Group Etiquette
What 3 questions do you ask in community meeting?
1. How are you feeling?
2. What is your goal?
3. Who can help with your goal?
How many group rooms are there?
3
Who typically makes the morning coffee?
C.M
When you arrive at EPIC, what is typically the first thing you do?
Get your temperature taken and sign in!
Where can you smoke?
OUTSIDE!
In the parking lot/parking lot bench, out in the park, etc.
Where is the herb garden located?
Outside / In the parking lot
Who leads the group sessions?
Staff members!
Fun Fact: Group members can co-facilitate group sessions too! Let us know if you have any ideas or interest in leading a group!
When do we typically do cooking groups?
We practice skills of being flexible :)
What are the typical beginning and end times of group sessions?
Morning group: 9am - 11:00am
Afternoon group: 11:30am - 2:30pm
Where is the first aid kit located?
In kitchen / On shelf near fridge. (Look for the sign!)
What time does the DART bus typically arrive?
1:30 - 2:30pm
Empowering People In Communities
When does laughter seem appropriate at EPIC?
Often!
Where are the emergency exits located?
Front exit (both wooden and glass doors)
Side door (leading out to parking lot)
How many people typically attend each group?
It varies! Anywhere between 6 to 10 people on average.
We are growing :)
What is the difference between mobile services, and site-based services?
Mobile consumers typically receive services in the community or in their home.
Site-based consumers typically receive services in the EPIC office.
Fun Fact: You are able to receive both types of services if needed!
Name 2 skills you have developed in group sessions.
Cooking, coping skills, boundaries, communication, anger management, medication management, mental health diagnoses, etc.......
Tough one... What is EPIC's phone number?
724-888-2941
How do you get in the building?
Ring the doorbell and a staff member will buzz you in! Never open the door for others, let the EPIC staff handle it for safety! :)
Tough one... What are 3 assessments staff members will complete with you?
1. Columbia Suicide Assessment
2. Strengths Based Assessment
3. Individual Rehabilitation Plan (IRP)