2. Cross-Sector Families

3. CROSS SECTOR FAMILIES

4. ABOUT FAMILIES n All families have strengths n All families experience challenges n Families are complex systems n Each family is unique n Each family has its own norms, power structure, communication style, etc.

5. WHAT IS A CROSS SECTOR FAMILY? n Family who is impacted by multiple issues simultaneously n Family who is interfacing with several service delivery systems

6. VALUE ASSUMPTIONS n All families are cross sector families n All families are multidimensional n All families are resilient n Problem resolution lies within the family n The formula for problem resolution is unique to each family

7. CROSS SECTOR ISSUES n Child abuse n Child neglect n Domestic/family violence n Substance abuse n Mental illness n Developmental delays n Health concerns n Criminal activity/incarceration n Death/dying n Homelessness

8. CROSS SECTOR ISSUES n Poverty n Racism n Classism n Heterosexism

9. CROSS SECTOR ISSUES n Issues do not stand in isolation n Cross sector issues are intricately intertwined

10. CASEWORKER ROLES n Help families to recognize own strengths n Help families to understand how strengths can address the situation at hand n Coach/support families in using their strengths

11. WORKING WITH CROSS SECTOR FAMILIES n Cultural competence n Strengths-based assessment n Inclusive service planning n Collaboration with community partners n Advocacy at all levels