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The COUPLE CHECKUP. Getting the Most from the Couple Checkup!. Welcome. 3818 -161 st Pl SE Mill Creek, WA 98012. www.LifelineForFamilies.com. What We’ll Cover. What is the Couple Checkup? How can I benefit from using the Couple Checkup? - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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WHAT WE’LL COVER
• What is the Couple Checkup? • How can I benefit from using the Couple Checkup?
• Multiple ideas on how and why to use the Couple Checkup
• 4 Keys to Success
RELEVANT QUESTIONS•Are you satisfied with the scope of your organization’s work with couples?
•Would you have a physical only once in your life time?
•Why should I use Couple Checkup when Prepare/Enrich works so well?
UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCES
• A lighter, less technical version• Flexible for multiple uses• A Discussion Guide is included for couple interaction with the assessment
• A Group report is available to understand group dynamics
• Written in the style of a “self help” tool.
• Results come directly to the couple
UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCES PT. 2
• Still based on the Core Relationship scales found in Prepare / Enrich
• New scales have been added such as military service, personal stress profile and more
• Includes a comprehensive “Discussion Guide” full of helpful discussion starters and exercises
CHECKUP IS FOR ALL COUPLES
• Dating Couples--over 6 million cohabiting couples need to decide whether or not to marry.
• Engaged Couples--only 40% of engaged couples receive premarital preparation.
• Married Couples--wait too long to find help, when issues are “critical”.
Get couples to take the Couple Checkup -Taking an online relationship inventory and generating a Couple Checkup Report will pique their curiosity.
SUCCESS KEY # 1 “DISCOVER”
As they explore their results, each couple will discover both strengths and issues. They'll see where they agree and disagree and gain insight into one another's perceptions of their relationships.
A couple needs to know where they're starting from to chart a course for where they want to go.
TAILOR-MADE TO EACH COUPLE
• Online--takes advantage of the power of computers and the internet.
• First asks variety of background questions.• Selects most relevant scales for each couple
from over 60 scales. Including Military. • Result is a tailored assessment, unique for
each couple.• Each person takes it separately from any
internet location.
CHECKUP REPORT• Results in Seconds
• 17-25 page Report
• Highlights Strengths
• Flexible PDF file to review and print
• Can forward to Facilitator
DISCUSSION GUIDE
• Suggestions
• Couple Exercises
• Discussion Q’s
• Church Based with
Scriptures is available
SUCCESS KEY # 2 “SHARING”
Set up accountability to the process! We encourage couples to engage in discussion in a "let's discover new dynamics in our relationship" rather than "let's fix something.”
How can you create a safe environment for open discussion? The topics covered in the Couple Checkup help generate productive conversations couples wouldn't otherwise have; conversations that apply specifically to their relationship.
* Research Shows that if couple will complete the materials their relationships will improve
GROUP REPORT
The Group Report gives a detailed overview of the groups dynamics, Strength and Growth areas.
• Create at positive "Buzz" Just like any other program we offer, we have to create a "Buzz" The more you get to participate, the more people will be having parking-lot conversations about the Couple Checkup.
• When you promote Marriage Enrichment present it as:
• Couples making a good marriage better• Making available a marriage enrichment tool• We can all benefit from learning new skills• Discover the next step to a stronger relationship
• Share from the pulpit that Pastor and Spouse are taking the profile and encourage participation. Share a learned insight from your profile
IDEAS - WHAT OTHERS HAVE DONE
IDEAS - WHAT OTHERS HAVE DONE.
You can:• Preach a sermon series, over multiple weeks,
using the themes of the Discussion Guide as your topics. Have people do the exercises along with you and your spouse each week.
• Launch small groups or Sunday/midweek classes that use the Discussion Guide as an outline for 6 to 8 sessions.
• Offer a weekend retreat where you "go deeper" into the subjects presented.
SUCCESS KEY # 3 “CELEBRATE”
• Have Couples share testimonials in services of how their relationships grew or changed for the better.
• You may want to consider having a special marriage celebration dinner or potluck. Call it a "date night" and offer a short, fun program and child care.
"DISCOVERING ISSUES IS ALSO CONSIDERED SUCCESS"
• The outcomes, in some cases, might be conflict in relationships that is stirred up
• Have Prepare-Enrich Trained Coaches/Mentors ready to meet with couples with more serious problems.
• Circulate an approved referral list of counselors and therapists for your leaders to use if necessary
BENEFITS TO COUPLES
• Couple enjoys getting back results
• Primes couples for positive change
• Personalizes content and scales
• Highlights Strengths & Issues
• Guided interaction keep couples engaged in the process
BENEFITS TO ORGANIZATIONS
• Easy to use for Coaching and Mentoring
• Primes couples for your Group Program
• Personalizes your Program for Couples
• Group Report insights focus outcomes
• Connects couples to other couples in your organization
SUCCESS KEY # 4 “IMPLEMENT”
Visit www.couplecheckup.com Use These tools!”
Step #1 - Consider purchasing the “Couple Checkup” book as a resource
(includes free code for one person)
Discounted to $16.95
Step 2Explore the Free Resources
• Click on for Group Leaders Tab & Explore
• Set up a Group (Free of charge) - This opens the Group resources to you
• Download Group Leaders Help Guide
• Small Group Study Guide (Church-based)
Step 3 • Make a list of 5 couples who would make great Coaches. Have them take the Couple Checkup. Then have an informational meeting with them to discuss possibilities.
• Plan a Marriage Enrichment cycle for your group and get it on the Calendar.
• Consider using the CC for a weekend retreat.
MORE INFORMATION
www.LifelineForFamilies.com
[email protected] Direct Phone 206-356-
7155
PREPARE - ENRICHCustomer Service
800-331-1661