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VOLUME 2 • NUMBER
7 • JULY 2016 |
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Seniors and Mentoring
During retirement, many seniors choose to use their free time to give back to
the community. One of the many ways older adults can make a meaningful
contribution is by mentoring young people. A mentoring relationship is a
mutually beneficial connection between a knowledgeable, more experienced mentor
(adult) and a younger, less experienced mentee (child or teen) who support and
learn from each other. Having regular meetings with a mentor often improves a
child's attitude, behavior, relationships, aspirations, life outlook, and
overall well-being over time. For many seniors, mentoring is an enjoyable,
rewarding activity that facilitates:
- Acting as a positive
role-model to someone in need
- Getting involved and giving
back to the community
- Passing on societal values and
cultural traditions
- Sharing stories, experiences,
and life lessons
- Imparting knowledge and
sharpening skills
- Learning new innovations and
technologies
- Better understanding youth and
the issues that affect them
- Bridging the gap in the
generational divide
Finding Mentoring Opportunities
Contact local schools, libraries, hospitals, community and youth centers to
learn about mentoring opportunities. Visit the following sites for more
information.
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Senior Corps – Become a foster grandparent
- iCouldBe – Virtually
mentor at-risk youth
- MENTOR – Find mentoring opportunities in
your community
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A Message from Dr. Marco
Dr. Noah Marco, Chief Medical Officer |
Seniors who foster strong, positive relationships with
young people realize several important benefits, some of
which include an enhanced sense of accomplishment, life
satisfaction, and self-confidence. Senior mentors are
also more likely to live an active lifestyle with
increased levels of mental and physical stimulation.
When aging adults dedicate their time to helping others,
they may be more aware of their ability to act as
contributing members of society. Mentoring also can help
to decrease the likelihood of depression,
isolation, and alienation.
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