Allison Keir, BFA
Individual and Family Outreach Support
Hello, I'm Allison, the Outreach Support Worker on the Honeycomb Team, specializing in providing in-home and community-based support for parents, youth, and young adults. With a neuro-affirmative and anti-oppressive lens, my approach is grounded in trauma-informed care and fuelled by my own lived experience. I bring over 20 years of experience in working with, teaching, and advocating for the health and wellness of children and families.
My journey as a parent, navigating the challenges, heartbreak and joys of raising four wonderful humans, I believe has been my greatest accomplishment. My deepest passion lies in offering compassionate care to others. In our collaborative journey, I hope to honour your unique stage of life, holding space for you as you question, endure, explore, celebrate, and uncover new resiliencies in yourself. I am committed to creating a safe and inclusive space, free from judgement or discrimination, where everyone's identity is acknowledged and respected.
My support spans a wide array of areas, including in-home caregiver support, creative engagement with youth at home or in the community, medical and school system advocacy, executive functioning coaching and practical life skills support. With a background in fine arts, I believe engaging with our creative self allows us to heal and grow in ways that are more aligned with our values. I integrate this belief into my work, fostering meaningful connections and carrying an awareness of the immense impact relationships have on all of us. In our work together, I am dedicated to providing practical support, a listening ear, and a place for you to heal and grow in ways that are aligned for you.
Areas of Practice
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In-home and community-based outreach support.
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Pre & postpartum in-home support including assistance with breastfeeding, sleep, feeding, toddlers, optimizing household systems for functionality and caregiver self care and well-being.
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Youth and young adult engagement and community-based support including connection, coping skills, and advocacy.
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Providing tools and strategies to navigate the complexities of organizing and prioritizing tasks for individuals with executive functioning difficulties.
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School and medical systems support and advocacy.
Educational Background
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Bachelor of Fine Arts - University of British Columbia