Circles of Support - How Circles Work

Circles of Support teams come together several times a month, creating opportunities for individual Circles, support for Allies and leadership meetings for the entire community.

Community Leadership Meetings

Participant leaders and Allies meet on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Peace Church, to create networking opportunities, offer support and encouragement, share Circles experiences and learn about each other's journey out of poverty. A meal and childcare are provided.  Transportation is available upon request.

Ally Support Group Meetings

Allies meet on the first Monday of every month from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Peace Church, to support, encourage and network with each other. These meetings allow Allies to talk candidly about their roles and how to be more effective.

Participant Support Group Meeting

Participants meet on the first Thursday of every month from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Peace Church, to support, encourage, and network with each other. These meetings allow participants to share ideas how they can give back to the community, creating social equity where all can benefit. 

Circle Meetings

Once a month, Participants and their Allies come together to discuss goals, brainstorm strategies to overcome existing personal barriers and set realistic goals that can be achieved before the next meeting. The Circle belongs to Allies and Participants, and each take on its own personality. They share their direction and progress through a “snapshot” evaluation. 

Circle Coach

A coach is someone who guides each circle during its infancy and then lets it go to become its own independent circle. Coaches remain a part of the Circle, remotely offering resources to provide ongoing support, information and any necessary referrals.