FUTFS Newsletter 40 (July 2024)

For You Telecare Family Service (FUTFS) assists individuals and families from all walks of life to overcome cultural, emotional, and psychological barriers through a wide range of counselling and educational services and programs. In collaboration with other social service organizations, we raise awareness of social issues and support clients in the community through the progression of a healthy lifestyle and gradual integration into Canadian society.The projects we provide at FUTFS are for anyone who is willing or interested in participating. Anyone can easily register through our website (www.futfs.org).

Programs & Services in July 2024

1. Mind and Motion

This is a 9-day youth volunteer program designed to help youth improve their social and leadership skills while exploring future careers. Participants will learn to express emotions, empathize, and understand others. The program begins with orientation and training on the first day, 2 days of leadership skills training, various activities, team-building exercises, 5 days of volunteer activities, and a graduation on the final day. This year, we are excited to collaborate with PATH (Parents Association Towards Hope) to welcome youth with developmental disabilities. We look forward to your participation and volunteer support.



2. Expressive Art Class IV

Students will have the opportunity to explore various artistic techniques and learn how to express their emotions and experiences through art. In an inclusive and supportive environment, each student will discover their unique creative expression and find their true self. Join us and share new experiences and discoveries together.

3. Senior Leaders Training

The leadership training program for seniors aims to equip them with essential leadership skills through interactive workshops, discussions, and mentoring sessions. Guest speakers will provide practical advice to seniors. This program focuses on building seniors' confidence to take on leadership roles within their community.

4. English Cafe

FUTFS holds an English cafe class every Tuesday from 10:30 to 12:00 to improve volunteers' upgraded English speaking skills. Participants in this class will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face at the Young Center Plus to chat and speak English. The class is led by Instructor Heather Sheildrick.



5. Family Growth (Family Counseling)

For the mental health and happiness of your precious family, if you wish to have preventive family counseling through a gentle conversation with experts, please apply. We are here for you. Applications are accepted at all times, so if you are interested, please pre-register through our website or via the QR code, and we will contact you.

6. Senior Art Workshop

This program offers seniors the chance to explore creativity and connect with others through art activities such as painting, crafts, music, and dance. Participants can express emotions, learn new skills, and have fun, regardless of prior art experience. Join us to create and share your own art while enjoying meaningful conversations.

7. Counseling Service

FUTFS offers a range of counseling services for those in distress, career, or in need of emotional support. We provide counselling services as all possible ways as possible such as Zoom, email, phone for any regions in Canada, and additionally provide in-person counselling for Toronto only such as telephone counseling, individual counseling, family counseling, outreach and more.



The Hidden Truth of Korean American Youth Ⅱ

Some youths feel lonely and respond with anger, sometimes harming others. This can also lead to severe emotional problems like anxiety or depression, and even self-harm or suicide attempts. When youth feel disconnected from adults, they may isolate themselves further, only focusing on their own thoughts and feelings.

They sometimes exhibit behavioral warning signs such as sudden anger outbursts, theft, lying, or symptoms of delusions or paranoia. Violence escalating into fights is particularly concerning. Such youths become distant from a healthy and happy life.

So, how do we help? Firstly, we need to use support networks and consult experts when problems arise. Secondly, youths need chances to express themselves emotionally, whether at school, with friends, or at home. Thirdly, they need guidance on values, identity, and setting goals for a healthy life. Lastly, we need youth centers and stronger support systems in schools.

Sometimes, youths transform loneliness from social exclusion into anger, resulting in harmful behavior towards others. Disconnection from parents or adults isolates youths, and adults remain disconnected from the youths' world. Lack of adult-youth relationships leads to youths solely advocating for their own views, further isolating them from their families.

Suyeon Jin, FUTFS Executive Director