Ayás Mén̓men
Child & Family Services
Shewaynewas Family Program
Growing Together, Early Years, Child & Parent Supports
Shewaynewas Family Program Manager: Alice Baker
Phone: 604-985-7826
Cell: 778-233-3483
Email: Alice_Baker@squamish.net
Team Leader: Hailey Manalo
The Family Program improves the well-being of children aged 0-6, their families, and the community by offering holistic wellness through elements like balanced nutrition, physical activity, mindfulness practices, mental well-being, and nurturing relationships in a caring and supportive environment.
Our team organizes year-round programs aimed at helping parents acquire skills related to lifespan development, understanding family dynamics, recognizing developmental milestones, promoting health and nutrition, and providing opportunities to learn about Sḵwx̱wú7mesh language, culture, social and family traditions.
Programs include:
- es7á7tsiwen (Prenatal Program)
- sḵáḵel (Infant/Parent Education Program)
- s7íx̱walh (Toddler/Parent Education Program)
- Early Intervention Services
- Aboriginal Infant Development
- Aboriginal Supported Child Development
- Speech Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Psychological services/assessments
- Circle of Security Program
Nation Updates
Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw History Book For Sale
We are excited to announce that tiná7 cht ti temíxw (We Come From This Land) will be published in early January 2024! The book is intended to be a snapshot – a collection of some of the multi-faceted stories and histories that are held by the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People and a starting point for future conversations.
Squamish Strong Protocol Agreements Signed
As a part of the celebrations of the 100-year anniversary of the Amalgamation of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw, we are pleased to announce the Nation is signing a Wa Iyí̓m ta Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Protocol Agreement with the City of North Vancouver, District of Squamish, and the City of Vancouver respectively.
New Squamish Nation Residential Tenancy Regulations for Sen̓áḵw
Today, the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw announces that the protections in the British Columbia Residential Tenancy Act (BCRTA) will be in place for the Sen̓áḵw development and for future on-reserve housing developments.