FCSSAA - Family & Community Support Services Association of Alberta

Join us today at 1 pm for a short webinar about the new Community Impact advocacy microsite. FCSS Directors (and FCSSAA Board Members) Tara Gilchrist (Canmore FCSS) and Lynn Smid (St. Paul Regional FCSS) will be answering questions, and we will provide a sneak peak of the front end of the tool before it goes live 👀. Register here for this interactive session: https://bit.ly/4eD44Ap #FCSS #FCSSAA #fcssStrongerTogether #CommunityImpact #MakingAnImpact

The 2024 FCSSAA Conference is SOLD OUT! Thank you everyone for registering early. We're looking forward to seeing you all in November 😀 If you missed registering, please still complete the online registration to be added to the wait list for cancellations. https://bit.ly/4dMVspF #FCSS #FCSSAA #fcssStrongerTogether #FCSSAAconference #PivotChange

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! May your blessings be many, your table full and your heart overflowing today. Wishing everyone a safe and healthy long weekend. #Thanksgiving #TurkeyDay #PumpkinPie #FCSS #FCSSAA #fcssStrongerTogether

In recognition of Foster and Kinship Caregiver Month (October): Minister of Children and Family Services, Searle Turton, is honouring foster and kinship caregivers. From Government of Alberta https://bit.ly/3XY2D8m #FCSS #FCSSAA #fcssStrongerTogether

We're almost sold out! Don't wait if you still need to register. Make sure you get your registration in before October 14 so you can bee-bop the night away with us 🎶 Additional tickets for Jubilations can also be purchased for $80/each until October 14. We're looking forward to this PIVOT-ing good time! For more details and to register, visit: https://bit.ly/4d3B5Em #FCSS #FCSSAA #fcssStrongerTogether #PivotChange #FCSSAAconference

World Mental Health Day is a global campaign that aims to recognize and spotlight mental health around the world, raising awareness of mental health issues and encouraging efforts to support those experiencing mental health issues. World Mental Health Day's 2024 official theme is "It is Time to Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace." Good mental health is vital to our overall health and well-being. Yet one in eight people globally are living with mental health conditions, which can impact their physical health, their well-being, how they connect with others and their livelihoods. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3F3FUPc #WMHD #FCSS #FCCSSAA #fcssStrongerTogether

Reminder! If you need to cancel your room at the Fantasyland Hotel, cancellations must be made by October 15, 2024, or you will be charged for one night’s stay (per room).  More information is available on our event site: https://bit.ly/3BxQWxL #FCSSAA #FCSS #fcssStrongerTogether #PivotChange #FCSSAAconference

The second session of RDN's virtual speaker series featuring diverse Indigenous and newcomer speakers who are sharing their personal stories, insights and cultural experiences, highlighting the strength and resiliency of Indigenous Peoples and newcomers to Canada is next week. These unique virtual sessions are open to everyone: October 15 @ 1 - 3pm MT: BIPOC Foundation October 28 @ 1 - 3pm MT: TBA November 13 @ 10am - 12pm MT: TBA Register here: https://bit.ly/3Xxxskh This series will create a safe space in both social and professional networks to promote more inclusive thinking, acceptance and intercultural connections. #FCSS #FCSSAA #fcssStrongerTogerther #ICEBREAK #SpeakerSeries

Upcoming Webinar: Fire Prevention Week – Fire and Life Safety for Seniors On October 9, 2024, join Phil Rowe, Assistant Fire Commissioner and representatives from Alberta Emergency Management Agency and Caregivers Alberta for an informative session on how to prevent fires, plan for emergencies, and keep older adults and seniors safe in their homes and communities. This session is being offered In recognition of Fire Prevention Week - October 6-12. For more information or to register, visit: https://bit.ly/4gRfeDb #FCSS #FCSSAA #fcssStrongerTogether #FirePreventionWeek

FCSSAA President Nominations: Deadline for President Nominations is 11:59 pm on October 31. The term for the position is one year, November 2024 - November 2025. The President will be elected at the FCSSAA AGM on November 15, 2024. Download the President Nomination Package (https://bit.ly/4bLX55R).  Email nominations to director@fcssaa.org. All nominations received will be shared with the Membership prior to the AGM. #FCSSAA #FCSS #AGM2024