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One-to-One Mentor VolunteersAll children need special adults in their life to serve as role models, listening ears, and to provide supportive guidance. Many children are able to meet these needs through persons such as parents, grandparents, coaches, day care providers or teachers. For other children, an additional special person can be a crucial link in fostering emotional, social and educational development. Our One-to-One Mentoring Program promotes a supportive, one-to-one relationship between adults and children. The mentor-mentee relationship facilitates a child’s education, social and personal growth. The mentor takes a younger person under his or her wing and offers advice, support and encouragement. Is It For Me?If you are an adult, at least 21 years old, who wishes to volunteer as a mentor and are willing to share your experiences and time in order to aid in the development of a young person, this program may be for you. A one-year commitment to the program is required. To be considered for the Mentoring program, a person must complete an application and submit three references. Prospective mentors are interviewed by the Program Coordinator. After the application, Criminal Background, New York State Child Abuse registry checks and reference checks are conducted. For more information about the program and how you might be part of it, please call Anna Masopust, Program Coordinator, at 914-345-5900, extension 231 or contact our Information and Referral Service at 914-345-5900, extension 240 or e-mail us at help@mhawestchester.org. What We DeliverMentors are adult volunteers who provide the nurturing, guidance, challenge and inspiration which are so needed in children’s lives. Mentors visit with their mentee on a one-to-one basis and engage in fun, interesting activities together. Mentors receive continued support and guidance throughout the course of the match to facilitate a successful relationship. Periodically mentor group meetings are held for discussion and sharing of stories, concerns and support. Next is a home visit and interviews between the parent/guardian and prospective mentor. Prospective mentors must attend a training session. The entire screening process may take 4-6 weeks to complete. If accepted, the mentor is then matched to a child. Our online guide to Children’s Activities is a helpful resource to identify activities which may be appropriate for you and your mentee. WhereInitial interviews and training are held at: 2269 Saw Mill River Road, Building 1A Click here for How Can I Get Here? Interviews with the mentee and parent/guardian are held at the Westchester home of the mentee. Mentors pick up their mentee at their home in Westchester and take them on outings. WhenMentors visit with their mentees weekly or bi-monthly, and spend a few hours together. Visits are arranged and agreed upon by the mentor and parent or guardian of the mentee. CostMentors are responsible for all costs incurred during the visits and outings with their mentee. Expenses incurred by mentors are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. Staff/Service ProvidersThe program is managed by a master's level Program Director, a program coordinator, and volunteers provide the services for this program. Link to Another Helpful SiteThe National Mentoring Partnership
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