Training for Humans

“The training was responsive to the needs of the group and avoided the one-size-fits-all approach. We came away from the training with a sense of connection that has stayed with us to this day.”

- 2023 Training Participant

Co-facilitated by Lived Experts and Humans, this highly personal 8-week program offers stories and examples from facilitators to ground learning in. Topics covered allow participants the opportunity to self-reflect on their own life experiences as well as learn more about common experiences shared by Lived Experts.

Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of themselves as well as practical strategies for connection, self-regulation and navigating the challenges of permanency journeys.

Topics Discussed Include:

  • Reflecting on hopes, dreams, expectations and success

  • Impacts of grief, loss and trauma on Humans and Lived Experts

  • Attachment cycles and styles

  • Practical strategies for building connections: trustworthiness, validation, appreciation and attunement

  • Unpacking power and privilege through a lens of intersectionality

  • The three realms of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)

  • Identifying available community and self-resourced supports

Upcoming Orientations and Training for Humans:

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Training for Humans Fall 2025 Begins
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Training for Humans Fall 2025 Begins

Training for Humans is an 8-week program that begins to map out in-depth and evidence-based expectations, hopes, and strategies for being a Human.

Step 1

Watch Pre-Recorded, Orientation Part 1:
The Importance of Permanency (90 Minutes).

Step 2

Register for Orientation Part 2: What Does it Mean to be a Never Too Late (NTL) “Human”? Find upcoming offerings

Step 3

Express interest in
Training for Humans after Orientation Part 2
(details follow Orientation).

Details

  • The training is open to anyone who has already been connected to a Lived Expert who is 16+ as well as to individuals who are interested in exploring becoming a Human.

  • No, this training is offered at no cost to participants.

  • The training generally occurs over the course of 8 weeks, with one 3-hr session per week.

  • We generally offer this training virtually in the Fall and sometimes in the Spring.

  • We generally expect folks to complete Orientation Sessions prior to attending Training for Humans.

    Orientations are meant to support you in determining if you would like to commit to Training for Humans. Once registered for Orientation, Never Too Late (NTL) will follow up with you about registering for Training for Humans.

  • One of our most frequently asked questions! Participating in Never Too Late (NTL) programs and offerings does not guarantee that you will be connected to a Lived Expert. To learn more, visit the Making Connection page.