Mentoring: Combating Vulnerabilities of Homeless Children

Authors

Julia Lane Mitchell

Publication Date

June 2011

Abstract

Homeless children are at risk for numerous health maintenance, academic performance, job preparedness, and emotional well- being issues. The effects of poverty multiply with time, posing greater risks the longer children are entrenched in homelessness. Expansive, holistic programming can address the special needs ofhomeless children. One-on-one mentoring offers a viable strategy to prevent morbidity emanating from homelessness by providing personal attention, encouragement, and affirmation to these vulnerable children, who with time, may develop a more defined self-identity that results in motivation and success.

Recommended Citation

Mitchell, Julia Lane (2011) "Mentoring: Combating Vulnerabilities of Homeless Children," Florida Public Health Review: Vol. 8, Article 13.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.unf.edu/fphr/vol8/iss1/13