Friendship during treatment.
JoyRx Mentorship fosters trusted companionship, providing emotional support to children in treatment and to parents who endure the hardships of long hospital stays with their child. JoyRx Mentorship is currently available only in Portland, Oregon.
More than 1,600 mentor matches made since 1999.
More than 1,600 mentor matches made since 1999.
JoyRx Mentorship®
The only program of its kind in the nation, the award-winning JoyRx Mentorship program is all about friendship and belonging.
Our adult volunteer JoyRx Mentors go beyond offering emotional support; they become pillars of strength for children in treatment and their parents.
Mentors are a cross between a supportive friend and good listener.
Carefully matched
Carefully matched based on shared interests, hobbies, and parent preferences, mentors forge bonds that extend beyond the hospital setting. Whether providing a laugh or a moment of respite, JoyRx Mentors bring a sense of ease to the children they support.
Packed with joy
With bags filled with games and activities, mentors arrive at hospital visits ready to bring a moment of joy to a child's day. These mentors aren't just playmates; they're listeners, friends, and a source of comfort.
Lasting friendships
For parents, these visits offer more than just a break – they're moments to connect with medical teams, spend time with their other children, or simply take a breath. Mentorship matches can last multiple years, and often, the bonds of friendship are still strong long after the final treatment.
JoyRx Mentorship is successful because of the amazing individuals who volunteer their time as JoyRx Mentors. Want to make a child’s day brighter? Become a mentor today.
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