Meet Wyle, one of the most promising young men to come out of the Junior Leader Program. Find out more about Wyle, his journey and how the Veteran Mentors boot camps for kids transformed his life for the better.  “My name’s Wyle Hill, I’m 17 years...
It certainly isn’t the easiest of tasks when bringing up children and teens. So how do you get kids to eat healthily? At Veteran Mentors, our team is extremely passionate about health and nutrition and are eager to share our knowledge to help kids reach their full...
Does your child struggle with self-esteem, motivation, technology addictions or lack of respect for others? You might be thinking that the only solution to these problems is formal counselling. While effective in many circumstances, this route can be costly and time-consuming, not to mention unappealing to...
After spending months in lockdown, family conflict can seem unavoidable. However, in times like these, it is more important than ever to focus on relationship problems in order to maintain a healthy home life. This comprehensive guide is designed to provide you with ways to promote...
During time in isolation, it’s inevitable that kids and teens will be spending more time online. So, how can parents keep their children safe online? There are a few things, as parents, you should be aware of when your kids are using computers and smartphones. Here are...
The majority of us have never experienced a pandemic before. With this in mind, it’s fair to say that many of us may be experiencing feelings of stress and anxiety about the situation - especially kids and teens. The fact is, this is a natural response...
Supporting the wellbeing of students and families As you know, the mental health of our students is at extreme risk right now. Many students are experiencing heightened anxiety due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. Add to that, the move to remote learning which deprives students of the emotional...
Times of crisis can bring with them feelings of uncertainty and unease. This is why it is so critical to have a daily routine for kids. Not only does a good routine keep our brains active and keep us mentally healthy, but it helps us to...
You love your kids with all your heart. However, for you, like for so many parents, life with the kids at home all day every day might seem like a nightmare for which you feel unprepared. Short of binding and gagging them, what can you...
In self-isolation, there is a lot of down time and with it comes boredom - especially for kids. Beat cabin fever with plenty of ideas on how to entertain kids at home. How to entertain kids at home Go to the Zoo Thanks to Edinburgh Zoo, your kids...