Develop a life plan to achieve individual and family goals.

Life plan should include

  • short-term goals and long-term goals for the individual
  • short-term goals and long-term goals for the family
  • strategies to achieve the goals
  • timeline for reaching the goals
  • evaluation or reassessment of the goals. 

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

  • Why is it important for individuals and families to determine short-term and long-term goals?
  • What resources are available to help guide setting goals, and what can be learned when goals have to be reassessed?

Communication

  • How can short-term goals help individuals and families achieve long-term goals?
  • How can communication skills help in developing a life plan?

Leadership

  • What leadership skills can help individuals and families establish and carry out goals?
  • How can establishing goals help leaders to improve their leadership skills?

Management

  • How often should goals be evaluated to see if changes are needed?
  • How can critical thinking skills be a benefit when managing short- and long-term goals?