One to One Mentorship
About this resource
KidStart is a prevention program designed to help children and youth build resilience to the risk factors they may face, and to make good choices despite challenging circumstances. Its success is due to the outstanding commitment that the volunteer mentors make to the program and the power of positive, meaningful relationships. KidStart is a one-to-one volunteer mentoring program available to children and youth who face challenges at home, at school, or in the community. It has been in operation for more than 35 years.
KidStart for children aged 6-12 is available in Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, the North Shore, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey and Vancouver. Anyone can refer a child to this part of the program, including school teachers, counsellors, parents, guardians, family members, and the police.
KidStart for teens aged 13-18 is available in Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, the North Shore, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Sea to Sky, Sunshine Coast and Vancouver. A professional referral from a social worker, probation officer, or the police is required for a youth to access this part of the program.
To learn more about the program, or become a mentee or mentor, please visit the FAQs: https://www.kidstart.ca/lower-mainland/faqs/
KidStart for children aged 6-12 is available in Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, the North Shore, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey and Vancouver. Anyone can refer a child to this part of the program, including school teachers, counsellors, parents, guardians, family members, and the police.
KidStart for teens aged 13-18 is available in Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, the North Shore, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Sea to Sky, Sunshine Coast and Vancouver. A professional referral from a social worker, probation officer, or the police is required for a youth to access this part of the program.
To learn more about the program, or become a mentee or mentor, please visit the FAQs: https://www.kidstart.ca/lower-mainland/faqs/
Details
Resource type
Community Inclusion, Recreation, Wellness
Disabilities
Acquired Brain Injury, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autonomic Dysfunctions/Dysautonomia, Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (AFRID) - Under Construction, Behaviour Disorders and Conditions (ie. ADHD), Blind / Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Pain, Circadian Rhythm Disorders , Deaf / Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Blind, Down Syndrome , Dual Diagnosis, Epilepsy / Seizure Disorder, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome / Spectrum Disorders , Intellectual / Developmental Disability, Learning Disorder / Disability, Long-COVID/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, Mental Health , Neuromuscular Disorders, Other / I don't know, Paraplegia / Quadriplegia, Physical Disability / Mobility Impairment, Schizophrenia , Speech Impairment / Social / Communication Disorders, Spina Bifida, Substance Use/Addiction
Age
6-18
Eligibility
KidStart for children aged 6-12 is available in Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, the North Shore, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey and Vancouver. Anyone can refer a child to this part of the program, including school teachers, counsellors, parents, guardians, family members, and the police.
KidStart for teens aged 13-18 is available in Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, the North Shore, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Sea to Sky, Sunshine Coast and Vancouver. A professional referral from a social worker, probation officer, or the police is required for a youth to access this part of the program.
KidStart for teens aged 13-18 is available in Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, the North Shore, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Sea to Sky, Sunshine Coast and Vancouver. A professional referral from a social worker, probation officer, or the police is required for a youth to access this part of the program.
Location
Regions
Greater Vancouver, Vancouver Island Central, Vancouver Island South
Cities
Burnaby, Campbell River, Comox, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Richmond, Vancouver, Victoria, West Vancouver
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