This is accomplished through the companionship provided in a trusting and caring relationship with mentors. This program allows a volunteer to be a worthwhile influence in a child s life, while having fun at the same time. Volunteers must be at least 19 years of age with sophomore status. The Hampden Family Center is committed to enriching the lives of the Hampden residents through education and professional support and by encouraging individual growth and community fellowship. Volunteers are needed to help children with homework, work on art projects, and clean up at the end of the day.
Volunteers help provide one on one attention for the children, especially during homework time.
If volunteers commit to a day, it is encouraged that they are consistently present. Volunteers must be over the age of 21. New Pathways asks for a one- year commitment, including weekly phone contact with mentee, and monthly face to face contact with mentee. Our Friends Place is a support center for parents and their young children. The children, ages 0-5, are either in a nursery or early head start program.