Stony Brook University School of Health Technology and
Management presents the PAR FORE initiative. PAR
FORE is an integrated occupation-based gang prevention
mentor program. PAR FORE was developed utilizing
current and best evidence practice in occupational
therapy, cognitive behaviorism, social justice and
psychology. The program incorporates concepts in
environmental adaptability, delinquent resiliency,
self-esteem building, and self-determination, civic
engagement, and community service learning.
Program objectives
  • Empower youths to develop a sense of self and resilience
  • Develop productive social networks
  • Develop skills necessary for anger management and conflict
    resolution
  • Develop respect for self, family, and community members
  • Develop a moral and ethical character, pride, and virtues
  • Develop a sense of civic-mindfulness
  • Develop constructive behavior – yielding positive attitudes, healthy
    lifestyles, and engagement in healthy occupations
PAR FORE Updates
On September 25, 2008 PAR
FORE held its’ inaugural end of
the year part which invited
mentors, mentees and their
parents to the Brentwood
Country Club for a dinner
celebration.  Click for more
information
Our Collaborators
Counter
Promoting adult success
through healthy occupations
Program Supporters
Town of Islip
Town of Brook Haven
SBU Occupational Therapy  
Class of 2008
Jessica Savior, OTS
Program Sponser
Steven Williams, who is
participating in the PAR FORE
program recently won the
contest.  His artwork will be
featured on the USGA’s 2008
Holiday Card that will be sent
to over 15,000 addresses. Click
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