What I have learned coaching and training teams is how those teams view the parent partner as the initial gatekeeper to the family—a Sentinel, first at the gate to gain access to the parents or caregivers.
Cultural humility is more than a professional competency: It is an ongoing practice of self-reflection, openness and genuine curiosity about the experiences of others.
Our first conversations and early interactions with families are crucial to the process. Engagement happens when families decide whether this process feels safe and respectful.
Just as Wraparound thrives through connection, so does this process. If you have questions or need guidance, the UC Davis Resource Center for Family-Focused Practice (RCFFP) is ready to help.
