Our intergenerational Tele-Mentoring program connects youth and seniors for wisdom sharing, mutual support, and personal growth though our secure, customised and intuitive video conferencing tele-mentoring app, PACE-2-Face™. We're seeking partners to meet the growing demand!.
Help us support youth and seniors!
Our mission is to use innovation to support the well-being of seniors and youth through mutually beneficial online intergenerational mentorship programs, called Tele-Mentoring. We help youth navigate life by connecting them with seniors who hold a vast amount of knowledge and life experience. And we help prevent senior frailty by giving them a sense of value and usefulness through the mentorship programs. PACE is an acronym for Programs for Autonomy and Communication for the elderly (via intergernerational programs) So inspite of the acronym referencing only the elderly, it soon became clear that our Tele-Mentoring program naturally supports both seniors and youth. The name has remained, reflecting the idea that individuals grow and navigate life at their own PACE through our program. The PACE 2000 International Foundation. a Franco-Canadian organization, is a Canadian registered charity since January, 1993. We currently operate transatlantically, in Canada and France as well as internationally in the near future. Dr Marie-Madeleine Bernard, the president and founder of PACE 2000, was inspired by her experience as an intern at a senior's residence in St. Louis MO, USA (hence the arch) where she learned first hand about the magic of Intergenerational relationships . more...
Combating Seniors Isolation
PACE 2000 tackles the problem of isolation amoungst seniors [a leading cause of morbidity] by facilitating meaningful intergenerational interactions through a customised video conferencing application. Regular meetings online foster strong support networks, enhance emotional well-being and reduce the health risks associated with loneliness and isolation .
Enhancing Development for Youth
We carefully pair individuals in the mentorship program to maximize connection and social support. As a result, young people receive valuable guidance and professional integration from experienced seniors, fostering their personal and professional growth. Meanwhile, seniors gain a renewed sense of purpose and social relevance.
Innovative Tele-Mentoring Tools
We have developed a simple and intuitive Tele-Mentoring platform (see our PACE-2-Face video conferencing app) accessible to all ages. Seniors and youth can connect from anywhere—home, school, or a café. The app removes cultural and personal biases, such as visible wheelchairs or handicaps ensuring equal visibility and voice for everyone. Additionally, the app features interactive text/image co-editing and screensharing functions for seamless knowledge transfer and collaboration, all while always remaining in visual contact with each other . P2F introduction pdf
“I really love this program. ❤️ It was very rewarding and I think many young and old people could benefit from this experience. It brought me joy to meet my mentor every week and discuss things about life and anything else.” - Natalie Mesnic (Student)
“Don’t say that Tele-Mentoring is for isolated seniors only. I am very active and I joined to be able to help young people. This program is remarkable and I am fully support the initiative! I will tell communities about PACE 2000! 🙂 ” - Don Lavergne (Senior)
I joined ith a lot of apprehension... I thought I wouldn't have time (I already do a lot of extracurricular activities). What I discovered was wonderful, an elder who is even more active than me, with whom I learned a lot from and who became my friend! ❤️ ” - Léah Gunnell (Student)
Meet with individuals online, collaborate, teach, and learn!
Our Tele-Mentoring program is available exclusively through the PACE-2-Face (P2F) app. The app is designed to be simple and easy to use, with fewer than five buttons, the P2F app allows individuals to connect online with minimal complexity and therefore minimal confusion! While also being a powerful collaboration tool with text editing and screensharing features.
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We handle the scheduling of intergenerational Tele-Mentoring meetings. To check your upcoming mentoring sessions, view the Session Calendar.
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To achieve our mission and expand our impact, we are looking to partner with organizations and secure sponsorships. With your support, you can foster personal growth and intergenerational bonds, enhancing the lives of both seniors and youth. We have a growing number of individuals eager to join our program, but we lack the resources to handle scheduling, communication, and connections effectively. Become a partner or sponsor and help us continue building youth confidence, combating senior frailty, and fostering a stronger, more connected community!
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