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Finding a mentor or elder
I don't really have anybody in my life that I have a connection with. My parents arent/were not great people at all and I prefer to stay as far away as possible from my Mum and I dont know my grandparents so they are ruled out.
I think I need to find someone who just be there for me when I need, almost like a grandparent role, if that makes sense. It would help me a lot.
I've heard that you can find these people but how? what do i do for that?
Do I post on gumtree like that old man did for a fishing mate? Will I just see someone in the supermarket and decide to join in with them? I don't know thats why I'm making this thread
Hi @j95,
As a lot of people mentioned before volunteering to work with elder homes/organisations is honestly a great way of connecting to others and finding mentors. You can try SeekVolunteer or other volunteer sites as I know many places are often looking for companions for elders! Another way would be to contact maybe your local elder home and ask if they need volunteers or companions. I think most places would welcome that.
In the past I've volunteered in elderly homes and I've found the experience really rewarding because old people in general are quite fun to talk to.
Hey @j95,
I think it's awsome that you've recognised you could benefit from something like a mentor. There are a lot of non-for profits and organisations that run mentoring for young people that I'm sure would love to have you! A lot of them are run through schools but I'm sure there are some around that run through organisations like at community centres and things.
Would you be comfortable googling youth mentoring programs in your area? I know the Australian Youth Mentoring Network has a website where you can search by state.
Ahh damn, yeah ill keep an eye out as well and ask around for you! It's annoying that they classify people into sections with criteria like that but there are a lot out there.
Also, (correct me if im wrong) were you mentoring someone for a while? Or doing some volunteering? Where was that? Would they have a program? You might be able to ask someone there? @j95
Yeah I mentor with White Lion, still do. I could look into that @Stealth_ninja just not sure if you can do both.
I thhink the mentorning thing is really cool, but even if wasn't something as formal would be good.
I've been doing a bit of research but cant really find what im looking forward which sucks
@j95 I think what you are doing is so SO awesome!! I understand that the relationship you have with your mum has been very challenging for you, so to see you actively looking for ways to fill your life with positive role models and mentors is seriously amazing!! I don't know of any programs off the top of my head but I'll do a bit of research too and get back to you Where are you based?
You find a mentor in local area where you live.You can talk surrounding people and find a good mentor.