Training

Our Approach

See

each person with dignity, worth and value

Listen

to their heart and hear their story

Know

their likes and dislikes, strengths and challenges and hopes and dreams

Understand

who they are and what type of care and support they desire

What You'll Learn

The 6 Training Modules to become a Be a Friend - Impact a Life Volunteer:

1 The Why

common misperceptions and stories of those on the streets

2 Understanding Homelessness

describing different populations and hearing from experts

3 Change Begins with Trust

insights into how to get to know each other, practical communication skills, trauma informed care along with setting relationship boundaries

4 Guiding Changes

the process of the Personal Journey Plan and goal setting

5 Connecting to Resources

general information about resources including housing, community connection, jobs, etc

6 Consistent Presence

Importance of connection and understanding the pairing process

We want to thank all of the people who helped in the training of our volunteers by offering their deep expertise and compassionate advice to help all of us understand our homeless community better.

Training

Our Approach

See

Listen

Know

Understand

What You'll Learn

The 6 Training Modules to become a Be a Friend - Impact a Life Volunteer:

1

The Why

2

Understanding Homelessness

3

Change Begins with Trust

4

Guiding Changes

5

Connecting to Resources

6

Consistent Presence

We want to thank all of the people who helped in the training of our volunteers by offering their deep expertise and compassionate advice to help all of us understand our homeless community better.

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