Support Family Foundations
Strengthening Families Protective Factors (SFPF)
The Strengthening Families Protective Factors have five parts. Even small changes in these areas can make a big difference. Protective factors help keep families safe. They are like superpowers that help when things get tough or scary. Think of them as a shield for families. They help families learn to solve problems and stay strong. The Children Trust Fund Alliance has a lot of information about these protective factors, written by parents for other parents. So, what are these protective factors?
Click HERE to download a copy of the protective factors.
SFPF in Our Daily Lives
List of Services
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Concrete SupportList Item 1
“I have the things that I need to support my family.” This can mean access to housing, food, water, utilities, diapers, and so much more.
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Knowledge of Parent and Child DevelopmentList Item 2
“I know what my child’s ability is and how to support them. I know that each child is different in how they grow in different skills.”
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Social and Emotional Competence (Ability)List Item 3
“I know how to help my child feel safe so they can express their emotions in a safe way. I know how to help my child communicate with others.”
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Social ConnectionsList Item 4
“I know that everyone needs support. I have at least one person outside of my home that I can spend time with.”
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Parental Resilience
“I can overcome hard things. When I face hard things I know that I can overcome them because I have done so in the past.”
