Wesley Fun Facts
What are Wesleys Core Values? Name two.
CARE
1. Compassion
2. Accountability
3. Responsiveness
4. Empowerment
Name one healthy coping strategy someone can use when feeling overwhelmed.
Deep breathing, mediation, TIP, Name 3 things, talking to a supportive person.
A youth says they don't have enough groceries until payday. Name a resource that could help.
Living Rock, Dame
What two ways you can build rapport with a youth?
What is Kyle's favourite sport?
Hockey
What does Wesley's Mission focus on?
Mobilize resources, create opportunities, realize potential for those in need, creating innovative programs, transforming lives.
A youth becomes upset during a conversation and starts to raise their voice. Name three strategies that could help to de-escalate the situation.
Giving space, remain calm, keep communication simply, watch non-verbal behaviour, pay attention to your tone, practice active listening, debriefing process
A youth tells you they have no where to sleep tonight. What type of resource should you connect them with first?
The Dame or Diversion Program
Define what "strengths-based approach" means.
A strengths-based approach is a way of working with individuals that focuses on their strengths, abilities, skills, resilience, and potential rather than their problems or deficits. It emphasizes empowering people by recognizing what they do well, building on their existing resources, and supporting them to achieve their goals while promoting independence, confidence, and self-determination.
What country is Isabel from?
Spain
How long has Denise been with Wesley for?
17 years
What is one principle of trauma-informed care?
Safety, Collaboration, Humility, Choice, Transparency, Trustworthiness
A youth wants to start therapy but doesn't know where to begin. Name two options you could suggest.
Youth Wellness Centre, Family Doctor, Lynwood, Good Shepard
What does "Rizz" mean?
charm, romantic appeal, or the ability to flirt and attract a romantic partner
Where was the most recent place Annabella traveled?
Europe - BONUS POINTS FOR: Ireland, Denmark, Netherlands, Croatia
Which year was Wesley founded?
1955
What skills does ASIST teach you?
Recognizing signs of suicidal risk, engaging in open conversations about suicidal, risk assessment, developing safety plans, connecting to resources
A youth wants to get involved, what resources would you connect them with?
Wesley youth centres, YMCA, Youth Wellness Centre, BGC, Re-create
What social media platform is most used by youth from 2025?
Youtube
I provide a safe place when home isn't an option. I'm growing my team with two new youth workers to better support children and youth. What am I?
Emergency Supportive Housing Program / Halton Women Family Shelter
How much was raised last year for Wesley's Annual Golf Tournament?
89,000
Explain the difference between acute stress and chronic stress.
Acute: A short-term, intense response to a sudden, frightening, or overwhelming event. It is triggered by a specific incident (e.g., a car accident, traumatic event, or medical emergency) and activates the body's fight-or-flight response. Symptoms typically last from 3 days to 1 month following the event.
Chronic: A long-term, ongoing state of feeling stressed, pressured, or overwhelmed. It develops from ongoing stressors or a combination of genetic, biological, psychological, and environmental factors. Symptoms can persist for weeks, months, years, or even a lifetime, often fluctuating over time. Long-term stress can affect both physical and mental health, leading to insomnia, difficulty concentrating, fatigue, muscle tension, body pain, headaches, and digestive problems.
Name all the shelters in Hamilton.
Good Shepherd Men's Centre
Good Shepherd Mary's Place
Good Shepherd Martha House
Good Shepherd Family Centre
Salvation Army Booth Centre
Mission Services Men's Shelter
Mission Services Emma's Place
Mission Services Inasmuch House
Native Women's Centre
Interval House Hamilton
Notre Dame House Youth Shelter
YWCA Carole Anne's Place (CAP)
Womankind Withdrawal Management Emergency Shelter
What is the top artist listened to by Gen Z (ages 13-17) for 2025?
Drake
Which program/department has been operating the longest Children and Family Services at Wesley?
EarlyON Centres