Kayla is a wonderful 7 year old little girl who first started out in our school-based mentoring program. Kayla was matched with a Bowdoin College student and enjoyed her time with her school-based mentor. Kayla’s grandmother recognized the need for more adult companionship outside of school and contacted our agency. We began the community-based enrollment process.

2 months later, Kayla seemed to have transitioned well into the community-based mentoring program. A wonderful woman, Maureen Sullivan, took it upon herself to join our program in hopes of helping a young person in need. Maureen was paired with Kayla in June, 2005. These two, in many ways, seemed to be a perfect fit.

Maureen is a very outgoing, active, and experienced individual. Her friends see her as compassionate, caring, and insightful. Maureen has raised two children of her own and her friends and family felt she would be able to make a difference in a young person’s life. Maureen wanted to mentor a younger child who enjoyed the outdoors; however, she was open to other interests. Kayla has a lot of energy and was looking for a Big Sister who was active and enjoyed walks on trails, arts & crafts, and biking among other activities. Together, Maureen and Kayla enjoy their time together every Thursday afternoon participating in a variety of activities. Some activities have included biking, hiking, apple picking, clay play, and the beach.

Maureen is enjoying her time with Kayla and looks forward to experiencing many more activities together.

Kayla’s grandmother could not be happier with the outcome of this friendship. Kayla is doing very well in school and always looks forward to her Thursday afternoon outings with Maureen. Maureen and Kayla have a friendship that will last a lifetime.