Service: MENTORING AND BEFRIENDING

SOVA is one of the leading mentoring organisations in the UK. Mentors feature in most of SOVA's projects.

Following an assessment by a staff member individuals are matched to an appropriate mentor.

Each mentoring relationship is unique and lasts for as long as the support is needed. Working within strict rules regarding confidentiality the mentor aims to empower the client enabling them ultimately to make their own choices.

Many of the people referred to SOVA's mentoring services are undergoing a difficult change in their lives such as leaving prison or care. At such times people can be very vulnerable and need support if they are to play a positive and active part in society.

Young people with a mentor benefit in a number of ways, including:-

• increased self-esteem
• motivation
• improved employability
• enhanced social and life skills
• access to additional opportunities
• a positive role model

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