Requirement 6
Note: Some of the issues surrounding requirement 6 for the family meeting could be considered of a personal nature. Use discretion when reviewing this requirement with the Scout. Discussion of each of these subjects will very likely carry over to more than one family meeting.
Requirement
Prepare a meeting agenda that includes the following topics, review it with your parent or guardian, and then carry out one or more family meetings:
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Let’s explore the topics that will be discussed during family meetings.
6.B – Prepare a meeting agenda that includes the following topics, review it with your parent or guardian, and then carry out one or more family meetings:
Requirement
A crisis situation within your family and whom you can turn to for support during these situations.
Facing Family Challenges: Finding Support in Tough Times
Every family goes through difficult moments, whether it’s illness, financial stress, conflict, or loss. These situations can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. In this family meeting, you’ll think about what a family crisis might look like and explore who you can turn to for support
Family Crises
A crisis is a major life event that can disrupt normal functioning. Even if it affects just one person, the whole family may feel the impact, especially when multiple stressors occur, several members are involved, the event is hard to manage, or support resources are limited.
Suggested Family Activity: Building Your Support Network
Let’s start by imagining a difficult situation. It doesn’t have to be a major event, just something that would cause stress for your family.
Example: Imagine a family member losing their job.
How would you feel in that situation?
Who is the first person you would want to talk to?
What do you think your family would need from you?
Who is your Support Network?
A support network is a team you can call on for strength and support. Having a support network means you don’t have to go through tough times alone. A Scout is helpful—also think about the ways you support and contribute to the people around you.
Example: Imagine a family member losing their job.
Step 1:Identify your internal team together as a family.
Write down the names of everyone in your immediate family. Beside each name, write down one way you can support them during a hard time.
(e.g., "I can help with chores for Mom," "I can listen to my sibling when they’re upset").
Step 2: Expand your support network list.
For each family member on your list, write down how they might be able to help you during a tough situation.
(e.g., "Grandma can offer calm advice," "My coach can talk with me about my stress.")
Step 3: Discuss together.
Share with each other what you all wrote down and talk about how each person’s role contributes to your overall strength
