PHASE I:
The S.T.A.R. program is a two year mentoring program that includes the following elements:
MENTORSHIP
- 1-on-1 Mentoring a.k.a. Coaching
- Mentors are trained advocates and liaisons for our moms. BYSM provides a referral list of resource providers (public and private) so that our mentors can inform their moms as needs arise.
EDUCATION/CAREER COUNSELING
- Talent/Skills Assessment
- Life Plan (vision board and execution strategy) Workshop
- Identifying, Planning and Executing Academic and Career Goals
- Career workshops/seminars
- Employment Readiness (i.e. resume writing, interview preparation)
PRENATAL & PARENTAL SUPPORT
- Prenatal/Parenting Seminars/Workshops
- Parent Support Group Sessions
HEALTH & FITNESS EDUCATION
- Nutrition and Cooking Sessions
- Fitness Programs
- Group Talk Sessions
- Mental Health Webinars/Seminars
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Personality Test (i.e. DiSC)
- Communication Skill Development
- Etiquette Classes
- Group Talk Sessions
- Conflict Resolution Workshop
- Social Group Outings
- Community Service & Advocacy Projects
MONEY MANAGEMENT
- Budgeting Classes
- Fundamentals of Online Banking
S.T.A.R. RETREAT
- 3 Day get-a-way (overnight stay)
EMERGENCY SUPPORT
- Living Assistance (limited in-house assistance)*
- Clothing and Food (limited in-house assistance)*
PHASE II (Future Programs)
- Transitional housing for pregnant mothers
- Grants for educational & vocational, childcare and transportation assistance