S.T.A.R. (Supportive Tools for Advancement and Restoration).

Phase I

The S.T.A.R. program is a three year mentoring program that includes the following elements:

MENTORSHIP

1-on-1 Mentoring a.k.a. Coaching. Mentors are trained advocates and liaisons for our moms. BYSM provides a referral list of resource providers (public and private) so that our mentors can inform their moms as needs arise.

EDUCATION/CAREER COUNSELING

• Talent/Skills Assessment
• Life Plan (vision board and execution strategy) Workshop
• Identifying, Planning and Executing Academic and Career Goals
• Assistance in Enrolling into a GED/College Prep Programs
• Career workshops/seminars
• Employment Readiness (i.e. resume writing, interview preparation)

PRENATAL & PARENTAL SUPPORT

• Prenatal/Parenting Seminars/Workshops
• In-home Visits 
• Parent Support Group Sessions

HEALTH & FITNESS EDUCATION

• Nutrition and Cooking
• Fitness Programs
• Mental Health 
• Sex Education

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE

• Self-Perception Evaluation & Cultivation
• Effective Oral Communication Skill Development
• Etiquette Classes
• Group Talk Sessions
• Conflict Resolution
• Social Development
  • Social Group Outings
  • Community Service

FINANCIAL LITERACY

• Budgeting Classes
• Fundamentals of Online Banking
• Investments (e.g. stocks, crypto, real estate)

S.T.A.R. RETREAT

• 3 Day get-a-way (overnight stay)

EMERGENCY SUPPORT

• Living Assistance (limited in-house assistance)*
• Clothing and Food (limited in-house assistance)*

                        *Third Party Source

Phase II

• Transitional housing for pregnant mothers
• “Music in Me” program
• Childcare Facility with 3rd shift coverage