For more information contact, Carly Quinlan. Starting January 29th, 2015

Protecting Our Children’s Spirit Program (POCS): Friday @ SOTCS 9:30am-12:30pm. (10 week program) Parents/caregivers with children birth to 6 years old will learn child development stages and parenting skills. Lessons are based on Medicine Wheel teachings and the Seven Sacred Teachings. Bus tickets, child minding, and meals (breakfast snack and light lunch) are provided. TAPP is a pre-requisite for POCS participants. For more information, contact Tara Hahn. Starting January 16th, 2015

FASD Parenting Support Group 12:30pm to 2:30pm. For Aboriginal parents, grandparents, and caregivers who are raising children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. For more information contact, Mary Gwynne. January 9th & 23rd.

Aboriginal Supported Child Development (ASCD): Aboriginal Supported Child Development Consultants support children who have extra support needs in childcare settings for Aboriginal families living in the Burnaby, New Westminster and Tri-cities area. Consultants support working families or those in school, to find licensed child care centers, assist with developmental assessments, support developmental goals and access resources. No diagno-ses required. Self-referrals accepted. For more information, contact Liz Wilson or Dolores Talavera.

Hasé Drop-in: Saturdays @ SOTCS 10:30am– 1:30pm. A program for Aboriginal children who require extra support. Professionals from BC Centre for Ability are on-site for consultation and support in the areas of Speech and Language, and Occupational therapy (such as eating and sleeping concerns). Caregivers can learn techniques, obtain resources and developmental activities. Snack, lunch and bus tickets are provided. Open to everyone; however, priority given to waitlist families. Starting January 10th, 2015.

Powwow Dancing Drop-in Program: Come out and learn different styles of powwow dancing, traditional and contemporary with traditional teachings, protocol and physical health. Teachers Carmen Littlejohn and Tyler Jacobs. Open to everyone. Location to be announced. For more information contact Carmen Littlejohn. Starting January 15th, 2015.

Beading Drop-in Program: Please come and join our traditional beading program at SOTCS and learn different styles of beading with Verl Ferguson.

For more information, contact Ashlee Cameron. Starting January 16th, 2015.

FAMILY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS:

WOMEN’S SUPPORT CIRCLE: Mondays from 4:00pm - 7:00pm @ SOTCS. For Aboriginal women to connect in a supportive social network; learn edu-cational topics along with cultural teachings. Drop-in, bus tickets, and snack provided. Program is on an ongoing basis. Starting January 12th 2014

ELDER’S TEA & BANNOCK CIRCLE: Tuesdays from 2:00 - 4:00pm @ SOTCS. All Elders welcome! Come in and drop by. For more information contact Joan Delorme. Next session begins January 13th 2014

WOMEN & MEN ‘TRADITIONAL ABORIGINAL PARENTS PROGRAM’ (T.A.P.P.): 3 days a week @ SOTCS. Men’s TAPP Monday, Tuesday & Wednes-day from 4:00—7:00pm. Women’s TAPP Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 9:30-2:00pm. Registration Required. This program is modeled around the Medicine Wheel. TAPP is a strength based model supporting individual & family development through educational teachings, sharing personal stories & learning traditional Aboriginal culture. Participants have the opportunity to receive one to one support. Bus tickets, child-minding & snacks provided. Accepting registrations. Men’s TAPP begins January 12 2015 and Women’s TAPP begins January 12 2015.

TRADITIONAL COMMUNITY KITCHEN: Wednesdays from 4:00pm - 7:00pm @ SOTCS. Facilitator will share traditional teachings associated with food preparation, recipes, and stories to promote health and nutrition. Participants will prepare meals to take home for their family to enjoy. For more information contact Karla Hahn. Next session begins January 14th 2014

FAMILY STRENGTHENING WORKERS (FSW): Registration Required. Provides a supportive environment to Aboriginal families experiencing life chal-lenges. Assists families in creating, or increasing, natural and extended family supports in the community and to assist families in developing specific strategies in dealing with family challenges. The FSW will support the Indigenous cultural spiritual beliefs and value systems of the families and will em-power families to effectively meet their needs.

INDIAN RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SURVIVORS SOCIETY: A Resolution Health Support Worker is available to provide frontline emotional support to eligi-ble former IRS students and their family members when and where required in all phases of the IRS Settlement Agreement, paying particular attention to those individuals in crisis. Available by appointment only every Monday from 9:30am-2:00pm.

YOUTH PROGRAMS:

‘ISKWEW’ GIRLS GROUP PROGRAM: Fridays from 4:00 - 6:30PM @ SOTCS (10 week program). Registration required. For youth 12-18 years old. The Program has cultural, social and recreational activities. For registration please contact Shanelle Bath. Next session begins January 16th 2015.

‘BAND OF BROTHERS’ BOYS PROGRAM: Wednesdays from 4:00 - 6:30PM @ SOTCS (10 week program). Registration required. For youth 12-18 years old. Weekly session include: cultural, physical, mental, educational and spiritual teachings. For registration please contact Chris Perez. Next session begins January 14 2015.

‘THE URBAN DRUM’ YOUTH PROGRAM: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:00 - 6:30pm @ SOTCS. For youth 13 to 19 years old. Youth focus on person-al development, cultural teachings, and creative expression. We provide a healthy and supportive environment where youth can be themselves and engage in fun-filled activities throughout the year. We provide meals and bus tickets. Come and check out the different activities we do each week. For more information please contact Chris Perez. Next session begins January 6 2015.

Website: www.sotcs.ca

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Spirit-of-the-Children-Society/

Let’s take this journey together. .

Spirit of the Children Society Program Information: REGISTER IN PERSON - PROGRAMS FILL UP FAST & SPACE IS LIMITED

Please note: All Drop-in programs are open to the public. However, our Family Strengthening program, Aboriginal Supported Child Development and Aboriginal Infant Development Program are restricted to children and families residing within the New Westminster, Burnaby and Tri City areas.

EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS:

Hlúlú Family Drop-In Programs: Join us for our family Drop-in Programs for families with children from birth to 6 years old, both here at SOTCS and out in your community. We provide healthy snacks and circle time with songs and drumming as well as many toys and resources in a warm cultural environment. We focus on traditional teachings, such as the Medicine Wheel and the Seven Sacred Teachings. On Fridays we will also be transforming our play area into a place where children can move their bodies and work their gross motor skills. For

more information contact Reception.

Mondays: 9:00am - 12:00pm, Burnaby @ St. Stephen’s Church (basement) 9887 Cameron St.

Wednesdays: 9:00am - 12:00pm, Coquitlam @ Meadowbrook Elementary 900 Sharpe St.

Thursdays: 1:00pm - 4:00pm, New Westminster @ Spirit of the Children Society 201-768 Columbia St.

Fridays: 9:00am - 12:00pm, New Westminster @ Spirit of the Children Society 201-768 Columbia St.

Aboriginal Infant Development Program (AIDP): Our Consultants promote bonding and healthy development. They provide parents with information about developmental stages and delays with their children aged 0-6 years old as well as cultural resources. Self-referrals accepted. For more information, please contact Reception. Infant Massage Program: Fridays @ Spirit of the Children Society 10:00am-11:00am (5 week program). Parents and caregivers with infants who are in the pre-crawling stage and are of Indigenous ancestry. Will be taught different massage strokes which will build on and strengthen their attachment and bonding with their infants through nurturing touch. For more information contact Maddy Reilly - Registration Required.

Circle of Security: Thursdays @ Spirit of the Children Society 9:30am-12:30pm (8 week program). This program is offered to parents and caregivers of Aboriginal children.

Caregivers will works towards gaining better understanding of their child’s emotional world by learning to read emotional needs, support their child’s ability to successfully manage emo-

tions, enhance the development of their child's self-esteem, and honor the innate wisdom and desire for their child to be secure. Registration Required.

Obin Ni’I Prenatal Program: (Gitxsan for - I am pregnant) Thursdays @ Spirit of the Children Society 9:30am-12:30pm (8 week program). Any Indigenous pregnant women can register at any point during her pregnancy. Soon to be mother’s will learn about their pregnancy in a traditional and clinical way. Registration Required.

Traditional Regalia Making: Fridays @ Spirit of the Children Society 1:00pm-4:00pm (8 week program). For Indigenous families with children birth - 6 years old. Make a

traditional regalia, shawl, ribbon shirt, button blanket or moccasins for yourself or your child and learn the meaning behind Powwows. Registration Required.

FASD Parenting Support Group: Meets on the first and third Friday of each month @ Spirit of the Children Society 12:30pm-2:30pm. For Indigenous parents, grandparents, and caregivers who are raising children with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. For more information, please contact Reception. Aboriginal Supported Child Development (ASCD): Consultants support children who have extra needs in childcare settings for Indigenous families living in the Burnaby, New Westmin-ster and Tri-cities area. Consultants support working families or those children in school, to find licensed child care centers, assist with, supporting developmental goals and other resources, such as developmental assessments. With no diagnoses are required. Self-referrals accepted. For more information, please contact Reception.

FAMILY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS:

Fatherhood & Motherhood is Sacred: Tuesdays, Wednesdays @ Spirit of the Children Society 5:30pm-8:00pm (Saturdays 10:00am-2:00pm). This program is offered to both fathers

and mothers (co-ed). The program focuses on strengthening, motivating and inspiring parents to dedicate their best efforts in teaching and raising children to develop their fullest poten-

tial and attributes required for success in life, for both parents and children. Bus tickets, childminding, and meals provided. Registration Required. Family Strengthening Workers (FSW): Provides a supportive environment to Indigenous families experiencing life challenges. They assist families in creating, or increasing, natural and extended family supports in the community and to assist families in developing specific strategies in dealing with family challenges. The FSW will support the Indigenous cultural spiritual beliefs and value systems of the families and will empower families to effectively meet their needs. Registration Required. Men’s Support Circle: Mondays @ Spirit of the Children Society 5:00pm-8:00pm. Provides support for fathers to learn more about Indigenous culture and healthy parenting skills. Drop-in, bus tickets, and snack provided. Registration Required. Women’s Support Circle: Mondays @ Spirit of the Children Society 5:00pm-8:00pm. For Indigenous women to connect in a supportive social network; learn educational topics along with cultural teachings. Drop-in, bus tickets, and snack provided. Registration Required. Traditional Community Kitchen: Wednesdays from 4:00pm-7:00pm @ Spirit of the Children Society (apart from last Wednesday of the month). Facilitator will share traditional teachings associated with food preparation, recipes, and stories to promote health and nutrition. Participants will prepare meals to take home for their family to enjoy. Registration Required.

Family Nurse Practitioner: Friday from 10:00am-4:00pm @ Spirit of the Children Society. Walk-Ins Welcome. Call FRAFCA Clinic to make an appointment, 604-283-3293 ext.1. Sarah Jane Crossen, MN-NP(F).

HOUSING SUPPORT PROGRAMS:

Family Housing Support Program: Walk-In and Appointment Based only: We assist families in homelessness prevention and help with goal planning. Appointments available Monday - Friday 9:00am-4:00pm (except Tuesdays). For more information, please contact Ed Lam. Housing First Youth Program: Walk-In and Appointment Based only: This program supports Youth who are episodically and chronically homeless with priority given to Youth ageing out of care. Appointments available Monday - Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm (except Tuesdays). For more information, please contact Ed Lam.

YOUTH PROGRAMS: Our Youth Hub is located @ 2664 Kingsway Ave, Port Coquitlam. (Please see our youth brochure for additional programs being offered)

Youth Program Drop-In: Mon & Wed 5:00pm-8:00pm. Free shuttle from New West location available upon request. For any youth 13-18 years old. Youth focus on personal develop-ment, Cultural teachings, and creative expression. We provide a healthy and supportive environment where youth can be themselves. We provide meals and bus tickets. Come and check out the different activities we do each week. Registration is ongoing and runs all year. Iskwew Girls Group: Tuesdays 5:00pm-8:00pm for girls ages 10-15. Free shuttle from the New West location available upon request. This group is just for girls. SOTCS will offer a caring and empowering setting where they can learn their Culture in a fun and insightful way. Registration is ongoing and runs all year. Tweenies Group: Thursdays 4:00pm-7:00pm for Youth ages 7-12. Free shuttle from local schools and our New West location (available upon request). Since this age has just transi-tioned out of early childhood, we will be working with different aspects of youth development with the main focus on building a strong sense of Belonging. Our indigenous perspectives and medicine wheel teaching will be intertwined throughout all programing. Registration is ongoing and runs all year.

Youth Enhancement Program: On-going 1:1 Outreach support for Children/Youth that are in care, out of care, and are at risk of coming into care of the Ministry of Children and Family Development. This enhancement program will assist the children/youth from the ages 7 to 12 (tweenies) and 13 to 19 (youth) with culturally appropriate Rites of Passage for when they transition out of care. To engage and empower our future leaders. Registration is ongoing and runs all year. SOGI Group: Fridays 5:00pm-8:00pm for All Ages. Sexual Orientation Gender Identification support group and circle. Our goal is to include and celebrate diversity. Open to all Youth.

Registration is ongoing and runs all year.

*Additional youth drop-ins are being planned for every night of the week (Monday to Friday), each one unique and exciting. For more information, please contact Ernie Cardinal, 778-903-1002. Website: www.sotcs.ca http://www.facebook.com/pages/Spirit-of-the-Children Society/ Let’ s take this journey together.