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Date(s) - September 17
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Home visits are more than checklists, they’re opportunities to connect, build trust, and create meaningful experiences for families. This interactive session guides participants in designing visits that are intentional, engaging, and yes, fun! You’ll explore creative ways to make home visits feel less routine while still supporting families’ goals and needs.
Participants will learn strategies for connecting with families who may not yet be ready to take action, navigating the emotions that come with slow progress, and recognizing the real impact of consistent presence and support. Through real-life scenarios, discussion, and practical tools, participants will leave with a clear framework for conducting home visits that foster engagement, empower families, and bring energy, creativity, and joy to every interaction, all while maintaining confidence, professionalism, and relational awareness.
Instructor, Sofia Nivar, LCSW, is a bilingual licensed social worker, psychotherapist, and wellness strategist dedicated to promoting wellness, reflection, and joy in the workplace. With almost two decades of experience across child welfare, public defense, behavioral health, and early childhood systems, Sofia is deeply committed to supporting professionals and families through times of growth, transition, and healing. She has most recently served for 10 years as program director for South Bronx Healthy Families at BronxCare Health System. As President, and CEO of S.N. Consulting Services Corp., Sofia partners with organizations to enhance staff wellness, reflective supervision, and leadership development. Known for her warmth, authenticity, and humor, she creates spaces where learning feels meaningful, empowering, and deeply human. Sofia believes that when we nurture ourselves and one another, we can create stronger teams and better serve the families and communities who depend on us.
