Mentors and mentees, please join us on Thursday, September 10 for a tasty treat compliments of Sugar Bowl. When you get to the site, check-in at the mentoring table for your ticket to enjoy a tasty treat. Youth Mentoring at Helping Services is proud to be partnering with Sugar Bowl for this venture.

Vaping and E-Cigarette use is a significant health concern for users, especially youth. All adults are invited to be part of this short and sweet training to stock up their toolbox and learn some great information. Attendees will hear about: local statistics, vaping 101, the harmful effects, information about e-cigarettes, current policies, and what we...

Who's ready for ice cream? It doesn't matter if it's a blistering hot summer day or a cool Autumn day, it's always a day for ice cream!! Join Youth Mentoring for mouth watering treats at the monthly Tasty Thursday event. During this short event, mentors, mentees, and those wishing to learn more about Youth Mentoring...

Mentors, mentees, Mentors For A Day, and waiting youth are invited to come and explore Lansing, Iowa.   This group mentoring event will be less structured then previous events. Attendees will meet at the shelter at the Mt. Hosmer Park where they will enjoy beautiful views and some hiking. The top photo above is one...

The results of a recent community survey conducted in Northeast Iowa showed that very few people are aware that both youth and older adults are abusing prescription drugs. What can we do to help those who struggle? What can we do to prevent this concern? What is happening in our communities on this topic? These...

Calling all mentors, mentees, and those that want to find out more about mentoring! It's time for ice cream!! Come and enjoy a quick treat, visit a few minutes (if you are comfortable) with some mentors and mentees about what is involved with mentoring. Mentors often share ideas of things to do this time of...

Community members are invited to take part in this interactive training to learn about problem gambling.  On November 17, the training will be offered by Kathy Schwartzhoff, Certified Prevention Specialist and Mentoring Coordinator for Allamakee, Howard, and Winneshiek Counties. The presentation will be offered on November 17 and identical information is being offered on November...

Community members are invited to take part in this interactive training to learn about problem gambling.  On November 19, the training will be offered by Meg Gelner, Mentoring Coordinator for Delaware  County. The presentation will be offered on November 17 and identical information is being offered on November 19 giving potential attendees two options to...