Family Network
About the Family Network
Children’s Healthcare Canada is committed to engaging the voice of families in the development of Association strategy, programs and workplans.
The Children’s Healthcare Canada Family Network exists to connect family partners from across our member organizations to talk, share and learn in a safe and respectful environment.
Through this connection we hope to build knowledge and capacity to improve the inclusion of person and family centred care concepts within the Network, our member organizations and in Children’s Healthcare Canada strategic direction.
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The Family Network was established just prior to the COVID 19 pandemic being declared. Although the initial goals and activities were not fully realized in the first 3 years we have been able to:
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As a member of the Family Network, you will receive notifications of opportunities to participate in child health research, advisory, advocacy and invited to participate in panels, surveys, and questionnaires. These are all voluntary activities.
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As we move through 2024 and beyond we will take what we have learned to improve the experience for family partners and create a bigger impact.
For more information or to be involved with the Family Network contact Catherine.
Upcoming Presentations
Stay Tuned!Past Presentations
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Thriving as a Lived Experience Community: Enhancing Your Wellbeing as a Partner within an Evolving Healthcare Ecosystem (August 15, 2024)
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Join us for an insightful and empowering webinar designed specifically for individuals within the lived experience community. As healthcare systems continue to evolve and adapt, your role as a partner is more crucial than ever. This session will explore how you can thrive as you balance the complexities of life and contribute towards impacting an ever-evolving healthcare system. We will delve into strategies for enhancing your wellbeing while effectively contributing to the evolving healthcare landscape. Key topics include:
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your role and wellbeing as a vital partner in shaping the future of healthcare. To become a member of the Family Network, and register for this session, please complete this short survey.
Featured Speaker: Rae Martens is a Knowledge Broker and Research Engagement Specialist with the Family Engagement in Research Training Program and the UCalgary Azrieli Accelerator. From Calgary, Rae has been a lived experience partner for 10 years both as a parent in pediatrics and as an adult patient. Her work seeks to bridge the gap between organizations and community members through health relationship building and science communication. |
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What keeps your boat afloat? (February 15, 12pm ET)
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Children’s Healthcare Canada Family Network wants to know what keeps your family afloat, what drags you down and The Family Network Steering Committee invites you to connect with other families and caregivers across the country Our need is great, together our community is strong, and we can make positive things happen! To join the Family Network and to attend this virtual session, please email Catherine Riddell, Manager - Health Networks at criddell@childrenshealthcarecanada.ca |
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TOWN HALL: COVID Vaccine and Kids (June 7, 2021)
Presented by: Dr. Jim Kellner & Dr. Megan Bettle
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Understanding Systems to Advocate Within Systems Creating Optimal Reach With Your Message (May 6, 2021) Presented by: Rae Martens
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The Power of Storytelling (April 8, 2021) Presented by: Sue Robins |
Family Network Steering Committee
The Family Network Steering Committee is a group of valued volunteers who have vast lived experience and contribute their skills and knowledge to lead the activities and intent of the Children’s Healthcare Canada Family Network.
