Family

What is a family? Two or more people who live together and care for each others basic needs.

What do families do ? Give us a name, our social and legal identity Teach us how to behave in society

What do families do ? Influence how we cope in situations, living and relationships Pass on beliefs, VALUES And your sense of identity . Provide support and help with your problems

What do families do ? Cater to all aspects of health Physical needs: Food, Shelter , clothing Social: financial support, socialisation Emotional: love, security and support Spiritual: sense of belonging, morals and values.

What types of families are there?

Traditional / Nuclear Two parents and one or more children living together.

Two Families Parents are split up and both parents are remarried/in a relationship with/without children. Being part of two blended families.

De Facto Two adults living together (unmarried) with or without children

Single Parent One parent living with one or more children

Extended A Grandparent or other relative living with other family members.

Same Sex Couple of the same sex living together with or without children

Blended Two parents with children from previous relationships living together

Commune A number of men and women living together in a group

No one type of family is necessarily Better than any other type No one type of family is necessarily Better than any other type... What is important is that all family members feel loved, respected and valued.

What type of family do you have? 2. List two values that your family share...