Raising the self-esteem of Little Pals is the primary goal. The volunteer is a role model, advisor and advocate. The emphasis is on the role of the young father as an integral and important source of support to his child and as a respected partner in parenting. Friendly Visitor Program is staffed by volunteers who provide friendship, companionship and caring concern to lonely people who may be homebound and have limited contact with the community. Regular visits are made by trained volunteers to private homes, apartments, and group homes.
Volunteers assist with tutoring.
KWYS provides support to local schools and students. Linkages To Learning services are provided at school sites to at-risk children and families to improve performance in school, home, and community. Through puppets, volunteers encourage youngsters to think and talk about the sensitive issues surrounding those topics. Montgomery County Hotline is a 24-hour telephone active listening, information, and referral service. The service provides confidential, anonymous support and crisis prevention by trained counselors.