Getting Ahead Overview
Transcript of Getting Ahead Overview
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
1
Getting Ahead ProgramATrauma-informed amp Healing-Centered Peer Support Group that
Builds Resilience through Protective Relationships
February 82019
by Adrienne B Elder MPHBridges Out of Poverty Trainer amp Getting Ahead Facilitator
Getting Ahead OKC Collaborative Co-Founder
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
2
Resilience Film Trailer Video (2 min) httpsvimeocom137282528
Local Showings httpok25by25orgour-programsresilience1511293786997-e2c54878-11c7wwwyoutubecomwatchv=We2BqmjHN0k
The Pair of ACEs(Adverse Childhood Experiences amp Adverse Community Environments)
Source Academy of Pediatrics
httpswwwcdcgovviolencepreventionacestudyindexhtml
httpswwwtraumamatterskcorgwhat-can-i-dohtml
What is the
root cause of
complex
adversity
4
Toxic Stress
Prolonged activation of
stress response systems
in the absence of
protective relationships
Sources
httpsdevelopingchildharvardedusciencekey-conceptstoxic-stress
httpswwwcdcgovviolencepreventionacestudyindexhtml
httpok25by25orgour-programsresilience
Research shows that it is hellip
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
5
Opportunities to improve Community
Supports and development of Personal
Resources
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2016)
Systemic Poverty = Scarcity or Fixed Mindset
Individual Institution CommunityState
Lives paycheck to paycheck Operates grant to grant Operates annual budget to annual budget
Passes up education Cuts professional development
Cuts research and development
Pawns valuables Gives up valuable programs Leases assets prisons highways etc
Skimps on food neglect health
Neglects maintenance and upgrades
Neglects infrastructure
Works two or more jobs Cuts staff reduces salariesbenefits
Cuts staff restructures
Works under the table Reduces staff and increase caseload
Reduces programs and services
Competes for fewer well-paying jobs
Competes for grants Competes with other citiesstates
Uses government assistance
Uses bankruptcy system Uses bailout system
Source Mullainathan Sendhil Scarcity (2013)
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
6
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
7
Bridges Key Concept Essential to Use a Systemic Approach to Decrease
Chaos and Increase Stability by using
ldquoThe Triple Lensrdquo (by Phil DeVol)
Name the Barrier
Work one barrier
at a time
Individual
Behavior
Human and Social
Capital
in the Community
Exploitation
Political
Economic
Structures
Individual
Action
Organizational
Action
Community
Action
Policy
Community Sustainability GridA Comprehensive Planning Tool for Bridges Steering Committees
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
8
Why Are We Waiting
Windows of Opportunity to Increase ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo- Engagement Opportunities to Connect amp Build Trust with Children Youth Families amp Staff
- Offer ldquoMenu of empowering resourcesrdquo Support Groups Treatment amp Counseling Provide ldquowarm hand-offrdquo to servicesBusiness
Community
Financial Child Care
Head Start
Education
School
HealthDental Senior
Care
Law
Enforcement
Behavioral
Indicators of
Human
Instability
amp Toxic Stress
18-65 years
Chronic
Unexcused
absences from
work
Delinquent bills
(utility rent
auto etc)
Accessing
predatory
lenders
0-5 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
5-18 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
Frequent visits to
Urgent Care
or
Emergency
Room
Or emergency
dental
65+ years
Isolation
911 calls
Domestic
violence
Illegal activity
Frontline
Staff ndash
Opportunity
for Trauma-
training amp
develop
process for
Referral
Supervisor
Human Resource
Coordinator
Landlords
Utility companies
Lending
institutions
Unemployment
offices
Child Care
Teacher
Teachers
Parent Liaisons
Truancy Division
NurseCounselor
Nurse
Physicians
Nurse
Geriatrician
First Responders
Police
Fire
EMSA
Continuum of
Stabilizing amp
Supportive
Resources
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
EAP Programs
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Federal Credit
Union programs
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Home-Visiting
Nurse-Family
Partnership
Counseling
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
(Patient
Navigator)
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Support Groups
Senior Centers
near Child Care
Centers
Volunteer
Mentor
Opportunities
ldquoHandle With
Carerdquo
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
Support Groups
Treatment
Counseling etc
Last resort
PrisonJail
10
Resource Poster to post on back of Bathroom Stall Doors
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
2
Resilience Film Trailer Video (2 min) httpsvimeocom137282528
Local Showings httpok25by25orgour-programsresilience1511293786997-e2c54878-11c7wwwyoutubecomwatchv=We2BqmjHN0k
The Pair of ACEs(Adverse Childhood Experiences amp Adverse Community Environments)
Source Academy of Pediatrics
httpswwwcdcgovviolencepreventionacestudyindexhtml
httpswwwtraumamatterskcorgwhat-can-i-dohtml
What is the
root cause of
complex
adversity
4
Toxic Stress
Prolonged activation of
stress response systems
in the absence of
protective relationships
Sources
httpsdevelopingchildharvardedusciencekey-conceptstoxic-stress
httpswwwcdcgovviolencepreventionacestudyindexhtml
httpok25by25orgour-programsresilience
Research shows that it is hellip
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
5
Opportunities to improve Community
Supports and development of Personal
Resources
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2016)
Systemic Poverty = Scarcity or Fixed Mindset
Individual Institution CommunityState
Lives paycheck to paycheck Operates grant to grant Operates annual budget to annual budget
Passes up education Cuts professional development
Cuts research and development
Pawns valuables Gives up valuable programs Leases assets prisons highways etc
Skimps on food neglect health
Neglects maintenance and upgrades
Neglects infrastructure
Works two or more jobs Cuts staff reduces salariesbenefits
Cuts staff restructures
Works under the table Reduces staff and increase caseload
Reduces programs and services
Competes for fewer well-paying jobs
Competes for grants Competes with other citiesstates
Uses government assistance
Uses bankruptcy system Uses bailout system
Source Mullainathan Sendhil Scarcity (2013)
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
6
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
7
Bridges Key Concept Essential to Use a Systemic Approach to Decrease
Chaos and Increase Stability by using
ldquoThe Triple Lensrdquo (by Phil DeVol)
Name the Barrier
Work one barrier
at a time
Individual
Behavior
Human and Social
Capital
in the Community
Exploitation
Political
Economic
Structures
Individual
Action
Organizational
Action
Community
Action
Policy
Community Sustainability GridA Comprehensive Planning Tool for Bridges Steering Committees
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
8
Why Are We Waiting
Windows of Opportunity to Increase ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo- Engagement Opportunities to Connect amp Build Trust with Children Youth Families amp Staff
- Offer ldquoMenu of empowering resourcesrdquo Support Groups Treatment amp Counseling Provide ldquowarm hand-offrdquo to servicesBusiness
Community
Financial Child Care
Head Start
Education
School
HealthDental Senior
Care
Law
Enforcement
Behavioral
Indicators of
Human
Instability
amp Toxic Stress
18-65 years
Chronic
Unexcused
absences from
work
Delinquent bills
(utility rent
auto etc)
Accessing
predatory
lenders
0-5 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
5-18 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
Frequent visits to
Urgent Care
or
Emergency
Room
Or emergency
dental
65+ years
Isolation
911 calls
Domestic
violence
Illegal activity
Frontline
Staff ndash
Opportunity
for Trauma-
training amp
develop
process for
Referral
Supervisor
Human Resource
Coordinator
Landlords
Utility companies
Lending
institutions
Unemployment
offices
Child Care
Teacher
Teachers
Parent Liaisons
Truancy Division
NurseCounselor
Nurse
Physicians
Nurse
Geriatrician
First Responders
Police
Fire
EMSA
Continuum of
Stabilizing amp
Supportive
Resources
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
EAP Programs
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Federal Credit
Union programs
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Home-Visiting
Nurse-Family
Partnership
Counseling
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
(Patient
Navigator)
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Support Groups
Senior Centers
near Child Care
Centers
Volunteer
Mentor
Opportunities
ldquoHandle With
Carerdquo
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
Support Groups
Treatment
Counseling etc
Last resort
PrisonJail
10
Resource Poster to post on back of Bathroom Stall Doors
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
The Pair of ACEs(Adverse Childhood Experiences amp Adverse Community Environments)
Source Academy of Pediatrics
httpswwwcdcgovviolencepreventionacestudyindexhtml
httpswwwtraumamatterskcorgwhat-can-i-dohtml
What is the
root cause of
complex
adversity
4
Toxic Stress
Prolonged activation of
stress response systems
in the absence of
protective relationships
Sources
httpsdevelopingchildharvardedusciencekey-conceptstoxic-stress
httpswwwcdcgovviolencepreventionacestudyindexhtml
httpok25by25orgour-programsresilience
Research shows that it is hellip
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
5
Opportunities to improve Community
Supports and development of Personal
Resources
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2016)
Systemic Poverty = Scarcity or Fixed Mindset
Individual Institution CommunityState
Lives paycheck to paycheck Operates grant to grant Operates annual budget to annual budget
Passes up education Cuts professional development
Cuts research and development
Pawns valuables Gives up valuable programs Leases assets prisons highways etc
Skimps on food neglect health
Neglects maintenance and upgrades
Neglects infrastructure
Works two or more jobs Cuts staff reduces salariesbenefits
Cuts staff restructures
Works under the table Reduces staff and increase caseload
Reduces programs and services
Competes for fewer well-paying jobs
Competes for grants Competes with other citiesstates
Uses government assistance
Uses bankruptcy system Uses bailout system
Source Mullainathan Sendhil Scarcity (2013)
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
6
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
7
Bridges Key Concept Essential to Use a Systemic Approach to Decrease
Chaos and Increase Stability by using
ldquoThe Triple Lensrdquo (by Phil DeVol)
Name the Barrier
Work one barrier
at a time
Individual
Behavior
Human and Social
Capital
in the Community
Exploitation
Political
Economic
Structures
Individual
Action
Organizational
Action
Community
Action
Policy
Community Sustainability GridA Comprehensive Planning Tool for Bridges Steering Committees
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
8
Why Are We Waiting
Windows of Opportunity to Increase ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo- Engagement Opportunities to Connect amp Build Trust with Children Youth Families amp Staff
- Offer ldquoMenu of empowering resourcesrdquo Support Groups Treatment amp Counseling Provide ldquowarm hand-offrdquo to servicesBusiness
Community
Financial Child Care
Head Start
Education
School
HealthDental Senior
Care
Law
Enforcement
Behavioral
Indicators of
Human
Instability
amp Toxic Stress
18-65 years
Chronic
Unexcused
absences from
work
Delinquent bills
(utility rent
auto etc)
Accessing
predatory
lenders
0-5 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
5-18 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
Frequent visits to
Urgent Care
or
Emergency
Room
Or emergency
dental
65+ years
Isolation
911 calls
Domestic
violence
Illegal activity
Frontline
Staff ndash
Opportunity
for Trauma-
training amp
develop
process for
Referral
Supervisor
Human Resource
Coordinator
Landlords
Utility companies
Lending
institutions
Unemployment
offices
Child Care
Teacher
Teachers
Parent Liaisons
Truancy Division
NurseCounselor
Nurse
Physicians
Nurse
Geriatrician
First Responders
Police
Fire
EMSA
Continuum of
Stabilizing amp
Supportive
Resources
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
EAP Programs
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Federal Credit
Union programs
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Home-Visiting
Nurse-Family
Partnership
Counseling
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
(Patient
Navigator)
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Support Groups
Senior Centers
near Child Care
Centers
Volunteer
Mentor
Opportunities
ldquoHandle With
Carerdquo
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
Support Groups
Treatment
Counseling etc
Last resort
PrisonJail
10
Resource Poster to post on back of Bathroom Stall Doors
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
What is the
root cause of
complex
adversity
4
Toxic Stress
Prolonged activation of
stress response systems
in the absence of
protective relationships
Sources
httpsdevelopingchildharvardedusciencekey-conceptstoxic-stress
httpswwwcdcgovviolencepreventionacestudyindexhtml
httpok25by25orgour-programsresilience
Research shows that it is hellip
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
5
Opportunities to improve Community
Supports and development of Personal
Resources
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2016)
Systemic Poverty = Scarcity or Fixed Mindset
Individual Institution CommunityState
Lives paycheck to paycheck Operates grant to grant Operates annual budget to annual budget
Passes up education Cuts professional development
Cuts research and development
Pawns valuables Gives up valuable programs Leases assets prisons highways etc
Skimps on food neglect health
Neglects maintenance and upgrades
Neglects infrastructure
Works two or more jobs Cuts staff reduces salariesbenefits
Cuts staff restructures
Works under the table Reduces staff and increase caseload
Reduces programs and services
Competes for fewer well-paying jobs
Competes for grants Competes with other citiesstates
Uses government assistance
Uses bankruptcy system Uses bailout system
Source Mullainathan Sendhil Scarcity (2013)
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
6
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
7
Bridges Key Concept Essential to Use a Systemic Approach to Decrease
Chaos and Increase Stability by using
ldquoThe Triple Lensrdquo (by Phil DeVol)
Name the Barrier
Work one barrier
at a time
Individual
Behavior
Human and Social
Capital
in the Community
Exploitation
Political
Economic
Structures
Individual
Action
Organizational
Action
Community
Action
Policy
Community Sustainability GridA Comprehensive Planning Tool for Bridges Steering Committees
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
8
Why Are We Waiting
Windows of Opportunity to Increase ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo- Engagement Opportunities to Connect amp Build Trust with Children Youth Families amp Staff
- Offer ldquoMenu of empowering resourcesrdquo Support Groups Treatment amp Counseling Provide ldquowarm hand-offrdquo to servicesBusiness
Community
Financial Child Care
Head Start
Education
School
HealthDental Senior
Care
Law
Enforcement
Behavioral
Indicators of
Human
Instability
amp Toxic Stress
18-65 years
Chronic
Unexcused
absences from
work
Delinquent bills
(utility rent
auto etc)
Accessing
predatory
lenders
0-5 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
5-18 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
Frequent visits to
Urgent Care
or
Emergency
Room
Or emergency
dental
65+ years
Isolation
911 calls
Domestic
violence
Illegal activity
Frontline
Staff ndash
Opportunity
for Trauma-
training amp
develop
process for
Referral
Supervisor
Human Resource
Coordinator
Landlords
Utility companies
Lending
institutions
Unemployment
offices
Child Care
Teacher
Teachers
Parent Liaisons
Truancy Division
NurseCounselor
Nurse
Physicians
Nurse
Geriatrician
First Responders
Police
Fire
EMSA
Continuum of
Stabilizing amp
Supportive
Resources
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
EAP Programs
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Federal Credit
Union programs
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Home-Visiting
Nurse-Family
Partnership
Counseling
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
(Patient
Navigator)
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Support Groups
Senior Centers
near Child Care
Centers
Volunteer
Mentor
Opportunities
ldquoHandle With
Carerdquo
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
Support Groups
Treatment
Counseling etc
Last resort
PrisonJail
10
Resource Poster to post on back of Bathroom Stall Doors
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
5
Opportunities to improve Community
Supports and development of Personal
Resources
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2016)
Systemic Poverty = Scarcity or Fixed Mindset
Individual Institution CommunityState
Lives paycheck to paycheck Operates grant to grant Operates annual budget to annual budget
Passes up education Cuts professional development
Cuts research and development
Pawns valuables Gives up valuable programs Leases assets prisons highways etc
Skimps on food neglect health
Neglects maintenance and upgrades
Neglects infrastructure
Works two or more jobs Cuts staff reduces salariesbenefits
Cuts staff restructures
Works under the table Reduces staff and increase caseload
Reduces programs and services
Competes for fewer well-paying jobs
Competes for grants Competes with other citiesstates
Uses government assistance
Uses bankruptcy system Uses bailout system
Source Mullainathan Sendhil Scarcity (2013)
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
6
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
7
Bridges Key Concept Essential to Use a Systemic Approach to Decrease
Chaos and Increase Stability by using
ldquoThe Triple Lensrdquo (by Phil DeVol)
Name the Barrier
Work one barrier
at a time
Individual
Behavior
Human and Social
Capital
in the Community
Exploitation
Political
Economic
Structures
Individual
Action
Organizational
Action
Community
Action
Policy
Community Sustainability GridA Comprehensive Planning Tool for Bridges Steering Committees
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
8
Why Are We Waiting
Windows of Opportunity to Increase ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo- Engagement Opportunities to Connect amp Build Trust with Children Youth Families amp Staff
- Offer ldquoMenu of empowering resourcesrdquo Support Groups Treatment amp Counseling Provide ldquowarm hand-offrdquo to servicesBusiness
Community
Financial Child Care
Head Start
Education
School
HealthDental Senior
Care
Law
Enforcement
Behavioral
Indicators of
Human
Instability
amp Toxic Stress
18-65 years
Chronic
Unexcused
absences from
work
Delinquent bills
(utility rent
auto etc)
Accessing
predatory
lenders
0-5 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
5-18 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
Frequent visits to
Urgent Care
or
Emergency
Room
Or emergency
dental
65+ years
Isolation
911 calls
Domestic
violence
Illegal activity
Frontline
Staff ndash
Opportunity
for Trauma-
training amp
develop
process for
Referral
Supervisor
Human Resource
Coordinator
Landlords
Utility companies
Lending
institutions
Unemployment
offices
Child Care
Teacher
Teachers
Parent Liaisons
Truancy Division
NurseCounselor
Nurse
Physicians
Nurse
Geriatrician
First Responders
Police
Fire
EMSA
Continuum of
Stabilizing amp
Supportive
Resources
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
EAP Programs
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Federal Credit
Union programs
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Home-Visiting
Nurse-Family
Partnership
Counseling
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
(Patient
Navigator)
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Support Groups
Senior Centers
near Child Care
Centers
Volunteer
Mentor
Opportunities
ldquoHandle With
Carerdquo
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
Support Groups
Treatment
Counseling etc
Last resort
PrisonJail
10
Resource Poster to post on back of Bathroom Stall Doors
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Systemic Poverty = Scarcity or Fixed Mindset
Individual Institution CommunityState
Lives paycheck to paycheck Operates grant to grant Operates annual budget to annual budget
Passes up education Cuts professional development
Cuts research and development
Pawns valuables Gives up valuable programs Leases assets prisons highways etc
Skimps on food neglect health
Neglects maintenance and upgrades
Neglects infrastructure
Works two or more jobs Cuts staff reduces salariesbenefits
Cuts staff restructures
Works under the table Reduces staff and increase caseload
Reduces programs and services
Competes for fewer well-paying jobs
Competes for grants Competes with other citiesstates
Uses government assistance
Uses bankruptcy system Uses bailout system
Source Mullainathan Sendhil Scarcity (2013)
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
6
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
7
Bridges Key Concept Essential to Use a Systemic Approach to Decrease
Chaos and Increase Stability by using
ldquoThe Triple Lensrdquo (by Phil DeVol)
Name the Barrier
Work one barrier
at a time
Individual
Behavior
Human and Social
Capital
in the Community
Exploitation
Political
Economic
Structures
Individual
Action
Organizational
Action
Community
Action
Policy
Community Sustainability GridA Comprehensive Planning Tool for Bridges Steering Committees
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
8
Why Are We Waiting
Windows of Opportunity to Increase ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo- Engagement Opportunities to Connect amp Build Trust with Children Youth Families amp Staff
- Offer ldquoMenu of empowering resourcesrdquo Support Groups Treatment amp Counseling Provide ldquowarm hand-offrdquo to servicesBusiness
Community
Financial Child Care
Head Start
Education
School
HealthDental Senior
Care
Law
Enforcement
Behavioral
Indicators of
Human
Instability
amp Toxic Stress
18-65 years
Chronic
Unexcused
absences from
work
Delinquent bills
(utility rent
auto etc)
Accessing
predatory
lenders
0-5 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
5-18 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
Frequent visits to
Urgent Care
or
Emergency
Room
Or emergency
dental
65+ years
Isolation
911 calls
Domestic
violence
Illegal activity
Frontline
Staff ndash
Opportunity
for Trauma-
training amp
develop
process for
Referral
Supervisor
Human Resource
Coordinator
Landlords
Utility companies
Lending
institutions
Unemployment
offices
Child Care
Teacher
Teachers
Parent Liaisons
Truancy Division
NurseCounselor
Nurse
Physicians
Nurse
Geriatrician
First Responders
Police
Fire
EMSA
Continuum of
Stabilizing amp
Supportive
Resources
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
EAP Programs
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Federal Credit
Union programs
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Home-Visiting
Nurse-Family
Partnership
Counseling
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
(Patient
Navigator)
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Support Groups
Senior Centers
near Child Care
Centers
Volunteer
Mentor
Opportunities
ldquoHandle With
Carerdquo
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
Support Groups
Treatment
Counseling etc
Last resort
PrisonJail
10
Resource Poster to post on back of Bathroom Stall Doors
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
7
Bridges Key Concept Essential to Use a Systemic Approach to Decrease
Chaos and Increase Stability by using
ldquoThe Triple Lensrdquo (by Phil DeVol)
Name the Barrier
Work one barrier
at a time
Individual
Behavior
Human and Social
Capital
in the Community
Exploitation
Political
Economic
Structures
Individual
Action
Organizational
Action
Community
Action
Policy
Community Sustainability GridA Comprehensive Planning Tool for Bridges Steering Committees
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
8
Why Are We Waiting
Windows of Opportunity to Increase ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo- Engagement Opportunities to Connect amp Build Trust with Children Youth Families amp Staff
- Offer ldquoMenu of empowering resourcesrdquo Support Groups Treatment amp Counseling Provide ldquowarm hand-offrdquo to servicesBusiness
Community
Financial Child Care
Head Start
Education
School
HealthDental Senior
Care
Law
Enforcement
Behavioral
Indicators of
Human
Instability
amp Toxic Stress
18-65 years
Chronic
Unexcused
absences from
work
Delinquent bills
(utility rent
auto etc)
Accessing
predatory
lenders
0-5 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
5-18 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
Frequent visits to
Urgent Care
or
Emergency
Room
Or emergency
dental
65+ years
Isolation
911 calls
Domestic
violence
Illegal activity
Frontline
Staff ndash
Opportunity
for Trauma-
training amp
develop
process for
Referral
Supervisor
Human Resource
Coordinator
Landlords
Utility companies
Lending
institutions
Unemployment
offices
Child Care
Teacher
Teachers
Parent Liaisons
Truancy Division
NurseCounselor
Nurse
Physicians
Nurse
Geriatrician
First Responders
Police
Fire
EMSA
Continuum of
Stabilizing amp
Supportive
Resources
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
EAP Programs
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Federal Credit
Union programs
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Home-Visiting
Nurse-Family
Partnership
Counseling
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
(Patient
Navigator)
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Support Groups
Senior Centers
near Child Care
Centers
Volunteer
Mentor
Opportunities
ldquoHandle With
Carerdquo
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
Support Groups
Treatment
Counseling etc
Last resort
PrisonJail
10
Resource Poster to post on back of Bathroom Stall Doors
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Name the Barrier
Work one barrier
at a time
Individual
Behavior
Human and Social
Capital
in the Community
Exploitation
Political
Economic
Structures
Individual
Action
Organizational
Action
Community
Action
Policy
Community Sustainability GridA Comprehensive Planning Tool for Bridges Steering Committees
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
8
Why Are We Waiting
Windows of Opportunity to Increase ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo- Engagement Opportunities to Connect amp Build Trust with Children Youth Families amp Staff
- Offer ldquoMenu of empowering resourcesrdquo Support Groups Treatment amp Counseling Provide ldquowarm hand-offrdquo to servicesBusiness
Community
Financial Child Care
Head Start
Education
School
HealthDental Senior
Care
Law
Enforcement
Behavioral
Indicators of
Human
Instability
amp Toxic Stress
18-65 years
Chronic
Unexcused
absences from
work
Delinquent bills
(utility rent
auto etc)
Accessing
predatory
lenders
0-5 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
5-18 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
Frequent visits to
Urgent Care
or
Emergency
Room
Or emergency
dental
65+ years
Isolation
911 calls
Domestic
violence
Illegal activity
Frontline
Staff ndash
Opportunity
for Trauma-
training amp
develop
process for
Referral
Supervisor
Human Resource
Coordinator
Landlords
Utility companies
Lending
institutions
Unemployment
offices
Child Care
Teacher
Teachers
Parent Liaisons
Truancy Division
NurseCounselor
Nurse
Physicians
Nurse
Geriatrician
First Responders
Police
Fire
EMSA
Continuum of
Stabilizing amp
Supportive
Resources
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
EAP Programs
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Federal Credit
Union programs
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Home-Visiting
Nurse-Family
Partnership
Counseling
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
(Patient
Navigator)
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Support Groups
Senior Centers
near Child Care
Centers
Volunteer
Mentor
Opportunities
ldquoHandle With
Carerdquo
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
Support Groups
Treatment
Counseling etc
Last resort
PrisonJail
10
Resource Poster to post on back of Bathroom Stall Doors
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Why Are We Waiting
Windows of Opportunity to Increase ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo- Engagement Opportunities to Connect amp Build Trust with Children Youth Families amp Staff
- Offer ldquoMenu of empowering resourcesrdquo Support Groups Treatment amp Counseling Provide ldquowarm hand-offrdquo to servicesBusiness
Community
Financial Child Care
Head Start
Education
School
HealthDental Senior
Care
Law
Enforcement
Behavioral
Indicators of
Human
Instability
amp Toxic Stress
18-65 years
Chronic
Unexcused
absences from
work
Delinquent bills
(utility rent
auto etc)
Accessing
predatory
lenders
0-5 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
5-18 years
Chronic
Unexcused
Absences
amp Suspensions
Frequent visits to
Urgent Care
or
Emergency
Room
Or emergency
dental
65+ years
Isolation
911 calls
Domestic
violence
Illegal activity
Frontline
Staff ndash
Opportunity
for Trauma-
training amp
develop
process for
Referral
Supervisor
Human Resource
Coordinator
Landlords
Utility companies
Lending
institutions
Unemployment
offices
Child Care
Teacher
Teachers
Parent Liaisons
Truancy Division
NurseCounselor
Nurse
Physicians
Nurse
Geriatrician
First Responders
Police
Fire
EMSA
Continuum of
Stabilizing amp
Supportive
Resources
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
EAP Programs
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Federal Credit
Union programs
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Home-Visiting
Nurse-Family
Partnership
Counseling
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Volunteer
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
(Patient
Navigator)
Support Groups
Counseling
Substance Use
Treatment
Parenting Skills
Financial Advice
Volunteer
Resource amp
Referral
Coaching
Support Groups
Senior Centers
near Child Care
Centers
Volunteer
Mentor
Opportunities
ldquoHandle With
Carerdquo
Resource
Coordinator
Coaching
Support Groups
Treatment
Counseling etc
Last resort
PrisonJail
10
Resource Poster to post on back of Bathroom Stall Doors
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
10
Resource Poster to post on back of Bathroom Stall Doors
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
11
How do we buildfoster
long-term
ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo
Peer Support Groups
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Building ldquoProtective Relationshipsrdquo and removing barriers
through Peer Support Groups
bull 8-12 people experiencing instability
bull 2 Trauma-informed Facilitators who co-create a
Culture of Respect amp Understanding
bull Free Transportation
bull Free Childcare
bull Free Family Meal
bull Monetary StipendRespite Voucher
bull Meet weekly for first 16 weeks to stabilize (then monthly)
bull Referral amp Access to individual trauma-specific services for
staff children youth and families
12
Resource httpswwwnasmhpdorgsitesdefaultfilesPeerEngagementGuide_Color_REVISED_10_2012pdf
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Getting Ahead Classes directly
builds ldquoprotective relationshipsrdquo and empowers each
individual to be a resource to each other as they
increase stability amp decrease barriers
For more information andor to become a trained Facilitator visit
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-ahead
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
13
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Program Details
bull For individuals that feel trapped in the cycle of chaos and
isolated from positive support systems
bull 16-18 classes for 8-12 individuals with two co-facilitators
bull Group meets for 2-3 hours once a week to investigate patterns of
chaos within their personal lives relationships and within their
community
bull Barriers are removed by providing
warm family meal transportation childcare and stipend of $25class
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
14
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
15
Visual AidMental Model Opportunity to Increase Stability
(list two warning signs on the left and two positive action steps on the righthellip)
Motivation
for Change
Source of Chaos _______________________Adapted by
Adrienne Elder
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
16
Learning
amp
Practicing
Coping Skills
Together
Source
httpswwwpinterestcompin94
364554676474717lp=true
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Getting Ahead Outcomes
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
17
3930 30
4236 36
2721 24
3339
0102030405060708090
100
Increased Stability by Graduates
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
18
Systemic Approach to Prevent Generational PovertyChaos
Created by OKC Getting Ahead Investigators (Spring 2017)
Increase Stability
amp
Build Personal and
Community Resources
Employment
with livable
wages
Safe and sober
affordable
housing
Positive
two-generation mental
health supports
Access to reproductive
health care
Parent training
Treatment for
addictions
Quality high-school
education and skills
training
Quality post-grad
education and skills
training
Quality youth
education and skills
training
Healthy activities
in community
Promote positive coping skillsHealthy family activities
in community
Opportunities for Community Support and
Development of Personal Resources
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Method to create a Sustainable Community
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
19
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Steps to become certified as a
Getting Ahead Facilitator
Ideal for Community Health Workers Community
Outreach Coordinators Social Workers Case Managers
Family Support Providers Community
VolunteersAdvocates etc
Register and attend a free Bridges Out of Poverty
pre-requisite training in Norman
(httpseventsoucpmorgbridges ) held monthly
Register and attend Getting Ahead Facilitator Training
Online training $299person
httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunityget
ting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-
facilitators
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
20
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
21
ldquoPassionate people
collapse timeframesrdquo
- Deyonka Geeter Oklahoma City
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431
Contact Info for Local ldquoGetting Ahead OKC Collaborativerdquo
Adrienne Elder
Email GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
Call 405-426-5431
Website httpsgettingaheadokccom
Getting Ahead OKC 2018
GettingAheadOKCgmailcom
22
Email DeborahPriceBridgeTheGapOKgmailcom
Call 405-585-1550
Contact Info for Statewide ldquoBridge The Gaprdquo
Contact Info for Getting Ahead Trainings
Website httpswwwahaprocesscomsolutionscommunitygetting-aheadlaunching-getting-aheadtraining-facilitators
23
Additional Resources Upon Request
updated February 5 2019
Questions andor Technical Assistance Please contact
Adrienne B Elder MPH CHES
Trainer Facilitator amp Grant Writer for Coalitions
ebConsultingOKCgmailcom
405-426-5431