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Organization:
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of St Thomas-Elgin
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Phone Numbers:
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519-633-3830
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Fax:
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519-633-3023
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Address:
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146 Centre St
St Thomas, ON
N5R 3A3
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Intersection:
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Centre St and Hincks St
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Location:
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St Thomas
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Thu 9am-5pm * Fri 9am-4:30pm
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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 seven week mentoring program for girls in Grade 7 and 8 designed to provide girls with information and support to make good choices about active living, balanced eating and feeling good
Game On! (12-14 years) - A seven week mentoring program for boys in Grade 7 and 8 designed to provide boys with information and support to make healthy, balanced lifestyle choice
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Fees:
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Free
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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 - Population(s) Served:
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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 Note:
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Interpretation available upon request
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Area(s) Served:
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Elgin
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This information was last completely updated on 10/1/2024 |
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