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Attention All Supervisors and CFF Leaders!
The LeadU training dates for 2025 are confirmed:
March 20th
June 26th
September 18th
December 11th
Time: 11:00am to 3:00pm.
These trainings are mandatory for all supervisors and CFF leaders.
Save the dates have been sent out. If you did not receive them, please:
1)Ask your supervisor to forward you the invite.
2)Submit a ticket to MIS to be added to the Supervisors distribution list.
We can't wait for another great year of learning together!
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Important Dates
Mon., February 17: Presidents’ Day
Thurs., March 13: All Staff*
Tues., March 18: Annual Meeting*
Thurs., March 20: LEADU
Sat., March 29: A Taste for Art*
*more details soon!
January27th-February7th: QEAggregation/Review.
WeekofJanuary27th: ProgramManagers,don'tforgetto sendyournon-Apricotreportsfor Outcomesreporting!
February20th-26th: ProgramManagertocomplete theirassessmentsinSurvey Monkey.
Adapting to Change & Managing Stress
Boost Self-Esteem Month
Feeling good about ourselves contributes to overall well-being. High self-esteem is associated with positive emotions, strong relationships, and a sense of purpose. Conversely, low self-esteem can lead to negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. How can you increase your self-esteem?
Writtenby:TheresaVial,LCSW MentalHealth/InclusionCoordinator& WorkforceResilienceCommitteeChair
ADAPTABILITY is one of our six core values at Children & Families First.
Defined by Oxford Dictionary as “the quality of being able to adjust to new conditions.” We can apply adaptability to both our personal and work lives.
Change is inevitable. Take some time to reflect on how you feel about change This could be an opportunity to get creative, journal your thoughts
Reflection Questions:
What ways do you adapt to change? How do you handle stress when change is anticipated? What opportunities are present? Is there anything I need to let go of? How do I take care of myself during change?
MANAGE STRESS IN UNCERTAIN TIMES
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 2:00PM - 2:45PM
Define key stressors and reactions to challenging situations
Learn strategies to maintain emotional balance and resilience
Discuss techniques to navigate difficult conversations
Pre-Registration is required
Remember: PerksPlus+ benefits are available to ALL staff and their families!
Whenfacedwithchange–weACT
A:AcknowledgetheChange- Recognizethatchangeishappening,whetherit'sinyour environment,inyourpersonallife,orwithinyourorganization.Behonestwithyourselfabout whatishappeningandrememberthatchangeisanaturalpartofgrowth.Avoidingorignoring changecancreatestress;keepamindsetthatallowsforunderstanding.
C:CultivateFlexibility- Adjustyourmindset,behaviors,andstrategiesinresponsetonew circumstancesordemands.Remainopen-mindedandimproveyourcapacitytofindcreative solutionswhenfacedwithunexpectedsituations.Bewillingtoletgoofoutdatedhabits, embracenewtoolsormethods,andremainingreceptivetofeedbackand/orideas Flexibilityis keytomaintainingresilience!
T:TakeAction- Engagewiththesituationandact.Makingdecisions,settinggoals,and pursuingpracticalstepstoadapttothenewreality.Thinkofsmall,intentionalstepsforshorttermorlong-termgoals.Actionsstepsmightlooklikelearningnewskills,communicatingwith otherstoalignongoals,orreassessingpriorities.Continuetoreflectonyourownthoughts, feelings,andactionsthroughoutthechangeprocess.
DID YOU KNOW
Your Workforce Resilience Committee hosts different well-being and self-care focused activities each month. They’re open to everyone and FREE! Some are group activities Others are do at your own pace/time. Check your email for this month’s activities or reach out to Theresa.Vial@cffde.org for more information!
6 SESSIONS OF FREE COUNSELING
You and every member of your family can get confidential, short-term counseling with a 3rd party licensed clinician
Offered in-person or through telehealth by your choice.
STRESS TO SUCCESS: DEFEAT WORKPLACE STRESS
View this webinar to learn how to better deal with workplace stress, and get stress-busting tips to defeat it.
HABITS FOR POSITIVE BEHAVIOR CHANGES
View this webinar to learn ways to form new habits, eliminate bad habits, and stick to them to meet your goals
“Stall Stories”
Check out CFF's new "Stall Stories!" Currently in Wilmington and soon-to-be in Dover, you can learn more about various EDI topics each quarter when you stop in the restrooms at these offices If you don’t regularly visit Wilmington or Dover, this quarter’s “Stall Story” is featured below! Have an idea for a future Stall Story? Email the EDI Committee at EDICommittee@cffde.org
