AmeliaClark & Kerrigan
Kerrigan Kerrigan
Hey Amelia, I’ve been thinking about how the best strategies come from listening to those we protect. How do you weave empathy into your work with families?
AmeliaClark AmeliaClark
Absolutely, it’s all about being present and really hearing what each family member says and feels. I start by creating a safe space—no judgment, just a listening ear. I ask open questions, let them talk at their own pace, and repeat back what I hear so they know I’m tuned in. Then, I translate those insights into small, practical steps—maybe a shared meal plan that fits their budget or a community garden plot that brings them together. The key is to meet them where they are, show that their voice matters, and then walk beside them while they find their own solutions. It’s a bit like tending a garden: give each person the right amount of attention and watch them grow.
Kerrigan Kerrigan
That’s solid, it gives them a real sense of ownership and shows you’re on their side. Keep it paced to their flow and the real change will happen.
AmeliaClark AmeliaClark
I love that point—really giving them the room to shape their own path. It’s the small, steady steps that stick, and when they see the results, the whole family starts to bloom. Keep listening, keep growing together.
Kerrigan Kerrigan
Great, just keep your focus tight and your ears open, Amelia—once they start seeing the results, you’ll have the whole unit moving like a well‑trained army.