As their relationship develops, mentors also help their youth set and achieve goals for academic achievement and healthy, safe behaviors. They often help with homework, but their most important task is listening and offering encouragement. Mentor applicants are required to fill out an application, submit to criminal and human services background checks, and be interviewed by Smith. Mentoring takes time, but mentors receive as much as they give. Most mentors remember a special adult who made a difference in their lives when they were young by listening and encouraging them.
People are concerned about minding their own business, rather that getting involved.
Unfortunately, the need for caring adults has increased with more single-parent families or both parents working long hours. Mentoring programs are springing up around the country. USC is surrounded by them. 250 2nd Ave. Please send me an application.