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Wanted: Mentors to support Newcomers at the Market

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Wanted: Mentors to support Newcomers at the Market

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Why: YREACH food market vendor workshop is looking for Mentors to help support newcomer participants as they gain insight into the social, cultural, financial, and economic elements of brining their international goods to local farm markets!

What: Mentors with kitchen experience, budgeting skills, international and cultural awareness, and/or buy local efforts, as well as those who have a passion for multicultural community enhancement would all be an asset to this group!

Who: The series is designed to help bring newcomers to the farmers market. Please see the attached brochure.

When: They are looking for mentors to join the group for a session on Monday March 21 at Oakdene to discuss their learning and offer some support/encouragement as they work on various elements of the course details (see descriptions below).

Please let me know if you or someone you know would be interested in participating!

Thank you
~Julianne

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Join in with other mentors curious about MPS on a zoom session to learn more. Email info@mentoringplus.ca for dates and meeting links.  Scheduled the 3rd Monday of the month

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The "Mentoring Plus" program is designed to help seniors share their knowledge and connect with younger generations.

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Retirement as a re-creation. Now you can do (and say) what really matters!

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Let's talk about it - Mentors with a cause

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Let's talk about it - Mentors with a cause

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Have something you want to see change? We'd love to help make the space for you to talk with others who feel the same way!

Outside of the silo that was the source of your livelihood, you are a free agent! Boomers were well known as social-justice rebels with a cause, now you're a free agent able to pick up that cause again and use your circle of influence to make meaningful change for the future!

Let's Chat! We can help arrange and facilitate group conversations with friends, social clubs, and older adult community members

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Needed: Mentors for Support Care Industry

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Needed: Mentors for Support Care Industry

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Mentoring Opportunity:

WHO: VCLA has a group of students who are preparing for a career in the care industry (senior or disability). And Mentoring Plus is gathering a group of mentors who would be interested in joining learners to discuss intergenerational knowledge. VCLA would like mentors to speak to the group about crossing the generation gap, etiquette, etc.

WHY: Because intergenerational knowledge exchange builds mutual respect, relationships, resilience, and reflective practice. YOUR perspective is invaluable and your participation is inspiring!

WHEN: (please save the date; times TBD)

April 22 intergenerational open house and
May 20 Th care sector practice interviews.

HOW: There will be a handful of mentors participating. We will work with each new mentor to get them onboarded with Mentoring Plus. Then, we will keep everyone in the loop as a group and will offer some group check-in’s with the volunteers to prepare for the events prior to meeting the students.

WHAT:
April: Mentors doing a 2-3 hour session on intergenerational knowledge who would talk with the crew about:

breaking down generational stereotypes

fostering relationships and relatability cross generations

differences in etiquette, definitions of life success, traditions, families through the generations

sharing life experiences and stories

ways to encourage mentoring and exchange of knowledge

ways to increase engagement in both directions

May: VCLA set up a simplified job fair and has opportunities for people to share and do q&a with individuals/ small groups of people that held these related positions to practice informational interviews.

THANK YOU for your MENTORSHIP - Any questions, please reach out!

If you would like to be a part of the planning for this initiative, let us know. No amount of participation is too much or too little! Thank you for your contribution to the future of work and Stronger Communities!

~Julianne Misner
Mentoring Plus Coordinator
(902) 679-5013

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Together we can bring a vision into a reality! Sign up for their news letter or reach out to the regional coordinator to join the coalition!

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Our Mission

Aging Well Together

Community Links is a province wide organization that promotes and supports age friendly communities in Nova Scotia by connecting individuals and organizations.

We dedicate our support for our partners in the Aging Well Together Coalitions whose mission is to promote healthy aging, with an emphasis on physical activity and other factors that help prevent falls.

For Senior-serving Organizations

FREE membership

Looking for more collaboration and learning opportunities?

We are open to seniors groups and senior serving organizations as well as community members.

For Seniors and Caregivers

Resources and toolkits

We believe that all Nova Scotians can age well in their communities.

To protect yourself and your family, visit our resources on risk factors for older people and how to address them.

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Aging Well Together Community Links is a province wide organization that promotes and supports age friendly communities in Nova Scotia by connecting individuals and organizations. We dedicate our support for our partners in the Aging Well Together Coalitions whose mission is to promote healthy aging, with an emphasis on physical activity and other factors that help prevent falls.

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Many Community Health boards are looking for volunteers

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Ready to mentor the community at large? Consider joining a local Community Health Board!

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Ready to mentor the community at large? Consider joining a local Community Health Board!

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Find a community health board near you:
https://www.communityhealthboards.ns.ca/find-your-chb

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Let's get together! here's one way...pull of a chair for a big THANK YOU breakfast - at Kentville Lions Club

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Let's get together! here's one way...pull of a chair for a big THANK YOU breakfast - at Kentville Lions Club

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It is always a joy to connect with the Lions Club and highlight the 'mentorship' they provide that is such a pillar in our community! Let's get together around a table at the next community breakfast!

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Welcome to Valley Events

Valley Events has the experience, knowledge, and passion to make your special event the best in can be.Over the years, we have been working with shopping centers, car dealerships, management companies, law firms, non-profit organizations, schools, cities, developers, home builders, wineries, event facilities, and many more providing top notch event management, event planning, event production and event services. We can plan your entire event or provide services to assist in your planning process. Please visit our list of services for more detailed information.We appreciate your business!

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Valley Events has the experience, knowledge, and passion to make your special event the best in can be.Over the years, we have been working with shopping centers, car dealerships, management companies, law firms, non-profit organizations, schools, cities, developers, home builders, wineries, event facilities, and many more providing top notch event management, event planning, event production and event services.

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Becoming a Better Mentor - Many Resources Available to you!

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Becoming a Better Mentor - Many Resources Available to you!

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MENTORING.org provides progressive resources to help relationship and heart centred humans to hone their mentoring-minded skills for intergenerational connections

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Trailer - Becoming a Better Mentor: Strategies to Be There for Young People

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Explore the potential of an emerging model

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Explore the potential of an emerging model

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We were recently introduced to a PhD research project that is looking for participants who identify as women over 65 years of age and who want to contribute to sharing and hearing their voice. Podcast how to's an added bonus!  https://www.olderwomenpodcasting.com/

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Valley Community Health Boards hosted an engaging campaign to invite individuals to get involved and share resources. Postcards with a personalized messages helped get the conversation started. Learn more at our January 25th Open Book Club

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Welcome to our Postcard Project Information Page

The Community Health Boards (CHBs) are a committed group of volunteers who are working together to improve the health of their communities. CHBs serve a vital role in the well-being of their communities, helping to support many community-based projects and partnerships. This includes providing grants to community-based groups to support projects focused on health promotion and the social determinants of health.

The CHBs in Kings and Annapolis Counties, Central Kings CHB, Eastern Kings CHB, Kingston-Greenwood CHB, Western Kings CHB & Annapolis CHB, have launched a postcard project highlighting the four priority areas in the Western Zone Community Health Plan. Sparked by and showcasing artwork painted on rocks placed in the community, the postcards provide awareness and action that can be taken to address each priority area; food security, housing, community connection and recreation & wellness.
Want to mail in a postcard? Here is a quick how to video.

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The Community Health Boards (CHBs) are a committed group of volunteers who are working together to improve the health of their communities. CHBs serve a vital role in the well-being of their communities, helping to support many community-based projects and partnerships.

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Mentoring +One - ways to spread the word and invite others to pull up a chair and join in 

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Mentoring +One - ways to spread the word and invite others to pull up a chair and join in 

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An old fable that describes the collective impact of intersectional (and intergenerational) sharing

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An old fable that describes the collective impact of intersectional (and intergenerational) sharing

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Stone Soup by Jon J. Muth: Children's Books Read Aloud on Once Upon A Story

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Life Lounge - Informal & Intergenerational 

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Life Lounge - Informal & Intergenerational 

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An informal, intergenerational introduction to the Mentoring Mindset. Drop into our weekly session for an opportunity to learn about Mentorship and join other mentoring minded individuals. This conversational space is open to anyone curious about Mentoring Plus contact mentoring@kentville.ca for details - 902.679.5013

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Stages of Implementation for the Mentoring Plus Knowledge Exchange

A. Exploring the Future of Work

During this stage, mentees will have an opportunity to hear from several mentors on a variety of career paths. This stage of the process will provide a general overview of the careers being explored with the mentors. Opportunities will be provided so mentors from various career paths, can discuss common areas of knowledge and skills that overlap different career paths. In addition, topics such as career possibility by geographic area, impact of COVID-19 and other factors will be explored.

Implementation

The Mentoring Plus Strategy addresses the population age range 16 and over. Within this age range, there are many populations at various stages of life, exploring work and career possibilities, The Mentoring Plus Strategy provides a first step for any particular population by asking them to identify from a list of careers, their own knowledge and interest, or other suggestions they would like to explore. Depending upon the size of the group involved, it could range for example from 2 -3 to 8 - 10 career explorations.

Based upon the information provided retirees will be identified who have experience within the career paths being explored. Knowledge Exchange sessions will be designed, keeping in mind, for example, the size of the group, time allocation, location of the event and other factors are to be considered. In addition, if a group is large, i.e. Grade 12's consisting of 200 students or a university program of 150 students, a number of Knowledge Exchanges (KE) can be offered with groups of 30 for example. In addition, an individual can take part in several KE, as they explore their interests.

B. Focusing on a Career Path

During this stage, the mentees will have an opportunity to focus on up to 3 career path areas. The mentors will provide past, present, and future projections. Current position research, websites and current information on the sector will be provided.

Implementation

As mentees complete Stage A - Exploring the Future of Work, and become more focused, they will be directed to participate in Stage B - Focusing on a Career Path. By selecting up to 3 career choices the mentors and mentees will have more time to focus on a variety of aspects of each career path. In this stage, the mentors will have completed a workshop that will provide them with an opportunity to provide detailed information about their sector, education requirements, ongoing learning needs, employment potential plus other topics critical to be successful.

C. Experiential Learning / Work

The Mentoring Plus Strategy may lead to an Experiential Learning opportunity, such as a work experience, coop education etc. A group of mentors can be assigned to the mentee for support and additional development.

Implementation

Over the past few decades, we have seen the importance of a "hands-on experience" becoming an integral part of learning. In many cases, the various populations involved in Mentoring Plus will be involved in summer jobs, work experience models throughout the year, and other forms of career exposure. As mentees proceed through stages A and B and arrive at C, the Mentoring Plus Strategy can be an ongoing support as the mentees receive a firsthand experience in their chosen field(s).

Mentors can be assigned to one or a small group of mentees to meet on a regular or as-needed basis, over coffee or lunch. This will provide the mentee with an opportunity to discuss their work situation, while at the same time receiving additional knowledge from the mentor.

D. Further Learning Opportunities

"Learning a Living" is the way of the future, as we move into a Knowledge Economy. As a mentee defines their career path, there will be a need to create a Learning Plan that may or may not include traditional learning opportunities. Various models will be explored, depending upon the situation so the mentee benefits from a Learning Plan that is flexible and relevant.

Implementation

Knowledge is infinite. As we go forward, we will explore the many learning models and resources that are available related to the specific career. We will explore traditional and non-traditional relevant learning opportunities that support the goals of The Mentoring Plus Strategy.

E. Towards a Sustainable Livelihood

Throughout the various stages listed above, there will be overarching topics that will intersect with all approaches including salary ranges, 21st Century Skills, communication, learning how to work as a team, market skills etc., and the role technology plays in the world of work.

Implementation

Through the implementation of the Knowledge Exchange process, several topics may arise that are not addressed in various sessions. To ensure that they are covered we will provide topic-specific workshops lead by retirees/mentors where possible. These topics will support individuals as they progress Towards a Sustainable Livelihood.

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During this stage, mentees will have an opportunity to hear from several mentors on a variety of career paths. This stage of the process will provide a general overview of the careers being explored with the mentors. Opportunities will be provided so mentors from various career paths, can discuss common areas of knowledge and skills that overlap different career paths.

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With a focus on helping young people practice and build essential skills for the road ahead, MPS is working with the 2022 NKEC Business Mgmt class

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MPS works with local high schools to create mentoring strategies that match the culture, community, and curriculum at each school. By working with the Schoolboard, local Principals, Teachers, and NSWorks School Liaisons we design mentoring engagement initiatives that bring intergenerational knowledge exchange into the high school experience

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Mentoring Plus Strategy - High School Engagement Model 2021

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A place for Mentors to dive deeper into Mentoring topics with a group of peers they have developed a bond with through their mentoring experience

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New to Conversation Café?

Here's where you'll want to start...

Conversation Cafés are open, hosted conversations in cafés as well as conferences and classrooms-anywhere people gather to make sense of our world. At a Conversation Café there is nothing to join, no homework, no agenda, just a simple process that helps to shift us from small talk to BIG talk, conversations that matter.

Hosts are key to successful Conversation Cafés and we are here to make hosting easy, rewarding, and fun for you.

Just starting out? Get oriented! You can learn the basics by watching the video, or reading the hosting manual.

Ready to host and need some resources? You can download everything you need, find stimulating questions, and learn to frame questions powerfully. We have suggestions to help you promote your Conversation Café. Variations and Applications: Discover ways to adapt to shorter times or larger groups, as well as blending with a World Café design. Consider ways to bring Conversation Café to your workplace, organization, event, conference or community.

Curious what hosting is all about? Read on!

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Conversation Café | Conversations that Matter!

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Here's where you'll want to start... Conversation Cafés are open, hosted conversations in cafés as well as conferences and classrooms-anywhere people gather to make sense of our world. At a Conversation Café there is nothing to join, no homework, no agenda, just a simple process that helps to shift us from small talk to BIG talk, conversations that matter.