Our Passion

· We are committed to assisting and empowering individuals in their process of overcoming the negative effects of traumatic stress created by a traumatic event or series of events that threatens and/or hinders their ability to return to normal, healthy function in life. 

· We are driven by hope that what we do makes a difference in the people of the communities we serve.

 

Ventilate: To “talk out” or give expression of one’s emotions, thoughts and perspectives about a traumatic event and how it has impacted their life.

 

Our Values:

· Compassion - We care about the emotional health and welfare of people and one another.

· Accountability - We strive to be excellent in our work and continued education as we serve the people in our communities.

· Teamwork - We strive to work hand in hand with other agencies and programs for the common good of the community.

 

Validate: To provide assurance & validation to an individual or group of individuals; they are normal people experiencing “normal” reactions to an abnormal event in their lives.

 

Our Function:

· To provide support - we have CISM+ Trained  team members to assist in debriefings for individual  and/or work related violence, school crisis events, natural disasters, suicide and grief.

· To educate and train for times of crisis - we have ICISF and CISM+ trainer availability to train those wishing to become part of the Building For Life Community Center Crisis Response Team. 

 

Educate: To develop the understanding and knowledge of how traumatic stress can effect an individual in all aspects of their lives through pre and post-incident education and intervention.