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Benefits of Intergenerational Programming for Newcomer Seniors and Children

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In this blog post, guest writer Angel Monks summarizes information presented by Maureen Keelan and Jean Tinling in the webinar Promoting Intergenerational Volunteering - Benefits to Seniors and Preschool-Aged Children. They discuss the importance of intergenerational programming for seniors, newcomer seniors, and children and how it contributes to building a sense of community.   Seniors and …

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New at Families Canada! Online Learning Now Available for Family Support Practitioners

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We're so pleased to announce the new Families Canada Training Portal! Created to provide family support practitioners interested in building on, building up, or simply refreshing their knowledge, the training portal is the perfect opportunity to access exclusive content developed in partnership with experts.   Courses  Focused on providing trusted, science-backed learning opportunities, all courses are …

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How does getting the COVID-19 vaccine help protect me and my community?

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As members of communities across Canada, we want to help support and protect each other throughout the ongoing pandemic. Here are some ways in which getting vaccinated will help both you and your community stay protected against the virus.   Anyone who comes into close contact with someone who has COVID-19 is at risk of …

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How can I talk to parents and families about getting the COVID-19 vaccine?

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Are you having trouble talking to parents and families about getting the COVID-19 vaccine? Here are some tips for having those more difficult conversations.  Find common ground. Finding common ground can help start the discussion. For example, “We all want the same thing – to get back to doing the things we love. Getting your …

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