Is Kaakbay Kapanalig
 confidential?

Even though the Kaakbay Kapanalig is not a mental health professional, he/she is bound to the same code of confidentiality that any trained professional observes and honors. Your anonymity will be completely protected at all times.

Kaakbay Kapanalig Members

Will the Kaakbay Kapanalig
tell me how to solve my problem?

The Kaakbay Kapanalig task is to listen to you, help you talk about your
problem, to help you express and understand your feelings, and to help
you find your own unique best solution. Kaakbay Kapanalig is CAREprovider not a CUREgiver.

Do you need care?

Who needs care?
Those who are –
Bereaved
Elderly
Lonely or discouraged
Terminally ill and their families
Experiencing a spiritual crisis
Facing life transitions
Separated / annulled
Single parent
Experiencing unplanned pregnancy
… And many more.

How can I get a Kaakbay Kapanalig
Care provider to call on me?

If you are experiencing a struggle in your life, you can call the Kaakbay Kapanalig at _________ and ask for the Referral Coordinator. She will answer any query you may have, and will help you determine if a Catholic care provider
would be helpful and appropriate to your particular situation.

KAAKBAY KAPANALIG

What Is KAAKBAY KAPANALIG

Kaakbay Kapanalig is a lay pastoral care program of specially trained lay persons who enter into a caring relationship with others at times of special need through telephone conversation or personal meeting – bringing emotional and spiritual support.

How Does KAAKBAY KAPANALIG Do This?

Kaakbay Kapanalig accept people as they are without telling them how they ought to be, listen with compassion without giving advice, allows others to make their decisions without trying to decide for them.

How Much Counseling Is Involved In KAAKBAY KAPANALIG?

There is no counseling or advice-giving in Kaakbay Kapanalig. The idea of the ministry is to be a listening presence to those who come.

How Deep Does A KAAKBAY KAPANALIG Responsibility Go?

The ministers are there to listen, not to solve problems or impose solutions.

What Kind of Commitment Would A KAAKBAY KAPANALIG Have To Make?

A Kaakbay Kapanalig candidate agrees to training, a short internship and a willingness to evaluate whether to become a Kaakbay Kapanalig minister.

What Kind Of Training Does A KAAKBAY KAPANALIG Receive?

Being a friend comes naturally. However, skills such as listening and giving feedback in a respectful manner often need strengthening. Thus, Kaakbay Kapanalig training develops and gives direction to gifts and qualities the person already possesses.

Is There Ongoing Support For KAAKBAY KAPANALIG?

Yes, Kaakbay Kapanalig meet  with supervision, to reflect on their ministry and to pray.

Some Questions You May Have About KAAKBAY KAPANALIG are:

Not at all. A Kaakbay Kapanalig cannot take the place of family or friends in someone’s life. For many though, a Kaakbay Kapanalig is a supportive visitor beyond the family.

The frequency will be determined by the kapanalig being cared for and the Kaakbay Kapanalig care provider. A listening presence takes place every week for an hour.

The Kaakbay Kapanalig does not listen to you to gain information. Rather, he or she will  try to support you at this time in your life – without giving advice or making judgments.

OFFICIAL TRAINED LEADERS AND FACILITATORS:

JEAN ABAD
ADORA CABIGAO
TONTON CALOMA
BRO. REY DOMINGO
POTCHIT ILAGAN
REV. FR. ANTON PASCUAL
ELEONOR M. SANTIAGO, MD