The Primary Function of a H.O.P.E. Guide

 

GENERAL:
The primary function of a H.O.P.E. Guide shall be to relate to H.O.P.E. participants in a manner which is in harmony with the mission and goals of H.O.P.E.

A H.O.P.E. Guide*:

1.       conducts a meeting using the format of The Golden Book.

2.       is a “focus person” for each meeting, and knows how to assign the responsibility for focusing to others.

3.       creates a safe and caring community at each meeting.

4.       offers support and models non-judgmental listening.

5.       offers all participants the opportunity to share.

6.       works in partnership** with H.O.P.E. participants.

7.       engages in her/his own dynamic healing process by sharing experiences and feelings, and thereby encouraging others to find their own inner healer.

8.       is developing skills in the use of guided imagery, relaxation techniques and other tools for group and individual processes.

9.       nurtures his/her group(s) by understanding the need to network (communicate) outside the meeting time framework.

10.    works in partnership with other H.O.P.E. Guides by attending H.O.P.E. Guide workshops and support meetings.

11.    is a link to additional H.O.P.E. and community resources.

 

           *      One who serves as a model and coach for others that their paths of life become easier.

         **      A harmonious, dynamically balanced relationship between individuals or groups that is characterized by mutual cooperation and responsibility.


From the Archives of Ken Hamilton -- Posted by Stephen D. Thompson

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