Calling all aunties, uncles, and grandparents to become a part of our mén̓men (children) support network. Join the Ayás Mén̓men (Child & Family Services) resident Elders and resource team to learn more about being a caregiver in our community.
Attend the upcoming Community Caregiver information session:
Date: Tuesday, May 13
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: Ayás Mén̓men Building, Unit 2, 380 Welch Street, West Vancouver
All community members are welcome to attend and share a meal with us. No pre-registration required.
If you have any questions, please email: AyasMenmen_Reception@squamish.net.
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We need Sḵwx̱wú7mesh community members to step forward to support our families, mén̓men and youth. Community caregivers provide a safe and supportive environment to our Sḵwx̱wú7mesh mén̓men and seḵw’í7tel (relatives) when they need us. We are looking for community caregivers both for short-term support and long-term care of our children.
What is a community caregiver?
Community caregivers provide a safe and supportive environment to our Sḵwx̱wú7mesh mén̓men (children) and seḵw’í7tel (relatives) when they need us.
Community caregivers can be:
- Sḵwx̱wú7mesh people
- Community members
- Individuals connected to the community and have a relationship with a child or youth.
What kind of support can a caregiver provide?
Short-term Support/ Emergency Placement
A caregiver can provide short-term support and are responsible for taking care of a child or youth on a weekend or for a few days. This will give the elhtách (parents), family, and other caregivers the necessary support in moments of need.
Long-term Care
A caregiver can provide long-term care and are responsible for the parental duties for a child or youth including ensuring their needs are met (supervision, food, home, clothing, etc.), providing a safe environment and ensuring a child spends time with their family.
How do I become a caregiver?
- Contact Ayás Mén̓men (Child & Family Services) and ask to speak with the resource social worker.
- You will be asked to complete an application package.
- Training is provided.
- We will conduct a home study with you and your family.
- You can specify if you would like to offer short-term support or provide long-term care to Sḵwx̱wú7mesh children and youth.
Training and support are major parts of being a caregiver. There are cultural support workers and resource social workers available to support the family, children and you.
Ayás Mén̓men (Child & Family Services)
Phone: 604-985-4111