HOME COMMUNITY PURPOSE

When we acknowledge and talk about stressors that can impact our family’s wellbeing such as the economy, housing insecurity, and threats of substance abuse, then we can be prepare and plan for these challenges and seek support to protect our family. See the back cover for agricultural community resources for families

Agricultural communities have a long history of pulling together to solve problems. By knowing and supporting your neighbors you can increase the resilience in your area. See page 4-5 for how to build connections with neighbors.

When we have a sense of purpose and meaningfulness in our lives and a connection to something bigger than ourselves, then we are better able to withstand tough times. This may be a connection to faith, nature, art, music – whatever it is for you, when you listen to that and feed your higher purpose you can become more resilient. What’s your higher purpose?