Be a Little
The Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) is looking for children and youth who will be matched with a uniquely suited adult over 18 years of age to talk to and share common interests with. Through regular outings, a relationship is developed between the mentor and the mentee that is built on trust and consistency. With the support of their volunteer mentors, children are able to increase their self-confidence, enhance social skills, and engage in new experiences within their community.
CHild & YOUTH REQUIREMENTS
- Your child is between 6 and 17 years old
- You, as the child's primary caregiver, are willing and available to support the mentoring relationship
- Your child is interested in the program and willing to participate
- Your child can easily communiticate their needs
- You do not have any plans to move out of the area for at least 1 year
GOALS to strive for
HIGHER ESTEEM & BELONGING
- relationship skills
- social awareness
- responsible decision making
- self management
- self awareness
BETTER
HEALTH
- positive identity
- mental wellness
- social inclusion & empowerment
ACHIEVEMENTS & HIGHER INCOMES
- school connectedness
- commitment to learning
- enhanced constructive use of time
rewards
Relationship Skills
Mentoring helps a young person communicate clearly, listen well, cooperate with others, resist inappropriate social pressure, negotiate conflict constructively, and seek and offer help when needed.
Social Awareness
Help youth understand the perspectives of others and empathize with them, including those from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Responsible Decision Making
Mentorship means youth make constructive choices about personal behaviour and social interactions based on ethical standards, safety and social norms.
Self Management
Effectively manage stress, control impulses, and motivate themselves to set and achieve goals.
Ready To Become a Little?
Through our website, phone, email or in person!
This will be provided to you from our team
our team will reach out to schedule an in-person meeting
complete the required training that the BBBSNS provides
You will be notified of the status of your application
The BBBSNS team will begin to look for your match
programs available
Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Simcoe offers a variety of free programs for youth ages 6-17 including 1:1 Mentoring, In School Mentoring and Group Mentoring.
