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Building Your Toolbox for Caregivers: Beginning the Transition from Manager to Consultant
February 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
As young adults are transitioning into employment, caregivers are transitioning from the role of Manager to one of Consultant for their young adults. This transition can be challenging for all parties, and can create tension and feelings of stress and anxiety.
In this strengths-based workshop, we will discuss strategies and tools that can help make space for shared learning and growth within the family and natural support network during this transition.
Please note: caregivers do not need to be parents in order to attend this workshop. Caregivers can be supportive roommates, natural supports, or family members.
Participants will gain the knowledge and skills to:
- Define the transition to independence for their young adult, and the transition from manager to consultant for themselves
- Reflect on their own needs and expectations for the process so that they may better support themselves and their young adult
- Use strengths-based tools and strategies to create a strong starting point for conversations about employment
- Identify resources in the community that support caregivers and young adults through this transition
Wednesday, February 11
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
In-person at The Ability Hub (300, 3820 24 Avenue NW)
This workshop compliments The Sinneave Family Foundation’s Family Work Readiness Toolkit (FWRT), a practical, strengths-based resource designed to support caregivers in helping youth explore their interests, skills, values, and preferred work environments. In this workshop, we will be focusing on the Embrace Independence module of the toolkit.
** Space in this session is limited, and advance registration is required through Sinneave Connects. If there are no spots available, you can sign up to be placed on a waiting list and a member of our team will reach out to you if spots open up.**
There is no cost to attend. Sinneave Connects is free, but you need to register for an account to use it.
If you already have a Sinneave Connects account, just log in as usual. If you have not registered yet, it’s easy! Click the button that says, “Sinneave Connects” to access the hub and follow these steps:
- Create a user name
- Create a password (don’t forget to save it someplace handy!)
- Select “Register”
- Choose the Building Your Toolbox for Caregivers: Beginning the Transition from Manager to Consultant – February 11, 2026 session.
- Click on the, “Choose session” button, and then press Confirm.
About the Presenter:
Stéphanie Chapman is a Bilingual Online Program Facilitator for the EmploymentWorks program. She has 15+ years of professional experience in the fields of education and disability across the lifespan, and personally as a caregiver. Stéphanie is dedicated to creating inclusive spaces for families of all shapes and sizes to learn and grow together.
If you have questions, reach out to info@sinneavefoundation.org or call 403-210-5000. We’re here to help.
