CURRENT MENTOR SUPPORT
Resources
These resources are available from a variety of sources, including the Delaware Mentoring Council, the National Mentoring Partnership and other organizations concerned with youth issues. Please use the contact number listed with each resource to place an order.
No matter how much you enjoy being a mentor, there are probably times when you think, "So now what do I do?"
In this section not only will you find activities to do with your mentee, but you will also find exercises you can do to improve your mentoring skills.
Activities
- Mentor.org Activities
Mentoring is serious business, but it should be enjoyable all the same. The trick is to find activities that you both enjoy and that keep the lines of communication open.
Training
- Creative Mentoring
If the program you choose to join does not have a comprehensive mentor training program, free training sessions are available through Creative Mentoring. Training schedules are available at Creative Mentoring's website. - How to Be a Great Mentor
Comprehensive news and training guide produced by The National Mentoring Partnership, Kaplan Educational Centers and Newsweek magazine (individual copies free: 302-831-0520; bulk copies 1-800-272-8306; Order #210; $5.95 plus shipping, bulk discount available). - Learn To Mentor
Interested in brushing up on your mentoring skills? Looking for guidance on how to work with your mentee on setting goals? Check out our online training for mentors. Whether you are just exploring mentoring or are a current mentor looking for new ideas or skills then Learn to Mentor can help (www.mentoring.org).
General Volunteer Infomation
- Keeping Youth Drug Free: A Guide for Parents, Grandparents, Elders, Mentors and Other Caregivers
This helpful guide offers practical advice on how to talk to children about alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs. From the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention: 1-800-729-6686; free or at this link.
Information in this section was provided courtesy of MENTOR/National Mentoring Partnership
