The Training
From planning to follow-up, we work with you every step of the way to make your Gettin' By session relevant, valuable, and smooth-running.
The Process
Step 1
Plan
An intro conversation to learn about your group and see the game in action.
Step 2
Enroll
Sign up as an org or have individuals register. Everyone gets what they need.
Step 3
Train
Fast-paced, interactive, and fully engaging. Not another boring training.
Step 4
Takeaways
Practical tools and an ethical framework to use right away.
Step 5
Follow-Up
An optional session six weeks later to reinforce learning.
The Day of Training
Format options
Available in person with physical game sets or virtually via Zoom. Choose full facilitation or the Do-It-Yourself option.
Duration
2 hours. Fast-paced and fully interactive from start to finish.
- Game walkthrough and demonstration before play begins
- Facilitator support, guidance during play, and structured debrief
- Interactive presentation on how poverty affects the body, brain, and behavior
- Guided discussion to apply learning to everyday work
- Downloadable takeaway materials for every participant
- Documentation of participation available upon request
- Game sets shipped with return labels included for in-person sessions
What Participants Take Away
- A first-hand experience of how poverty changes the brain
- A better understanding of how to recognize the mental burden of scarcity
- Real-life grounding in the social determinants of health
- Practical strategies for working more effectively with people in poverty
- An ethical framework for building a poverty-sensitive mindset
- Continuing Education credits for eligible professionals
Upcoming & Past Clients
Organizations we've had the privilege of working with
Upcoming events
Gettin' By Webinar
Open to the publicAlaska Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Education Summit
ConferenceMichigan Counseling Association (MCA) 2026 Virtual Conference
ConferenceNASW Georgia
Sponsored WebinarMI Through the Lens of Poverty
ClientPast clients
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Get in touchWhat people are saying
“This got to the heart of what it feels like to have no good options and still have to keep going. In one hour, I got a better glimpse of how povery affects decision- making than in years of work."
“This was one of the best trainings I have participated in.”
“For a few minutes, I got to feel a little of what people with limited resources may be feeling.”
“The game was eye-opening — stressful, but deeply thought-provoking.”
“I learned so much from this workshop, and I am able to better serve my clients because of it.”
“A hands-on way to understand how limited resources shape decision-making.”
“This truly put a lot of things in perspective.”
“Phenomenal presentation.”
“Thank you for a new way of presenting materials — fun and impactful.”
“This was anxiety provoking and triggering. That being said, anyone working in direct service should experience this game.”