Mentoring

Relationships • Work • Travel • Studying •Rehab •Day to day

 

 

Back-Up aims to improve motivation, self confidence and independence whether you

are a newly spinally injured person or are 10 years post injury. Mentoring is designed specifically to benefit people with SCI who feel they would like to receive regular 1-2-1 advice and support from a peer who has ‘been there and done that.’  All of our mentors are spinally injured with a range of experiences so that we can try to find the best match for you.

 

“My mentor has helped me so much with both problems that I have had and general advice about just everyday things which are slightly different now. Thank you for all the help.” Mentee

 

 

 

If you feel that you could benefit from what mentoring can do for you or you want to be a Mentor contact Eric on 0208 875 6728.

 

Would you like to volunteer as a mentor?

Being a mentor is not about telling people how to live their lives.  It is about understanding individual problems and being able to find a common ground that can be used in a positive light.

“Becoming a mentor has been a completely positive experience. The realisation that I have the ability to make a difference to somebody’s life is quite overwhelming. Whilst I understand ‘Connections’ is primarily a scheme to enhance a newly injured person’s perceptions to their capabilities, it has provided an equally rewarding and enlightening experience for me too.” Mentor

 

 

If you feel that your experiences could benefit others and would like to make a difference by volunteering as a mentor please contact Eric on 0208 875 6728 or email for more information.

 

Next training weekend (Attendance by invite only)

2008: March 15-16, Stoke Mandeville, Buckinghamshire

2008: September tbc, Matlock, Derbyshire

 

The Back-Up Trust Connections programme is sponsored by

Harris Cartier LLP Solicitors