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Training for Peer Mentors Volunteers to Help in Special Needs Programs - Now Registering in Maplewood

The Maplewood
Recreation Department will be hosting a training class for Maplewood area students
(ages 12+) interested in becoming a volunteer peer mentor for youth with
special needs at recreation classes and events. Attendees will learn more
about youth with certain developmental and physical needs and how to work with
and help these youth participate in recreation programs. A

fter
the training, volunteers will be able to mentor in any of our special needs programs to be offered in Maplewood in the near future.  Mentors receive credit for community service hours
as well as valuable leadership skills, while giving back to the
community. The training will be held at the DeHart Community Center, 120
Burnett Avenue, on Tuesday, March 4 from 6:30-8:15 pm.  Contact the Maplewood Department at
973-912-2226 for more information or to register.  Pre-registration is required, and space is
limited.  Register at https://register.communitypass.net/maplewood


or call the Recreation Department at 973-763-4202.  Questions?  Contact the Recreation Department 973-763-4202.  TryCAN is a
collaboration of several neighboring communities offering an array of
recreation programs for children with special needs or those who need special
accommodation. There are no non-resident fees involved and all welcome!

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