Silver Lining Mentoring (SLM) e-Mentoring Mentee Application/Intake Form

Silver Lining Mentoring
Silver Lining Mentoring is a nonprofit organization based in Boston, MA that empowers youth in foster care to thrive through committed mentoring relationships and the development of essential life skills. We offer a variety of programs for youth and young adults with foster care experience in our regional programs as well as with our recently launched e-Mentoring program currently available for young adults in the New England area.
Silver Lining Mentoring (SLM) offers specialized mentoring services for youth impacted by foster care. Our goal with e-Mentoring is to continue empowering transition aged youth to flourish through committed mentoring relationships and the development of essential life skills. This program will match young adults who've been in foster care (voluntary agreement, emancipated, aged out, in foster care when much younger, etc.) with a one-to-one, screened and trained volunteer mentor. This volunteer commits to meeting virtually with that young adult for a few hours per month for at least one year from matching date. This opportunity is specifically for young adults who are:
  • 18-26 years old at time of application
  • Impacted by foster care and/or adoption experience
  • their own legal guardian at time of application
  • Interested in a mentor
This form is considered a an e-Mentoring mentee application. If you have any questions, please reach out to ementoring@silverliningmentoring.org to reach the e-Mentoring team.
e-Mentoring Mentee Role Description

Position: e-Mentoring Mentee
Age Range: 18-26 years old
Status: Transitioned out of Foster Care or Voluntarily Still Engaged with DCF

Are you navigating the exciting yet challenging journey into adulthood? Are you an 18 to 26-year-old and your own legal guardian? If you identify as a young adult who has exited foster care or you are engaged in a voluntary placement agreement and looking for guidance, support, and a caring adult to share your experiences with, this opportunity is for you!

What You Can Expect:

  • Encouragement: Connect with a dedicated Volunteer e-Mentoring Mentor who will be your ally as you navigate the challenges of adulthood. They are here to support you through the ups and downs, helping you build confidence and resilience.

  • Guidance: Benefit from the wisdom and experience of your mentor, who can offer valuable insights on their experiences with everything from career exploration to personal development as you navigate your own goals.

  • A Caring Relationship: Develop a meaningful connection with someone who genuinely cares about your well-being and success. Your mentor will be there to celebrate your achievements and help you tackle obstacles.

Who We’re Looking For: As a mentee, you are someone ready to embrace your independence and seek out the support you deserve. Whether you’re starting a career, pursuing further education, or figuring out life’s next steps, having a mentor by your side can make a world of difference. This is your chance to gain valuable support and make connections that can enrich your journey into adulthood.

Privacy Policy Statement:

To protect participant safety, evaluate effectiveness and make continuous program improvements, Silver Lining Mentoring collects demographic and survey information from the participants in our services. Information is entered into a secure database, Salesforce, that can only be accessed by program staff at Silver Lining Mentoring. Silver Lining Mentoring will never share a mentee's personal information without explicit consent.



Mentee Contact and Demographic Information






Contact Information



Self, Parent/Foster Parent, DCF worker, Family Networks, Residential Staff, etc









Please note that SLM only enrolls youth who live in Massachusetts at the time of the application



Mentee Demographics













Education & Employment Information













Personal Introduction
















Being an e-Mentee at Silver Lining Mentoring

Mentees agree to:
  • Meet with my mentor for at least one year with the intention to remain matched for as long as it is in my best interest.
  • Speak with the Silver Lining Team and with my mentor as soon as possible if there are any problems or if my match needs to end for any reason.
  • Be available to communicate with my mentor, on average, at least once a week for 10-60 minutes (totaling up to 4 hours each month as needed)
  • Inform Silver Lining Mentoring and my mentor if any of my contact information changes, including my home or mailing address, phone number, or email.
  • Keep myself and my mentor safe by minimizing risky behaviors and informing my mentor or SLM if I feel unsafe at any time.
  • Receive invitations to virtual group events.




















Mentor Preferences












Part 2: e-Mentoring Mentee Policy Agreement 

I agree to each of the following:
  1. I understand that I’m expected to meet with my mentor for at least one year with the intention to remain matched for as long as it is in my best interest.
  2. I will speak with the Silver Lining Team and with my mentor as soon as possible if there are any problems or if my match needs to end for any reason.
  3. For e-Mentoring, I will be available to communicate with my mentor, on average, at least once a week for 10-60 minutes (totaling up to 4 hours each month as needed)
  4. I will inform Silver Lining Mentoring and my mentor if any of my contact information changes, including my home or mailing address, phone number, or email.
  5. I will do my best to keep myself and my mentor safe by minimizing risky behaviors and informing my mentor or SLM if I feel unsafe at any time.
  6. I understand that mentors are not allowed to share information about me unless the mentor has a concern about safety. In these cases, the mentor will notify the appropriate person. 
I have read this document and promise to abide by it.



Thank You!

We appreciate you taking the time today to fill out this application and take the next step to join e-Mentoring with Silver Lining Mentoring. Upon submission, someone from our team will be in touch within one week. We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you.

Questions? Contact us at ementor@silverliningmentoring.org or (617) 224-1300