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Organization:
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of St Thomas-Elgin
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Address:
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146 Centre St
St Thomas, ON
N5R 3A3
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Map
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Location:
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St Thomas (Old Courthouse area)
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Hours:
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Mon-Thu 9am-5pm * Fri 9am-4pm
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Executives:
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Carolyn Johson - Executive Director
carolyn.johnsonc@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
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Service Description:
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Mentoring program for children and youth * child is matched with a screened adult volunteer based on mutual interests
In School Mentoring (6-14 years) - A volunteer mentor is matched with a child in an elementary school for about one hour per week (during the school year) to help the child socialize and establish a friendship and a support system
Go Girls! (12-14 years) - A 7-10 week mentoring program for girls in Grade 7 and 8 designed to provide girls with information and support to make good choices related to active living, balanced eating, and self-esteem
Game On! (12-14 years) - Mentoring program for boys in Grade 7 and 8 designed to provide boys with information and support to make healthy, balanced lifestyle choices
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Application:
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Parents/guardians can call directly to initiate service * referrals also from schools, health professionals and community agencies
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Little Brothers and Sisters - Children 6-16 years
Big Brothers and Sisters - 18 years and older with police clearance, medical clearance and character references * must go through a screening and training process
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Interpretation available upon request
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