When social service agencies attempt to help clients address problems in their lives and attain goals, they often use what is commonly referred to as "case management" approaches. While case management and Mobility Mentoring share some similarities, they are different in key ways. Case management often lasts for a short period of time and focuses on solving immediate problems or meeting program requirements. In contrast, Mobility Mentoring involves longer-term relationships, usually over several years, with a focus on personal, long-term goals.

Mobility Mentoring is grounded in brain science and designed to support participants in a complete and lasting way. Instead of only addressing crises and focusing on short-term needs, it emphasizes coaching, skill-building, and behavior change that lasts a lifetime. Through this approach, mentors help participants build skills, confidence, and the ability to keep setting and achieving goals even after the mentoring relationship ends. Data shows that participants who complete our programs continue to make progress and move forward in their economic mobility. 

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