What are the LOHA activities?

(Organized by TRUCE category – Trust, Resilience, Understanding, Connection, Empathy)

(Build emotional safety and create space for open connection)

Activity	Time	Description
Daily Check-In	5 min	Creates a daily moment for sharing how you’re feeling—builds emotional connection and presence.
Reach Out	5 min	Encourages small actions to connect meaningfully, showing care and attentiveness.
Music Musings	5 min	Share a favourite song and what it means—promotes understanding and empathy through music.
Quick Fire Five	5 min	A fun, fast-paced Q&A to spark curiosity and bonding.
Tech Free Zone	5 min	Creates a short, screen-free space for meaningful emotional check-ins.
Talking Stick	5 min	Everyone takes turns sharing while holding the 'stick'—ensures everyone feels heard and respected.

(Support growth, confidence, and adaptability in difficult situations)

Activity	Time	Description
Self-Care (Parents & Carers)	20 min	Supports parents/carers in managing their own wellbeing to better support their young person.
Shipwreck	20 min	Families collaborate on surviving a “shipwreck” scenario—strengthens teamwork and communication.
Migrating to a Different Life	20 min	Helps families explore and adjust to major life changes or transitions.
Survival Suitcase	20 min	Identify personal and family coping tools—builds emotional preparedness.
Golden Goals	10 min	Encourages setting short- and long-term goals that support hope and direction.
Newspaper Headlines	10 min	Recognises daily wins and achievements—builds self-esteem and positivity.
Dealing with Crises	20 min	Explores how change affects different people and how to support one another through it.
Under Pressure	10 min	Encourages healthy expression of feelings that might normally be suppressed.
Tree of Life	60 min	A deep exploration of strengths, history, identity and emotional resources—supports confidence and resilience.

(Deepen awareness of self, others, values, and family dynamics)

Activity	Time	Description
Family Rules	20 min	Encourages clarity around shared rules and expectations—promotes fairness and emotional safety.
Labels and Brands	20 min	Helps young people define who they are, rather than be defined by others’ labels.
Back to the Future	10 min	Envisions a future beyond current problems—shifts focus from present struggle to possibility.
Family Detective	10 min	Explores family identity and characteristics—supports personal insight and stronger bonds.
Living the Dream	20 min	Encourages small changes toward a more fulfilling family life.
Family Crest	10 min	Families design a symbol representing their values and identity—strengthens unity.
Independence	10 min	Helps young people explore responsibility and autonomy within safe boundaries.

(Foster shared experiences and grow closer through meaningful interaction)

Activity	Time	Description
Mind Reading	10 min	Promotes curiosity about each other’s thoughts and feelings—builds deeper connection.
Jackanory – Share a Story	10 min	Storytelling strengthens connection and shared understanding through humour and narrative.
Spa Day	10 min	A calming, nurturing activity to show care and boost emotional connection.
Planning an Outing	20 min	Helps family members clarify expectations, share responsibility, and cooperate.
Walk Down Memory Lane	20 min	Encourages reflection and discussion about a lost loved one—supports grief and connection.
Who Do You Think You Are?	20 min	Sharing family stories helps build identity, pride, and resilience.
Crazy 8	10 min	Promotes creative problem-solving using imagination—especially good for stuck patterns.

(Develop compassion, emotional literacy, and mutual understanding)

Activity	Time	Description
Juggling Feelings	10 min	Helps young people name and express feelings—normalises emotional experiences.
Mood Barometer	10 min	Helps track and share emotions—supports emotional safety and empathy.
Press Conference	10 min	Gives someone space to share a personal experience while others listen respectfully.
Family Podcast	20 min	Encourages storytelling and open discussion in a creative, non-judgmental way.
Antiques Roadshow	20 min	Demonstrates how people can hold different views and still connect with compassion.
Hustle & Bustle	20 min	Identifies daily stressors and explores how they contribute to frustration or conflict.
Daemons	10 min	Helps young people explore their inner thoughts or “guiding voice” for emotional balance.
Changing Places	10 min	Encourages stepping into someone else’s shoes—powerful for reducing conflict.
It’s a Feeling	20 min	Maps feelings in the body and supports emotional regulation and awareness.

Full list of the LOHA activities.