The document provides policies and procedures for becoming a volunteer facilitator at The Dougy Center, including completing an application and training. It outlines the facilitator's role in supporting group participants, maintaining confidentiality, and reporting any safety issues. The summary also describes the required pre-meeting before and post-meeting after each group session for facilitators to prepare and debrief.
KAVCO VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP MODULE THREE SUPERVISIONConnie Piggott
The Volunteer Leadership Training Series is a peer-to-peer program researched, complied and created through an initiative of KAVCO members. This series of training is focused on sharing the vital elements of leading volunteers.
At the end of this orientation, you will be able to answer:
- What is MyTime?
- What is facilitated peer support?
- Who can come to MyTime, and who can join?
- What's involved in the registration process?
- What is your role in the group?
- What are you responsible for?
- Where can you find more support?
Objectives in the Beginning Stage The beginning stage is .docxvannagoforth
Objectives in the Beginning Stage
The beginning stage is often considered, by both novice and experienced workers, to be a difficult
stage of group work because members often seek direction about how to proceed but are
ambivalent about following any suggestions. Members struggle to maintain their autonomy but, at
the same time, to fit in and get along with others in the group. The worker’s primary goals are to help
members feel comfortable in the group, to work together in a cooperative and productive manner,
and to feel that their unique contribution to the group is respected and appreciated. To accomplish
these goals it is helpful to:
Ensure a secure environment where members begin to bond with the leader and with each other
Facilitate member introductions
Clarify the purpose and function of the group, as it is perceived by the worker, the members, and the
sponsoring organization
Discuss and clarify the limits of confidentiality within the group
Help members to feel that they are an important part of the group
Guide the development of the group
Balance task and socio-emotional aspects of the group process
Set goals
Contract for work
Facilitate members’ motivation and ability to work in the group
Address ambivalence and resistance
Work with involuntary members
Anticipate obstacles to achieving individual and group goals
Monitor and evaluate the group as the change process begins
In the following pages, these tasks and the corresponding skills necessary to carry them out are
presented sequentially. In actual practice, of course, the group worker should be concerned about
these tasks simultaneously.
Ensuring a Secure Environment
No work can be accomplished in groups unless members feel secure when participating. Therefore,
a fundamental and essential role for the worker in the beginning stage is to make sure that members
are feeling comfortable, safe, and secure with their participation in the group. New workers should
recognize that members of groups might come from environments that are not comfortable, safe, or
secure. In fact, some members may be hypervigilant, expecting the worst in all or most
environments. This could be because of any number of adverse childhood events, or current bio-
psycho-social-environmental assaults on their integrity. For example, members could have
witnessed or experienced repeated trauma during childhood, such as neglect, or emotional and
physical abuse. They could have experienced severe poverty, racism, or violence. They may have
been bullied as a child or adolescent or learned that the way to survive in their neighborhood was to
become a gang member. As adults they may continue to experience violence, marginalization,
exploitation, oppression, or other factors that make them wary of participating in a group.
Workers should display patience and equanimity, gradually demonstrating to these traumatized
members tha ...
KAVCO VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP MODULE THREE SUPERVISIONConnie Piggott
The Volunteer Leadership Training Series is a peer-to-peer program researched, complied and created through an initiative of KAVCO members. This series of training is focused on sharing the vital elements of leading volunteers.
At the end of this orientation, you will be able to answer:
- What is MyTime?
- What is facilitated peer support?
- Who can come to MyTime, and who can join?
- What's involved in the registration process?
- What is your role in the group?
- What are you responsible for?
- Where can you find more support?
Objectives in the Beginning Stage The beginning stage is .docxvannagoforth
Objectives in the Beginning Stage
The beginning stage is often considered, by both novice and experienced workers, to be a difficult
stage of group work because members often seek direction about how to proceed but are
ambivalent about following any suggestions. Members struggle to maintain their autonomy but, at
the same time, to fit in and get along with others in the group. The worker’s primary goals are to help
members feel comfortable in the group, to work together in a cooperative and productive manner,
and to feel that their unique contribution to the group is respected and appreciated. To accomplish
these goals it is helpful to:
Ensure a secure environment where members begin to bond with the leader and with each other
Facilitate member introductions
Clarify the purpose and function of the group, as it is perceived by the worker, the members, and the
sponsoring organization
Discuss and clarify the limits of confidentiality within the group
Help members to feel that they are an important part of the group
Guide the development of the group
Balance task and socio-emotional aspects of the group process
Set goals
Contract for work
Facilitate members’ motivation and ability to work in the group
Address ambivalence and resistance
Work with involuntary members
Anticipate obstacles to achieving individual and group goals
Monitor and evaluate the group as the change process begins
In the following pages, these tasks and the corresponding skills necessary to carry them out are
presented sequentially. In actual practice, of course, the group worker should be concerned about
these tasks simultaneously.
Ensuring a Secure Environment
No work can be accomplished in groups unless members feel secure when participating. Therefore,
a fundamental and essential role for the worker in the beginning stage is to make sure that members
are feeling comfortable, safe, and secure with their participation in the group. New workers should
recognize that members of groups might come from environments that are not comfortable, safe, or
secure. In fact, some members may be hypervigilant, expecting the worst in all or most
environments. This could be because of any number of adverse childhood events, or current bio-
psycho-social-environmental assaults on their integrity. For example, members could have
witnessed or experienced repeated trauma during childhood, such as neglect, or emotional and
physical abuse. They could have experienced severe poverty, racism, or violence. They may have
been bullied as a child or adolescent or learned that the way to survive in their neighborhood was to
become a gang member. As adults they may continue to experience violence, marginalization,
exploitation, oppression, or other factors that make them wary of participating in a group.
Workers should display patience and equanimity, gradually demonstrating to these traumatized
members tha ...
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50 Minutes to Make a Difference:
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Em consonância com os ODS – Objetivos do Desenvolvimento Sustentável e a Estratégia Global para a Saúde das Mulheres, Crianças e Adolescentes, e aplicando uma abordagem baseada nos direitos humanos, os esforços de cuidados pós-natais devem expandir-se para além da cobertura e da simples sobrevivência, de modo a incluir cuidados de qualidade.
Estas diretrizes visam melhorar a qualidade dos cuidados pós-natais essenciais e de rotina prestados às mulheres e aos recém-nascidos, com o objetivo final de melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar materno e neonatal.
Uma “experiência pós-natal positiva” é um resultado importante para todas as mulheres que dão à luz e para os seus recém-nascidos, estabelecendo as bases para a melhoria da saúde e do bem-estar a curto e longo prazo. Uma experiência pós-natal positiva é definida como aquela em que as mulheres, pessoas que gestam, os recém-nascidos, os casais, os pais, os cuidadores e as famílias recebem informação consistente, garantia e apoio de profissionais de saúde motivados; e onde um sistema de saúde flexível e com recursos reconheça as necessidades das mulheres e dos bebês e respeite o seu contexto cultural.
Estas diretrizes consolidadas apresentam algumas recomendações novas e já bem fundamentadas sobre cuidados pós-natais de rotina para mulheres e neonatos que recebem cuidados no pós-parto em unidades de saúde ou na comunidade, independentemente dos recursos disponíveis.
É fornecido um conjunto abrangente de recomendações para cuidados durante o período puerperal, com ênfase nos cuidados essenciais que todas as mulheres e recém-nascidos devem receber, e com a devida atenção à qualidade dos cuidados; isto é, a entrega e a experiência do cuidado recebido. Estas diretrizes atualizam e ampliam as recomendações da OMS de 2014 sobre cuidados pós-natais da mãe e do recém-nascido e complementam as atuais diretrizes da OMS sobre a gestão de complicações pós-natais.
O estabelecimento da amamentação e o manejo das principais intercorrências é contemplada.
Recomendamos muito.
Vamos discutir essas recomendações no nosso curso de pós-graduação em Aleitamento no Instituto Ciclos.
Esta publicação só está disponível em inglês até o momento.
Prof. Marcus Renato de Carvalho
www.agostodourado.com
- Video recording of this lecture in English language: https://youtu.be/lK81BzxMqdo
- Video recording of this lecture in Arabic language: https://youtu.be/Ve4P0COk9OI
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Lung Cancer: Artificial Intelligence, Synergetics, Complex System Analysis, S...Oleg Kshivets
RESULTS: Overall life span (LS) was 2252.1±1742.5 days and cumulative 5-year survival (5YS) reached 73.2%, 10 years – 64.8%, 20 years – 42.5%. 513 LCP lived more than 5 years (LS=3124.6±1525.6 days), 148 LCP – more than 10 years (LS=5054.4±1504.1 days).199 LCP died because of LC (LS=562.7±374.5 days). 5YS of LCP after bi/lobectomies was significantly superior in comparison with LCP after pneumonectomies (78.1% vs.63.7%, P=0.00001 by log-rank test). AT significantly improved 5YS (66.3% vs. 34.8%) (P=0.00000 by log-rank test) only for LCP with N1-2. Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: phase transition (PT) early-invasive LC in terms of synergetics, PT N0—N12, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells- CC and blood cells subpopulations), G1-3, histology, glucose, AT, blood cell circuit, prothrombin index, heparin tolerance, recalcification time (P=0.000-0.038). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and PT early-invasive LC (rank=1), PT N0—N12 (rank=2), thrombocytes/CC (3), erythrocytes/CC (4), eosinophils/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), segmented neutrophils/CC (8), stick neutrophils/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10); leucocytes/CC (11). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (area under ROC curve=1.0; error=0.0).
CONCLUSIONS: 5YS of LCP after radical procedures significantly depended on: 1) PT early-invasive cancer; 2) PT N0--N12; 3) cell ratio factors; 4) blood cell circuit; 5) biochemical factors; 6) hemostasis system; 7) AT; 8) LC characteristics; 9) LC cell dynamics; 10) surgery type: lobectomy/pneumonectomy; 11) anthropometric data. Optimal diagnosis and treatment strategies for LC are: 1) screening and early detection of LC; 2) availability of experienced thoracic surgeons because of complexity of radical procedures; 3) aggressive en block surgery and adequate lymph node dissection for completeness; 4) precise prediction; 5) adjuvant chemoimmunoradiotherapy for LCP with unfavorable prognosis.
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Tom Selleck, an enduring figure in Hollywood. has captivated audiences for decades with his rugged charm, iconic moustache. and memorable roles in television and film. From his breakout role as Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. to his current portrayal of Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods. Selleck's career has spanned over 50 years. But beyond his professional achievements. fans have often been curious about Tom Selleck Health. especially as he has aged in the public eye.
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Introduction
Many have been interested in Tom Selleck health. not only because of his enduring presence on screen but also because of the challenges. and lifestyle choices he has faced and made over the years. This article delves into the various aspects of Tom Selleck health. exploring his fitness regimen, diet, mental health. and the challenges he has encountered as he ages. We'll look at how he maintains his well-being. the health issues he has faced, and his approach to ageing .
Early Life and Career
Childhood and Athletic Beginnings
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, and grew up in Sherman Oaks, California. From an early age, he was involved in sports, particularly basketball. which played a significant role in his physical development. His athletic pursuits continued into college. where he attended the University of Southern California (USC) on a basketball scholarship. This early involvement in sports laid a strong foundation for his physical health and disciplined lifestyle.
Transition to Acting
Selleck's transition from an athlete to an actor came with its physical demands. His first significant role in "Magnum P.I." required him to perform various stunts and maintain a fit appearance. This role, which he played from 1980 to 1988. necessitated a rigorous fitness routine to meet the show's demands. setting the stage for his long-term commitment to health and wellness.
Fitness Regimen
Workout Routine
Tom Selleck health and fitness regimen has evolved. adapting to his changing roles and age. During his "Magnum, P.I." days. Selleck's workouts were intense and focused on building and maintaining muscle mass. His routine included weightlifting, cardiovascular exercises. and specific training for the stunts he performed on the show.
Selleck adjusted his fitness routine as he aged to suit his body's needs. Today, his workouts focus on maintaining flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular health. He incorporates low-impact exercises such as swimming, walking, and light weightlifting. This balanced approach helps him stay fit without putting undue strain on his joints and muscles.
Importance of Flexibility and Mobility
In recent years, Selleck has emphasized the importance of flexibility and mobility in his fitness regimen. Understanding the natural decline in muscle mass and joint flexibility with age. he includes stretching and yoga in his routine. These practices help prevent injuries, improve posture, and maintain mobilit
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1. Volunteer Facilitator Training
Screening & Placement Policy
Procedures for Becoming a Volunteer Facilitator
1. An applicant will complete a “Facilitator Training Application” and “Questionnaire”
and pay the course fee.
2. A chosen applicant (trainee) will complete all hours of the “Facilitator Training.”
3. Prior to the “Placement Meeting” the trainee will have completed:
• reading the “Facilitator Skills Manual”
• a “Post-Training Facilitator Application”
• a “Post-Training Facilitator Questionnaire”
• a “Facilitator Confidentiality Agreement”
• a “Requests for Personal References” form
• a “Pre-Background Check Disclosure Authorization and Release”
4. When a trainee has been approved for placement as a facilitator, she/he will be
placed in a group according to the needs of The Dougy Center and the volunteer's
availability. A file will be compiled, including the above documents and a contact
form. This file will be kept in the “current volunteers” central file.
5. The Dougy Center's needs for facilitators are determined by the TDC staff group
coordinators, who make a request for additional volunteer facilitators, and give the
start date for which the volunteer is needed.
2. Volunteer Facilitator Job Description
Volunteers are expected to demonstrate a working knowledge of The Dougy Center’s
“Training Manual for Volunteer Facilitators.”
A facilitator participates as a caring peer who is willing to share his or her story of loss in
a group of children, teens, or adults. There is no formal counseling or therapy as a part
of these groups. Staff and facilitators support each other. Facilitators and participants
share as well as teach and learn about their own life experiences.
There is a required one hour pre-meeting before each group session and a one hour
debriefing post-meeting immediately after each one and a half hour group.
TDC staff coordinators are responsible for supervising facilitators in their respective
groups. If a facilitator is going to miss a meeting, he or she is to contact the staff
coordinator so that appropriate adjustments can be made for the group.
Volunteers are to respect that what is said in the support groups is to remain
confidential, except in cases of suicide or homicidal ideation, child abuse as defined by
Oregon state statute, chemical dependency on the part of any group participant, or
when a parent or legal guardian has signed a “release of information” form. All
volunteers must sign a “Facilitator Confidentiality Agreement” form before being placed
in a group.
Volunteer facilitators must report any communications or suspicions of suicidal ideation
or actions, child abuse as defined by Oregon state statute, threats to harm others, or
chemical dependency of any group participant directly to their staff coordinator
before the family leaves the center so the coordinator can ensure the safety of
participants.
Volunteers are expected to respect their interaction with participants is a helping
relationship. The establishment of personal relationships or interactions with family
participants may interfere with the healing process and the mission of The Dougy
Center and is not allowed. Volunteers are not to establish personal/intimate
relationships with participants during program services or initiate or continue any
contact with any child, teen, or adult participant outside The Center in person, by phone,
e-mail, or any other connection.
3. Facilitator Duties
• Be present and provide a safe environment for participants to grieve.
• Enforce safety rules and group guidelines.
• Use the “Essential Skills” with individuals and in groups.
• Note and discuss individual participant’s needs.
• Hold to time limits: help start and end groups on time.
• Report all concerns about abuse, suicide, homicide, drug usage, etc.
immediately to staff coordinator.
General Guidelines
1. All materials brought by a facilitator to share with any group must be reviewed
and approved of by the staff coordinator before group.
2. What takes place in the children/teens's groups is confidential. It is important
for the facilitators to interact regularly with parent/caregivers for the purpose
of building trust but without breaking confidentiality. Generalized statements
about a child/teen's participation are appropriate. For example: "Jacob is
working on his grief. We appreciate you bringing him.”
3. If an adult has any concerns about the progress of her children or the
activities in the group, facilitators should encourage parents to check in with
and address their questions to the staff coordinator.
4. Confidentiality must be observed with any and all information disclosed by
participants and facilitators in group, pre-meetings and post-meetings.
Discretion must be used so that all participants continue to feel safe sharing
with each other.
5. The staff coordinator is available to address the parents' meeting about what
takes place in the children/teen's groups.
6. Facilitators may not contact a participating child, teen, or parent/caregiver by
phone, letter, e-mail or face to face outside the center. Do not accept phone
numbers, addresses, or e-mail addresses from participants. Please disclose
these interactions to the staff coordinator immediately.
7. Facilitators are asked to help maintain order in the play areas, either with the
children prior to moving from an area or the ending of the group “play time.”
8. A facilitator needs to be with a child/teen in any and all areas of The Center
during group time and until the parent/caregiver takes over the supervision of
their child/teen.
4. Pre-meeting: Purpose and Goals
The pre-meeting is a time for facilitators to check in with each other about events,
thoughts, and feelings in their lives. It allows them to clear their head of outside
events and be present and ready to “be with” the children. The group usually
spends the first few minutes listening to music as a way to relax from the day and
focus their thoughts. After music, each facilitator has an opportunity to share with
the group about what is happening in their lives, new awareness related to their
personal grief process, and thoughts about their experiences in the group.
Facilitators also have time to share their affirmations, concerns, hesitations, and
questions with the group. Pre-meeting is a time for the staff coordinator to share
relevant information about new families in the group and updates on continuing
members. The facilitators and staff coordinator work together to strategize for
the group, problem-solve issues that have come up, and plan activities
Post-Meeting: Purpose and Goals
The post meeting is a time for facilitators to discuss the group and share how
they were personally affected by working with the participants. This may include
questions about how to handle certain situations, personal grief reactions, and
evaluations of what worked and didn’t’ work well in the group. It is also a time for
facilitators to nurture each other with affirmations, support, and acceptance. The
staff coordinator is present to answer questions about The Dougy Center model
and specifics about relating to participants, as well as provide feedback and
training for the facilitators. The staff coordinator is also responsible for sharing
business information about upcoming Center events, trainings, and plans for
group events.
5. Grievance Procedure
When a facilitator has a concern about the behavior of a group member, another
facilitator, the group coordinator, or an action of the center’s staff, he/she should
follow the grievance procedure listed below. It is important for the successful
operation of the program to resolve any conflicts in a fair manner as they arise.
Each facilitator should be responsible for bringing up issues that are problematic
so they can be resolved before they become big issues. This process will allow
for the successful resolution of problems that arise within the group process and
provide all parties with an opportunity to be heard.
1. Address the issue directly with the person involved. The Group
Coordinator is available to support facilitators in this discussion.
2. If the issue is not resolved to the satisfaction of the facilitator, the concern
should be presented to the Group Coordinator, in writing. A meeting of
the involved parties will be scheduled to discuss the issue and resolve the
conflict.
3. Following unsuccessful resolution at the above level, a meeting with the
Director of Program Services will be scheduled for mediation of the
conflict.
4. Questions or concerns about the program operation or policies of the
center should be addressed to the Group Coordinator or Director of
Program Services. Facilitator should not involve the Board of Directors in
the grievance procedure. The Board will be made aware of the conflict by
the Executive Director if appropriate and will become involved when
necessary.
6. Facilitator Confidentiality Agreement
The Dougy Center personally impacts the lives of others in many ways. As a
facilitator, you will frequently be an observer and recipient of confidential
information concerning facilitators, participants, and their families. Information is
disclosed with the implicit understanding of a sacred trust. Based on the basic
right of privacy for all persons, it is our ethical obligation to maintain trust. When
participants come to The Center, they have the choice to reveal information
about themselves. This may include information about feelings, thoughts and
behaviors of themselves or others that they expect to be held in confidence.
Participants sign a form “Your Rights to Privacy and Exceptions to Privacy” with
these exceptions. The SEVEN EXCEPTIONS TO PRIVACY are duplicated here
for your information as a facilitator:
Exception # 1: Oregon law requires our staff to report to the appropriate
government agency any suspected physical, sexual, or
emotional abuse or neglect.
Exception # 2: If we learn that someone with whom we are working has a
specific intent to bring harm to himself/herself, we reserve
the right to inform other family members and/or make
appropriate referrals if necessary.
Exception # 3: If we have reason to be concerned about the drug and/or
alcohol use or abuse by a child or teen, we reserve the right
to inform the parent. If we suspect a participating adult is
using drugs and/or alcohol before a group, we reserve the
right to speak to the adult.
Exception # 4: If information is ordered by the court, including a
subpoena, we will attempt to contact you about the order. If
you oppose the release, the court may nevertheless require
compliance with the order.
Exception # 5: If we learn that someone participating in the program
intends to commit a violent act, we may take steps to
protect the intended victim against such danger or inform the
police, or both.
Exception # 6: The rights and exceptions to privacy apply to information
disclosed in support groups. All group members are
encouraged to keep such information confidential, but the
Center cannot guarantee they will do so.
Exception # 7: At times the Center uses case examples of children and
teens and their families in publishing journal articles,
conducting professional training, and fund-raising efforts. We
may anonymously refer to your situation in those
circumstances. Your child, teen, or family’s complete name
will never be used without your specific written approval.
7. Confidentiality Agreement (page 2.)
If a facilitator hears or observes any information related to these seven
exceptions during groups, she/he is obligated to discuss that information with the
TDC group coordination before the child, teen, or adult leaves The Center so that
a plan of intervention can be implemented immediately.
I have read the “confidentiality agreement” and I agree to:
1. Hold in confidence outside TDC all information disclosed by participants
and facilitators
2. Perform the duties as outlines in the “Facilitators Job Description”
3. Make no copies of any part of the “Facilitator Training Manual” without
permission
4. Commit to one year as a facilitator in a peer support group, regularly
attending bi weekly group meetings as scheduled
5. Tell my group at least two weeks in advance of my closure
6. Initiate no contact with families outside TDC by person, phone, mail,
email, etc.
7. Abide by the decisions of the parents and care givers of the children/teens
8. Facilitate under the supervision of TDC staff
9. Discuss immediately information related to “The Seven Exceptions to
Privacy”
Signature: ____________________________ Date: _________________________
Print Your Name:_______________________