FAN Blog - Family Action Network

Enhancing Accessibility for Children and Youth with Disabilities in Our Community

Aug 27, 2024 | All

The Family Action Network (FAN), in collaboration with the Diverse Family Roots Society (DFRS), is excited to announce a new series of community conversations aimed at improving support for children and youth with disabilities. These discussions will explore the...

Saying thank you to one of our longest standing Board members

Aug 23, 2024 | FAN News

Julia Stockhausen has been a valued board member since 2013. Before that, she spent many years dedicated to helping children and families in our region. She recently retired from her role as an Infant Development Professional at Kootenay Family Place, as well has her...

Lower Columbia Summer Programs

Jun 6, 2024 | All

A quick list of summer camp offerings in the Lower Columbia Region for 2024. Do you have plans for your kiddos this summer? Maybe a day or a week at Trail Martial Arts is in order to burn some energy, or a few days at Trail Gymnastics. Art Camps are always a hit, and...

Teddy Bear Picnic

Jun 6, 2024 | All

June 12th! If you go down in the woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise If you go down in the woods today, you’d better go in disguise For every bear that ever there was Will gather there for certain because June 12ths the day the teddy bears have...

FANs AGM – Have your say!

Apr 19, 2024 | All

The Family Action Network (FAN) will host its Annual General Meeting on Monday, May 13th, 2024 from 12 pm to 1:00 pm. The meeting will be held in person at the Trail United Church, 1300 Pine Ave. We will be voting on making the following changes to our constitution....

Ages and Stages Drop In Family Event

Mar 29, 2024 | FAN News, Parenting Events

Do you have a child between the ages of 0 and 6 years? If so this event is for you! The Family Action Networkis offering an Ages and Stages developmental check-up opportunity for your child. This event will be held at the Trail Memorial Centre’s McIntyre Room,...

How can we better support families in our region?

Feb 24, 2024 | FAN News, Parenting Experiences

The Family Action Network is once again seeking input from families like yours to help set the future direction of family services, supports, programs and events in our community. Please consider spending 10 minutes to share your thoughts on what local family service...

Family Celebration!

Jan 31, 2024 | FAN News, Parenting Events

The Family Action Network (FAN) is delighted to extend a warm invitation to participate in a joyous celebration event! Join us as we shine a spotlight on the incredible work happening in our community to support and invest in local families. Event Details: Date:...

I am 5, watch me thrive: parent connection group, GES and FES

Jan 2, 2024 | FAN News, Parenting Events, Parenting Experiences, Preschool

The I am 5, watch me thrive parent connection group is a series of three in person conversations supported by local professionals that will introduce parents to topics that are relevant to kids entering kindergarten. Each group will consist of a cohort of parents and...

My Tween & Me: Program Interest Survey

Jan 1, 2024 | All

The Family Action Network is looking to host two “My Tween and Me” programs in the Lower Columbia Region. The program is designed exclusively for parents and caregivers with children aged 7 through 12. Navigating the tween years can be both thrilling and...