This training was designed to meet the guidelines set out by DSHS and the RCW. In this training, you will be provided information needed to plan, guide and manage a TBI support group. This training will allow you to brainstorm new ideas, improve your current skills, and even do a little self-discovery.

Sections of this course cover support group basics, planning, managing, sustaining, and resources.

Course Outline

Unit 1: Support Group Basics

Unit 2: Getting Started: Planning a Support Group

Unit 3: Facilitating a Support Group

Unit 4: Finances…Do Support Groups Cost Money?

Unit 5: Safety Planning

Training Objectives

• Understand support groups and your role as facilitator.
• Understand and be able to use the tools and suggestions shared in this training.
• Understand the application process for Direct Support Group Funding.
• Understand the reporting process to maintain your support group funding.
• Understand how to look for community resources and support available in your area.
• Understand the basics of safety planning and the dispute resolution process BEST provides.