Listening to One Another to Grow Strong听(LTOA) family program is a community-driven, culturally adapted, wellness promotion program for Indigenous youth and their families. LTOA is not a mental health treatment program or a response to crisis situation听-听instead, it focuses on promoting wellbeing in order to help youth, families, and communities to become stronger and healthier. The goal of each session is designed to contribute to the overall objective of positive mental health. In developing a local version of the program, activities can be adapted to fit each community's听cultural and local context, while keeping the objectives of each session in mind.听
The fourteen sessions of the family program are as follows:
1 to 5 |
MODULE 1: Elders and Ancestors' Teachings |
Session 1 |
Topic: Traditional Teachings and ValuesSession Overview:- Introduce the program - Welcome听participants, and encourage participants to interact - Discuss traditional teachings and values with the families Session Summary Videos:English:听 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
Session 2 |
Topic: Family - Everyone's Voice & ContributionSession Overview:- Learn about traditional seasonal activities - Learn about other's interests - Practice communication skills Session Summary Videos:English:听 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉: |
Session 3 |
Topic: A Good Way of Life - Stages & CeremoniesSession Overview:- Learn about traditional ceremonies and a good way of life - Discuss the place of culture in daily life - Appreciate the strength of听Indigenous听heritage Session Summary Videos:English: 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
Session 4 |
Topic: Community History - ResilienceSession Overview:- Develop further understanding of local history - Share or discuss acts of resilience that might inspire others Session Summary Videos:English:听 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
Session 5听 |
Topic: Healthy Self & Healthy RelationshipsSession Overview:- Recognize signs of being off-balance, sad, or depressed - Learn how to help yourself and others - Reflect on emotions and parenting practices, acknowledge strengths听 Session Summary听Videos:English: 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
6 to 10 |
MODULE 2: Sharing Our Skills |
Session 6 |
Topic: Emotional Regulation - Anger ManagementSession Overview:- Learn and view anger as a natural and valid emotion - Be able to identify contributing factors to anger - Learn approaches to deal with anger Session Summary Videos:English:听 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
Session 7 |
Topic: Problem Solving - STEPS ModelSession Overview:- Practice a 5-step听problem-solving method - 8-step parenting approach to deal with children's behaviours - Explore ways to solve problems Session Summary Videos:English: 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
Session 8 |
Topic: Giving Help - Seeking HelpSession Overview:- Learn how to seek advice from an Elder - Acknowledge sources of support and what/who we help support - Discuss skills that help us communicate more effectively Session Summary Videos:English: 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
Session 9 |
Topic: Making Choices - Refusal SkillsSession Overview:- Think critically about the benefits and harms of substance use - Youth: Practice different ways to assert themselves when dealing with negative peer pressure - Adults: Feel more equipped to deal with youth's challenging behaviours Session Summary Videos:English: 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
Session 10 |
Topic: Peer Communication - Yes to Friendship / No to BullyingSession Overview:- Recognize attitudes that enhance friendships Session Summary VideosEnglish:听 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
11 to 14 |
MODULE 3: Being Part of the Community |
Session 11 |
Topic: Appreciate our Differences - Prevent BullyingSession Overview:- Appreciate differences and feel proud of our identity and culture - Discuss ways to create a safe environment and develop a Family Plan - Learn how to respond听to hurtful situations Session Summary Videos:English:听 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
Session 12 |
Topic: Social Support - All Connected - Prevent DiscriminationSession Overview:- Strengthen understandings about behaviours that build or break trust - Recognize the importance of developing and maintaining a proactive support network - Being proud of who we are听and supporting others听 Session Summary Videos:English:听 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
Session 13 |
Topic: Empowerment - People & CommunitiesSession Overview:- Reflect on knowledge and skills retained from the program - Think of ideas that will benefit the future Session Summary Videos:English:听 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
Session 14 |
Topic: Celebration Feast: Invite Families from Modules 1, 2, 3Session Overview:- Be honoured in a meaningful ceremony - Feel proud of听accomplishments - Celebrate听with other families and guests! Session Summary Videos:English:听 贵谤补苍莽补颈蝉:听 |
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