Mentors Plus was initiated in 2008 as an additional intervention for youth ages 14 to 18 who are already involved in a higher level of support in our community (such as Youth@Crossroads, Probation, or Health & Human Services). Each youth is matched with a mentor with previous experience working with adolescents and who is able to spend up to 6 hours per week with their mentee for a commitment of a year. Mentors+ collaborate with parents/schools/therapists/caseworkers/probation officers and others to work towards mutually agreed upon goals. Interventions are strengths-based and solution-focused to strengthen resiliency, break barriers, and encourage change. Want to better understand the differences between Volunteer/Traditional Mentoring and Mentors Plus? Click here.
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