{"id":1199,"date":"2014-03-26T11:27:23","date_gmt":"2014-03-26T18:27:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ext100.wsu.edu\/skagit\/?page_id=1199"},"modified":"2025-11-17T15:29:03","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T23:29:03","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/skagit\/4h-youth\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked 4-H Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wsu-row wsu-row--single\" >\r\n    \n<div class=\"wsu-column\"  style=\"\">\r\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">General<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__94654\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What is 4-H?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__94654\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>4-H is a voluntary, informal education program for young people ages 5 &#8211; 19.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__29441\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>Isn&#8217;t 4-H just for farm kids?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__29441\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>No! 4-H is for all young people, regardless of where they live, what their backgounds are, or what interests them. Today in Washington most 4-H members are from urban areas and they participate in projects to learn many different life skills.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__35883\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What do the H&#8217;s stand for?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__35883\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>Head, Heart, Hands and Health. Members pledge:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;My head to clearer thinking<br>My heart to greater loyalty<br>My hands to larger service<br>My health the better living, for my club, my community, my country and my world.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__48211\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What are the 4-H emblem, motto, and slogan?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__48211\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>A green four-leaf clover with a white &#8220;H&#8221; on each clover leaf is the 4-H emblem. Green and white are the colors. The 4-H motto is &#8220;To Make the Best Better.&#8221; The 4-H slogan is &#8220;Learn By Doing.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__69547\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>Who conducts 4-H?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__69547\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>The Washington 4-H program is conducted by Washington State University Extension at the Washington State University at Pullman. County and state programs are directed by Extension staff who train and support volunteers who work with 4-H members. Offices are located in every county in Washington. An Extension Council comprised of local residents serves in an advisory capacity to the Extension staff to coordinate, organize, and plan programming in the unit.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__96133\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>Who funds 4-H?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__96133\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>Washington State University Extension receives funding from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the state of Washington, and local county boards. A variety of private donors also fund Extension.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__79371\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What does it cost to join?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__79371\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>There is a yearly enrollment fee. Contact the office for more information.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__64967\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>Why do young people like 4-H?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__64967\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>4-H provides a chance to learn new things, develop new skills, travel to new places, experience new situations, make new friends, and most importantly have lots of fun.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clubs<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__52459\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>How do you join?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__52459\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>Call the Skagit County Extension office at 360-395-2356<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__61221\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What is a club?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__61221\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>A club is a group of young people ages 5 to 19, guided by an adult leader. Clubs meet for at least six sessions during the year and have a planned program. Members elect officers and each member chooses one or more projects. A club may explore a single subject or several subjects. 4-H members elect club officers, conduct their own business, work together on community service activities, meet new friends, and most important, have lots of fun.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__79163\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>How often do clubs meet?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__79163\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>Most clubs meet once or twice a month all year long, depending on what the group wants to do. The 4-H year runs from October 1 to September 30. Members may be enrolled at any time during the year, however, in order to show at the county fair, they must be enrolled by May 1<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__13591\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>Where do 4-H clubs meet?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__13591\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>A 4-H club may be organized on a community or neighborhood basis and use local facilities or members&#8217; homes.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__91981\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>When do clubs meet and how long do meetings last?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__91981\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>This depends on the group. Many community clubs meet for an hour or two after school, in the evening, or on Saturday. The most important thing is to have a regular time to get together. School clubs may meet for an hour or two during the school day.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__76596\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>How big should a club be?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__76596\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>This depends on the age of the members, the places they have to meet, and the leadership available.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__71475\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What do 4-H clubs do at meetings?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__71475\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>4-H clubs usually participate in four general kinds of activities during the meeting. They have a business meeting, special interest programs, project work, and recreation or social activities. Clubs may have a little business to conduct, may work on their projects for a while, and then play a game or two. Sometimes the whole meeting is devoted to one topic.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Projects<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__88562\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What are 4-H projects?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__88562\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>4-H projects are challenging, but practical, planned courses of study with learning experiences centered on a specific subject. Members usually work on a project (subject area) for a year. Hands-on, learn-by-doing involvement is the most important aspect of a project. Making, growing, caring for, observing, and participating are all involved in 4-H projects. Over 175 projects are currently available in the Washington 4-H program.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__16994\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What does a 4-H project cost?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__16994\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>It varies. Members are responsible for the cost of supplies for projects. Some projects might use supplies from around the house while others might invest hundreds of dollars in their project. The cost of the project should be realistic to the family situation.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__67872\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>Are 4-H members expected to do their own project work?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__67872\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>Yes, with help. Members are expected to select at least one project and complete one or more learning experiences related to the project during the year. 4-H is a &#8220;learn by doing&#8221; program. Leaders, junior leaders, and parents may tell or show members how, but members are expected to learn to do things themselves.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__46726\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>Are projects done individually or as a group?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__46726\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>Both. It varies among projects and among clubs. Some projects, like breads or visual arts, are more fun done as a group. Others, like making a dress or growing a garden, will be done individually. Some clubs have several project leaders and do specific project work at club meetings while others rely on parents and others to help members individually.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__54866\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What is an exhibit?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__54866\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>An exhibit is an object or display designed to show something that the members have accomplished. Ideally it motivates members to learn and to have fun in a 4-H project. An exhibit is not an end in itself nor does it measure all the learning that takes place in a project. Self-recognition and self-satisfaction for having completed a project are important rewards. A ribbon is only one measure of success.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leaders and Parents<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__26216\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What are 4-H leaders?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__26216\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>Volunteer leaders are the backbone of the 4-H program. They are adults who work voluntarily with a group of 4-H members. Volunteers go through a youth protection application and screening process before they are enrolled as leaders. Additionally, volunteers receive training in skills they will need to become successful 4-H volunteers.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__98712\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>Are there different kinds of leaders?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__98712\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>There are three general categories of local 4-H volunteers: main club or organizational leaders, project leaders, and activity leaders. Organizational leaders guide the overall organization of the club, help it function smoothly, and maintain communications among the member families and between the club and the Extension unit office. Project leaders work with members enrolled in a specific project or project area, assisting them to plan and carry out experiences that will help them reach their learning goals in the project. Activity leaders work with members in planning and carrying out specific activities for the club as a whole.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__18951\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>Can the same person be a project and an organizational leader?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__18951\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>Sure, if they have the time and interest. Sometimes big clubs divide these jobs and have several project leaders to meet the interests those 4-H members have.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__29011\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>How many leaders should a 4-H club have?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__29011\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>That depends on the size of the club and the age of the members. At least two are recommended. The average club has 3 to 5 leaders.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__46126\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>Where would one learn how to be a 4-H leader?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__46126\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>The Extension office is the first point of contact. The local staff here includes a 4-H Program Coordinator and other support staff. After completing the screening process, the volunteer would be enrolled and placed on the 4-H leaders&#8217; mailing list. Orientation would be provided. Leaders are invited to special training meetings and provided with the materials needed to conduct a 4-H club. An experienced leader nearby may also help with questions.<\/p>\n\n        <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wsu-accordion\">\r\n    <h3 id=\"unique-id-1__43982\" class=\"wsu-accordion__title\">\r\n        <button class=\"wsu-accordion__title-button wsu-accordion--toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"unique-id-1__content\"><strong>What&#8217;s expected of parents?<\/strong><\/button>\r\n    <\/h3>\r\n    <div id=\"unique-id-1__content\" class=\"wsu-accordion__content\" aria-labelledby=\"unique-id-1__43982\">\r\n        <div class=\"wsu-accordion__content-inner\">\r\n            \n\n<p>Children need parental encouragement to get them started in 4-H and to keep them involved in the program in later years. Parents can help by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sharing<\/strong> &#8211; provide encouragement and take interest in 4-H projects and activities. Listen, look, and offer suggestions, but avoid the temptation to &#8220;take over&#8221; and do things. Children learn by their mistakes as well as successes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Preparing<\/strong> &#8211; assist by helping children understand the value of doing projects, having duties in the club, and following through on responsibilities as expected by others.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Being there<\/strong> &#8211; Children gain more from 4-H by attending meetings regularly and getting involved in 4-H activities. Parents are welcome at meetings and are encouraged to stay and observe. Lend a hand whenever possible. However, remember that 4-H clubs are for kids.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caring<\/strong> &#8211; arrange to participate whenever possible. 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