FMS Learning Series
Learn to enhance the life of a family member with intellectual disabilities through our Family Managed Supports (FMS) Learning Series.
Explore the Family Managed Supports Learning Series
The Darrel Cook Family Managed Supports Resource Centre (FMSRC) hosts a Learning Series each year where families can learn more about how to best utilize their FMS funding to establish and sustain a good life for their family member with intellectual disabilities. These events provide an opportunity to increase your knowledge and understanding about visioning and planning, facilitating relationships and creating employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Exploring Opportunities for Creating Meaningful Employment
This session will share inspiring stories from families who have utilized their networks, individualized funding (FMS or FSCD), and partnerships to create and sustain employment opportunities for their family members with intellectual disabilities. Attendees will leave with insights and practical strategies to pursue employment opportunities and collaborate with FMS/FSCD support staff to plan and take action.
October 18, 2025Positive Approaches to Behaviour
Join us in a session exploring how people with intellectual disabilities are frequently misunderstood and how we can shift our perspective to recognize behaviour as communication.
November 6, 2025Friendship, Belonging, and Community: Creating Pathways to Connection
This engaging session will explore practical strategies for creating opportunities that spark community engagement and foster genuine relationships.
February 7, 2026Creating a Home
In this session, we’ll explore practical and creative approaches to making a home of one’s own possible. Families, individuals and FMS staff will gain tools and strategies to design individualized support, consider affordable and inclusive housing options, and envision homes that truly reflect personal choice, stage of life, and individuality. Together, we’ll look at how to move beyond traditional models and make “home” a reality.
March 14, 2026