Curious about the MENTOR Program?

Listen to what past participants have to say.

MENTOR offers virtual classes in mindfulness, exercise, and nutrition.

Check out a couple of the videos shown during the nutrition program.

Health & wellness – all in one place.

MENTOR uses the health engagement portal “GetHealthie” to bring health and wellness directly to you. Participate in classes, chat with your health coach, and connect with others virtually.

“Because of what I learned from the nutrition classes I have been able to lose 15 pounds”

Michael Kearns

“I liked that they had the mindfulness class, the exercise class, and they had the health coaching and all of that to me showed, someone with a spinal cord injury, showed me how to how I could manage my own care and be the most healthy”

Nicole Llorens

“Overall, it’s just a life-changing program that I cannot recommend enough.”

Jillian Jordan

Questions?

What is MENTOR?

MENTOR, which stands for Mindfulness, Exercise, and Nutrition to Optimize Resilience, is an 8-week wellness program designed for people with mobility limitations. We focus on cultivating an improved sense of mental, physical, and emotional health using 11 wellness domains to help people achieve their goals.

How much does the program cost?

It doesn’t cost anything except your time

What is the time commitment?

Five hours per week, hosted through a live virtual zoom classes by one of our health professionals.

When and where are classes offered?

All classes are virtual so you can participate from the comfort of your own home. Classes are offered at a few different times throughout the week. You will work with one of our coordinators before the program begins to select the times that work best with your schedule.

Can the program be adapted to my mobility needs?

Yes, it can. Staff are specially trained to work with a number of disabilities and can adapt the program to fit your needs as well as providing any specialized exercise equipment.

What types of disabilities does MENTOR focus on?

Our health experts specialize in delivering programs for people who have mobility limitations. MENTOR participants range from individuals who have an acquired disability to congenital diagnosis including but not limited to spinal cord injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, limb loss, cerebral palsy, or spina bifida.

Does the program work the same for everyone?

We believe that every individual is unique. Our health experts will design a personalized wellness plan tailored to you. We will provide the tools and expertise needed to help you reach your health goals.

What if I am immunocompromised?

Not to worry, due to COVID-19 we have made our entire program available online. You will meet virtually with one of our health and wellness coaches.