Kia ora to you all,
As another month rolls on, I hope everyone is keeping warm, happy, well, and you all survived another school holiday time. Over the last few days, I have been reflecting on my time with Caring Families Aotearoa so far, and again want to acknowledge the hard work, time, and effort you all give to the children in your care. I have had the chance to meet a few more lovely caregivers and feel privileged to hear your stories and the reality you live.
Rayleen Hubac
Lower South Regional Coordinator
03 470 1277 or 027 501 0005
Support Groups
I am excited to say we had a successful meeting in Dunedin in July and I look forward to seeing you all again soon. Please see details below for the date, time, and location. Everyone is welcome!
Southland Foster Care Association Invercargill
Contact Rose Rhind on 03 206 4458 for information on meeting dates.
Central Otago Support Group
Contact Tracy Canning 027 654 1977 for more information.
Dunedin Support Group
Meeting on 19th August at 10 am
Location: Doughbin Café, 377 King Edward Street, Dunedin.
Contact me (Rayleen) on 027 501 0007 for more details.
Remember our role is to support you, and groups are a great way share your thoughts, dreams, and ideas, and support each other (through those daily struggles that only us as caregivers understand) in a safe environment. I am happy to talk more with how that looks for you.
Sometimes it can feel a bit lonely as a caregiver, working from home with little or no communication from other adults. Another great way to connect with other caregivers is for you to be a part of our Facebook whānau. This is a closed Facebook group open only to caregivers that are members of Caring Families Aotearoa and provides a safe forum for caregivers to connect, share experiences, seek advice, tips, or even recipes.
Click the link below to join!
Lower South Support Closed Facebook Group
Training
Registrations are now open for What’s Behind the Behaviour – Healing Centred Engagement. This newly developed training explores the importance of emotional connection with children.
I will be facilitating this workshop on the following dates:
- Dunedin 12th August
- Alexandra 24th August
- Invercargill 26th August
- Oamaru 7th September
All courses are from 9.30 am – 1.30 pm
I look forward to seeing you there!
Click the button below for more details and to register.
If you have any questions, require assistance registering or wish to register by phone please contact:
Dagmar Cronauer, Training Administrator
Free 0800 693 323 l Ph 04 282 0767
DagmarC@caringfamilies.org.nz
Kia kaha, kia hauora, me kia atawhai /
Be strong, be healthy, and be kind,
Rayleen