ACTIVITY: Name game ball toss

Purpose: Increase energy in the room and learn names or something about each other Materials needed: Beanie babies or balls Instructions/Steps: Start by asking the group to form a circle. Tell the group that we will be throwing a ball or beanie baby with two rules. Call out the name of the person you are …

ACTIVITY: Hopes and Fears

Purpose: This activity helps build cohesion in group around hopes and fears about group or about treatment in general. Materials Needed: Sticky notes, pens Instructions/Steps: Hand each group member at least 4 sticky notes and a pen. Explain that we all have hopes and fears when coming into a new situation. Ask the group for …

ACTIVITY: Things I Wish I Had Been Told

Purpose: To develop alternatives to deeply held beliefs Materials needed: A large sheet of paper that all members can color on at the same time and color pens Instructions/Steps: This is a pretty powerful activity, so adjust the pace as needed. Share with clients that there are many things we are told as we are …

ACTIVITY: The Goal Tree

Purpose: To highlight values and goals Materials needed: pieces of paper and color pens Instructions/Steps: This art-based activity helps group members clarify their values and goals, and brings to the forefront the steps they need to take toward these goals. This activity can be used to prepare before focusing on service planning. Tell the group …