CAREGIVER KNOWLEDGE & TRAINING RESOURCES
Training & Resources
Please access these sites for valuable knowledge and training resources to support you as a Caregiver.
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The BC Federation of Foster Parent Associations (BCFFPA) is a provincial organization run by foster parents. It supports foster families in their work as caregivers and advocates for quality service for children in care.
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PRIDE Caregiver Training
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http://bcfosterparents.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Caregiver_training_approach_memo.pdf
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The BCFFPA has about 70 local associations across British Columbia. They provide education and training, organize social activities for foster families, support them with ‘buddy systems’ and self-help groups, and work in partnership with organizations on special programs or projects. The BCFFPA operates the Fosterline 1 800 663-9999.
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Indigenous Perspectives Society
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IPS plays an integral role in training Delegated Aboriginal Agency Social Workers and Caregivers in the most leading edge and culturally anchored practices in providing Child Welfare and Caregiver Services.
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Federation of Aboriginal Foster Parents
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The FAFP is a non-profit organization run by and for aboriginal foster parents throughout British Columbia. They work in partnership with the BC Federation of Foster Parents Associations to support aboriginal parents – and non-aboriginal people caring for aboriginal children – in ways that respect aboriginal culture and tradition.
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Where you will find stories from real caregivers, information on caring for Aboriginal children and youth, high level information on becoming a foster caregiver and a myth busting quiz that aims to educate the public on what it means to be a caregiver and a child or youth in care.
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Additional Resources
Sites with Aboriginal foster care, content and issues.
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Sites specific to Foster Care in general
http://www.canadianfosterfamilyassociation.ca
http://www.fosterparents.com
http://www.fosterhub.ca
