Family Strengths

Engage families with an intentional, productive, and constructive approach in the context of their support systems, programs, and communities. Recognize, utilize, and enhance families' strengths and promote positive outcomes by providing opportunities, fostering positive relationships, and providing support to build families’ unique strengths and protective factors.

It is important to recognize the many types of family strengths, including: adaptability, cohesion, humor, willingness to try, and networks of support. Strengths can be found in all areas of family life, including family interests and activities; extended family and friends; religious, spiritual, or cultural beliefs; family values and rules; employment and education; emotional or psychological well-being; physical health and nutrition; shelter and safety; income or money; and family interaction.