Positive experiences mitigate effects of ACEs
In spite of adverse experiences, positive experiences can mitigate their effects, allowing for healthy development in individuals. I like the fact that the HOPE framework can be incorporated into most…
Moving forward with ACEs and PCEs research
Instead of educating communities solely on ACEs, we have included PCEs [positive childhood experiences] as a tool for moving forward. Using the building blocks, we have created action steps for…
Ready-made materials and on-going support
The most helpful aspects of the Train the Facilitator training are the materials that are ready-made, and the on-going supports. Hearing others who are presenting the materials share how they…
HOPE framework is so important and worthwhile
This [HOPE framework] can lead to heavy conversations, vicarious trauma, and the need to have other local resources to refer to in your back pocket. However, this information is so…
HOPE as an “on ramp” to improve organization and community cultures
The HOPE framework has allowed me to talk about positive experiences for children AND adults in a variety of ways. If you are interested in discovering ways to improve organizational…
HOPE in my daily work and personal life
I have been able to offer HOPE information to the newest hospital residents in our town and I have been part of a team that updated our Kindergarten Readiness Evaluations…
Balancing positivity and ACEs
The HOPE [Train the Facilitator] training provides a much needed dose of positivity to balance out knowledge of ACEs [adverse childhood experiences]. This training complements other strength-based frameworks and validates…
The online videos and opportunity to talk to others
The online videos [and] the opportunity to talk to others in the training [were the most helpful aspects.] DO IT!!
Impacting my organization and community through HOPE workshops and seminars
I have been able to impact my organization and community by speaking about the HOPE framework beliefs and practices through workshops and seminars.
Flexibility and gaining a solid understanding of facilitation techniques
It [Train the Facilitator Certification program] emphasizes the ability to be flexible and adjust facilitation techniques to meet the specific needs of the group. Also the ability to build confidence…