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
Sen̓áḵw Updates
More Sḵwx̱wú7mesh People will be able to once again call Sen̓áḵw home when Tower Two opens its doors to residents this fall.
Squamish Nation Ticket Lottery
The Squamish Nation ticket lottery is open from August 28 to October 5, 2026.
The story of Stan’s Thunderbird
As recognition of Stan’s many contributions to his People, his teachings, his mentoring, and his art, the Nation honoured him with a blanketing ceremony during this year’s Amalgamation Day.