The majority of the members should already have a connection to the focus person if possible. The members should be loving, caring people who are generally known within the church community as persons who are concerned about others. The focus person should be involved as much as possible in identifying people to invite to the circle. This is important in gaining the confidence of the individual. It will depend on the concerns being addressed and whether they are of a critical nature.
Members listen, discern and act.
Day to Day Living Needs finances housing employment special equipment 3. Conclusion A Circle of Support may not place all the challenges of life on nice neat piles and get it all under control. What it can do though is invite interested people into a unified front, working together to face the joys and challenges of daily living. That alone can lighten the feelings of being overwhelmed, and give a new perspective on life.