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
The mentor program has many
upcoming events that will
allow youth participants to
serve their communities. R
ead
more about our program in the
PAR FORE Times.
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more information
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Our Collaborators
Counter
Promoting adult success
through healthy occupations
Program Supporters
Town of Islip
SBU Occupational Therapy  
Class of 2008
Program Sponser