Compassionate Parenting with Suzanne Vardy

05/31/2024

Foundry is excited to announce a new social and recreation group for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth ages 16-24.

Youth can sign-up using the QR code on the poster or emailing jamie.bradley@vch.ca

Be Here & Be Q***r:

Starting Monday, June 24th

For youth ages 16-24 who identify as a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community

Each week, youth will engage in a different social and/or recreational activity (may include art, baking, lawn games, community outings, etc.)

When: Every Monday, from 5:00-7:00PM (may change depending on the weekly activity – youth must register in advance so they can receive the details of the week’s activity ahead of time).

Location: Foundry North Shore or various locations in the community

03/28/2024

Spring Newsletter - with resources for online safety - https://mailchi.mp/compassionateparenting/spring-newsletter-with-resources-for-online-safety

01/30/2024

Music Jams:
• Every Monday from 6:00-7:00PM
• 6-week program: March 18 - April 29 (Not meeting April 1)
• Takes place at Foundry North Shore
• Clients work with music therapist Calista Switzer
• A fun, beginner-friendly group to jam with peers. All skill levels are welcome and instruments are provided
• Limited spots are available. Connect with your Foundry worker or text Jamie at 236 808 9305 to register

10/03/2023

Fall 🍂 Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/compassionateparenting/fall-newsletter World Mental Health Day October 10th 2023

09/24/2023

Hello Folks

We are looking for youth ages 12-24 that would like to be apart of our Youth Advisory Committee (YAC)

If you are interested, scan the QR code or click on the link on the comments.

Have a voice and support Youth on the North Shore

07/27/2023

Summer Newsletter ☀️ - https://mailchi.mp/compassionateparenting/summer-newsletter In this newsletter, tips for talking about climate change with children. It's a big topic and I've included some suggestions on how to listen so children feel heard and how to help them find hope.

06/29/2023

A free evening session on August 28th for parents and caregivers of students going into Grade 8. Presented by a Registered Clinical Counsellor.

Beginning high school is a time of change for students and parents alike. This workshop, with time for Q+A, provides families with the information they need to navigate this important transition with confidence.  Together, we will cover: academic expectations class schedules navigating new socia...

06/28/2023

Working with those involved with your child’s care can support what you’re already doing for your child’s well-being. Check out this section for more strategies to help empower you in this process.

This content was kindly developed in collaboration with the Caregiver Well-being Special Interest Group within the APA Division 54 (Society of Pediatric Psychology).

Check it out here!
https://buff.ly/3P5gmrm

06/17/2023

Social and emotional development (SED) is an important part of your child’s development and well-being. It is how your child learns the social and emotional skills that help them to thrive throughout their life.

In this section, you can learn more about:
◾ What SED is and why it’s important
◾ The connection between well-being and SED
◾ A framework for understanding SED skills
◾ How to recognize and support different stages of SED from infancy to your adulthood
◾ SED in other settings, like school

Check it out here!
https://buff.ly/3qHVX1v

06/14/2023

Summer is upon us which means GROUPS.

Check out this new group Darius is offering starting Monday, June 26.

If you are interested please email Darius at
Darius.lyon@vch.ca

We hope to see many of you there

06/08/2023

❗ NEW BLOG POST❗

This month we are highlighting the Breathr app to show that meditation, which is a type of mindfulness, can be fun, easy to try, and can have noticeable benefits for a person's overall health and well-being.

Check it out here!
https://buff.ly/3IKS1Da

04/26/2023

Ever heard of “neuroaesthetics”? Neither had I. It means how our brains respond to aesthetic and artistic experiences such as playing an instrument, going to the theatre, or reading a book. After reading the article below on “Your Brain on Art”, by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross, I’m curious to read the book and learn more!

A new book explores how making and appreciating art makes you happier and healthier.