Success Stories

The definition of success at New Jersey MENTOR is as personal as our services.  For some, it is a teen’s ability to trust someone new and for others it’s the ability to be a part of neighborhood and family activities for the first time.

At New Jersey MENTOR we are committed to the notion of everyday miracles.  We invite you to meet the extraordinary people we serve and our dedicated Mentors who open their homes to adults and children in need.  Their stories will touch your heart and illustrate the power of individual achievement and relationships built in home- and community-based settings.

	“They’re My Heartbeats” Darius is a Mentor foster parent who grew up in Dorchester, a Boston neighborhood, with a single mom. Now with two children adopted from foster care and a current foster son, Darius faces the same challenges as any single parent. Meet Darius
	Carla Found Her Foster Parent Community It takes a village to raise a child and Carla McGhee has found her community in New Jersey MENTOR. She was already a foster parent but a Mentor foster parent recommended she make the switch to our Therapeutic Foster Care program. Meet Carla
	Jameer is Always at Center Stage When people are around him, Jameer will certainly light up a room with smiles.  He’s a singer who also likes to make people laugh, and he recently had the chance to learn important life lessons. Meet Jameer
	Ericka Leads the Way at Silver Lake Whether she’s following staff members to the kitchen or dancing around the house to her favorite Elvis tune, Ericka is always on the go in her Community Living Residence. Meet Ericka
	Desiree’s Got a New Style When Host Home providers Aida and Daryl met Desiree, they knew they could make a difference—and they did.  With her Mentors, Desiree feels confident, happy and excited about her new found independence! Meet Desiree