- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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35 people are interested
mentor a child with an incarcerated parent
ORGANIZATION: Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
35 people are interested
Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth (COPY), a program of the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, is looking for volunteers to mentors children with an incarcerated parent.
Training classes cover program policies, the impact incarceration has on kids and families, and mentoring skill sets.
Upon completing the orientation and background checks, volunteers are able to be matched with one of the many children waiting for a mentor. Volunteers commit to spending a few hours a week together for a minimum of one year. This time is often spent going to community events, working on homework, attending art programs, participating in sports, or simply hanging out and talking.
More opportunities with Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth
Location:
63333 West Hwy 20, Bend, OR 97703, US
Mission Statement
Children with an incarcerated parent or caregiver face greater risks, barriers, and challenges than those fortunate enough to live in a more stable family environment. The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office created the Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth (COPY) program to provide support and assistance to the children of inmates, giving them a more equal opportunity to succeed.
Description
The Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth connects children of incarcerated parents with safe and appropriate adult mentors. The goal is to establish a positive and healthy bond with an adult outside of the child’s home.
Each mentoring experience is unique. COPY staff interview both prospective volunteers and children about their skills, interests, activities, and backgrounds. Some mentors become involved with academic assistance, helping with reading or writing skills. Other relationships allow a child to participate in activities they might not otherwise be able to such as sports, cultural activities, or just talking over pizza or a movie. Program staff assist volunteers in establishing relationship goals, working through challenges, and setting up additional community
resources.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Deschutes CountyBend, Redmond, Sisters, Lapine, OR 97701
DATE POSTED
May 16, 2017
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- 2-3 hours per week