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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by giving them a voice to speak there concerns and what they think is best. It is important to give everyone a chance to feel heard.

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We can make families feel comfortable by being inclusive and understanding of their concerns and opinions. We can also use language that would understand.

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by consistently checking up with the family with how they are feeling with the process, asking more about them as a family and certain things that are important to them in their daily life, intently listening to everything that they share. - Nicole Detorres

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by encouraging them to ask questions, and by creating a comfortable environment where there is open communication.

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by answering any questions they have, being respectful of their culture and including aspects of it into the goals, including them in the creation of goals, actively listening to their thoughts and concerns, and asking them what progress they would like to see their child make and how they think we should go about making goals to make this progress.

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Provide an interpreter, clearly explain your role, emphasize that the family has choice, acknowledge and answer concerns, provide/suggest family supports, encourage family participation, offer suggestions but make it clear they can say no. -Eli

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We can make families feel more comfortable in meetings by including them in decision making. Also asking them if they have any specifics in their childs progress.

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We can make families feel comfortable by before meeting have a call with them or meet the parents before the meeting. Then when the meeting happens create a welcoming environment for everyone.

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we can create a safe space and encourage open communication and be free to openlu talk and help them understand and work with the given resources - Ben

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by listening when they speak, using eye contact, and showing interest in their cultural background to make sure they feel respected and valued.

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We can make families comfortable by including them in conversations and asking them questions about their child. Creating a safe space is also important so that families feel comfortable in asking any questions they are confused about

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We can make families feel comfortable by being open and welcoming to any questions that are asked and having clear communication. Remind them we are all in this together and it can be difficult at times.

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Don’t use jargon, use language that families can understand… by doing this their child is less of a “study” to the professionals and the approach is more personable and from a place of concern and not judgement

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One way we can make families more comfortable in meetings is be culturally sensitive, using their native language, and making sure they know their rights and they their voice matters.

-Caroline Sweeney

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by making sure we are not shutting them down when they are talking in general and when they have questions. Also making sure you look happy and inviting, to not make them nervous to discuss anything they need to.

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by constantly asking the family for input or giving them time to ask questions. This can make the family feel comfortable and that they have a say.

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We can make families feel comfortable by respecting their culture and language. Ensuring they are valued and heard in all aspects. - Ava Centonzo

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We can make families feel more comfortable in meetings by getting background on how their family works and creating a space where they feel comfortable to communicate as well as respecting their cultural practices while inside their home.

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by asking them if there is anything they would like to see progress on regarding their child, and taking into consideration cultural background, religion, routines, and understanding the family dynamic to best suit the child

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We can make families feel comfortable and engaged by acknowledging their concerns as parents and guardians and focus on highlighting their main goals and areas of progress that they wish to see.

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We can make families feel more comfortable in meetings by being nonjudgemental and supportive when they share with us. We should make it clear that we are there because we care about them and their child and what what is best for their family.

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A way you can make families comfortable during meetings is to reassure them that the main priority of this process is them and their child. It is also important to involve the family in every conversation, and make sure they understand the reasoning behind every decision and goal being made.

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We can listen to their preferences and concerns to make sure that they feel heard and valued. We can also make sure that we are encouraging open communucation so they feel comfortable talking to us.

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by asking them if they have questions.

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by prioritizing their concerns, taking their cultural/religious background into account, and respecting whatever decision they make regarding their child. We can also remind them that we are working together as a team to support the child as best as possible!

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by asking questions and encouraging open communication.

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We can make families feel more comfortable by creating a safe space where they feel open to speak and ask questions on things they don't know

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We can make families feel comfortable in meetings by making sure that we are answering all of the questions they have.