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Searching for an opportunity to support individuals in your community.  The Center for Grieving Children has initiated a Multicultural Peer Support Program in collaboration with Portland Public Schools.  Elementary and middle school children who have relocated from war-torn countries and have experienced multiple and/or traumatic losses will attend this program on Mondays and Thursdays to participate in activities and interact with individuals with similar experiences. Join the Multicultural Peer Support Program be a companion and mentor to these children.  Volunteers are needed from               1:00-5:00pm on Mondays and/or Thursdays from October 29- Mid May of 2010. The program schedule aligns with the school calendar.  Volunteers must be 17 or older and must attend a training before beginning their volunteer service.  Trainings will begin on September 24th and will occur on Thursdays from 1:00-5:00pm through October.  The offical training dates volunteers can choose from are: September 24, October 1, 8, 15, and 22. Contact The Center for Grieving Children at:    775-5216 ext. 109  Valerie@cgcmaine.org Or 775-5216 ext. 107 Patricia@cgcmaine.org

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