THE COUPLE CHECKUP

Getting the Most from the Couple Checkup!

WELCOME

3818 -161st Pl SEMill Creek, WA 98012

www.LifelineForFamilies.com

WHAT WE’LL COVER

• What is the Couple Checkup? • How can I benefit from using the Couple Checkup?

• Multiple ideas on how and why to use the Couple Checkup

• 4 Keys to Success

RELEVANT QUESTIONS•Are you satisfied with the scope of your organization’s work with couples?

•Would you have a physical only once in your life time?

•Why should I use Couple Checkup when Prepare/Enrich works so well?

UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCES

• A lighter, less technical version• Flexible for multiple uses• A Discussion Guide is included for couple interaction with the assessment

• A Group report is available to understand group dynamics

• Written in the style of a “self help” tool.

• Results come directly to the couple

UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCES PT. 2

• Still based on the Core Relationship scales found in Prepare / Enrich

• New scales have been added such as military service, personal stress profile and more

• Includes a comprehensive “Discussion Guide” full of helpful discussion starters and exercises

SAMPLES OF LANGUAGE

FROM THE DISCUSSION GUIDE

CHECKUP IS FOR ALL COUPLES

• Dating Couples--over 6 million cohabiting couples need to decide whether or not to marry.

• Engaged Couples--only 40% of engaged couples receive premarital preparation.

• Married Couples--wait too long to find help, when issues are “critical”.

1.Discover 2.Share3.Celebrate4. Implement

Four Keys to Success

Get couples to take the Couple Checkup -Taking an online relationship inventory and generating a Couple Checkup Report will pique their curiosity. 

SUCCESS KEY # 1 “DISCOVER”

As they explore their results, each couple will discover both strengths and issues.  They'll see where they agree and disagree and gain insight into one another's perceptions of their relationships. 

A couple needs to know where they're starting from to chart a course for where they want to go. 

TAILOR-MADE TO EACH COUPLE

• Online--takes advantage of the power of computers and the internet.

• First asks variety of background questions.• Selects most relevant scales for each couple

from over 60 scales. Including Military. • Result is a tailored assessment, unique for

each couple.• Each person takes it separately from any

internet location.

CHECKUP REPORT• Results in Seconds

• 17-25 page Report

• Highlights Strengths

• Flexible PDF file to review and print

• Can forward to Facilitator

DISCUSSION GUIDE

• Suggestions

• Couple Exercises

• Discussion Q’s

• Church Based with

Scriptures is available

SUCCESS KEY # 2 “SHARING”

Set up accountability to the process!    We encourage couples to engage in discussion in a "let's discover new dynamics in our relationship" rather than "let's fix something.”

How can you create a safe environment for open discussion?  The topics covered in the Couple Checkup help generate productive conversations couples wouldn't otherwise have; conversations that apply specifically to their relationship.

* Research Shows that if couple will complete the materials their relationships will improve

GROUP REPORT

The Group Report gives a detailed overview of the groups dynamics, Strength and Growth areas.

GROUP REPORT

• Create at positive "Buzz" Just like any other program we offer, we have to create a "Buzz" The more you get to participate, the more people will be having parking-lot conversations about the Couple Checkup.

• When you promote Marriage Enrichment present it as:

• Couples making a good marriage better• Making available a marriage enrichment tool• We can all benefit from learning new skills• Discover the next step to a stronger relationship

• Share from the pulpit that Pastor and Spouse are taking the profile and encourage participation. Share a learned insight from your profile

IDEAS - WHAT OTHERS HAVE DONE

IDEAS - WHAT OTHERS HAVE DONE.

You can:• Preach a sermon series, over multiple weeks,

using the themes of the Discussion Guide as your topics. Have people do the exercises along with you and your spouse each week.

• Launch small groups or Sunday/midweek classes that use the Discussion Guide as an outline for 6 to 8 sessions.

• Offer a weekend retreat where you "go deeper" into the subjects presented.

SUCCESS KEY # 3 “CELEBRATE”

• Have Couples share testimonials in services of how their relationships grew or changed for the better.

• You may want to consider having a special marriage celebration dinner or potluck. Call it a "date night" and offer a short, fun program and child care.

"DISCOVERING ISSUES IS ALSO CONSIDERED SUCCESS"

• The outcomes, in some cases, might be conflict in relationships that is stirred up

• Have Prepare-Enrich Trained Coaches/Mentors ready to meet with couples with more serious problems.

• Circulate an approved referral list of counselors and therapists for your leaders to use if necessary

BENEFITS TO COUPLES

• Couple enjoys getting back results

• Primes couples for positive change

• Personalizes content and scales

• Highlights Strengths & Issues

• Guided interaction keep couples engaged in the process

BENEFITS TO ORGANIZATIONS

• Easy to use for Coaching and Mentoring

• Primes couples for your Group Program

• Personalizes your Program for Couples

• Group Report insights focus outcomes

• Connects couples to other couples in your organization

SUCCESS KEY # 4 “IMPLEMENT”

Visit www.couplecheckup.com Use These tools!”

Step #1 - Consider purchasing the “Couple Checkup” book as a resource

(includes free code for one person)

Discounted to $16.95

www.CoupleCheckup.com/bookstore

Step 2Explore the Free Resources

• Click on for Group Leaders Tab & Explore

• Set up a Group (Free of charge) - This opens the Group resources to you

• Download Group Leaders Help Guide

• Small Group Study Guide (Church-based)

Step 3 • Make a list of 5 couples who would make great Coaches. Have them take the Couple Checkup. Then have an informational meeting with them to discuss possibilities.

• Plan a Marriage Enrichment cycle for your group and get it on the Calendar.

• Consider using the CC for a weekend retreat.

MORE INFORMATION

www.LifelineForFamilies.com

luke@lifelineff.comLuke Direct Phone 206-356-

7155

PREPARE - ENRICHCustomer Service

800-331-1661