What do mentors and mentees do?
The activities of each mentor/mentee relationships are unique. Mentors and mentees should call or e-mail each other at least once a week, and should get together periodically to talk and participate in activities either within the chapter’s adaptive sports programming or on their own (with parent and chapter staff approval) . A form should be supplied to keep a record of all contacts and to log activities. Keep in mind that this is not a “buddy” relationship, but one that furnishes inspiration, self-esteem and nurturing for both parties. Mentors may often provide academic support, attention, concern, and an interest in the well-being of the mentee. Participating in sports/recreation programming together can help the participants form a strong bond while promoting a physically active lifestyle.
