The Rising HEROes Program
Children infected with and affected by HIV/AIDS face tremendous challenges, many of which are created or intensified by the disease itself. Whether it is anger, low self-esteem, low self-confidence, poor educational performance or feelings of hopelessness, the Rising HEROes Program unites community volunteers, H.E.R.O. children and trained facilitators to develop the Life Skills necessary for the children to begin to overcome these challenges.
The Rising HEROes Program consists of 12 monthly sessions designed for children ages 6 – 16 and through innovative teaching methods seeks to achieve the following in children affected by HIV/AIDS:
- Increase self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Develop anger management, problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Improve communication skills with other children and with adults.
- Develop good study habits.
- Develop basic financial skills and awareness.
Become a "Rising HERO Buddy" volunteer
Rising HERO Buddies are vital participants in helping the children be successful in this program. Once a month for 6 months, Rising HERO Buddies will get to know a child in the program through providing transportation to and from the activity and by participating firsthand in the sessions with their child. Buddies complete an application, screening process and training before they start volunteering and any individual age 22 or older is eligible. This short term volunteer experience is a wonderful way to make an impact on a child affected by HIV/AIDS who needs your support!
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