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Fuller Center from page 1 Fuller Center campuses. Mentors focus on experiences, • Increased social and academic confidence
interests, developing positive and mutually beneficial • Empowerment to make decisions
a background screening and commit to mentoring a relationships, and assist with homework. • Development of communication, study, and personal
minimum of once per week for one year. Once matched, Benefits to the mentee include: skills
mentors and mentees meet after school and in the • Practical advice, encouragement and support • Development of strategies for dealing with both
summer weekly for at least one hour at one of the two • Experiences learned from others personal and academic issues
• Help in identifying goals and establishing a sense
of direction
• Valuable insight into the future
• Opportunity to make new friends
Most mentors have shared that the personal return
they receive from this experience far exceeds what they
put into it.
Benefits of being a mentor:
• Improvement of communication and personal skills
• Development of leadership and management qualities
• Reinforcement of study skills and knowledge of new
subject(s)
• Increased confidence and motivation
• Enhanced résumé and life experiences
• Increased circle of friends
• Recognition for skills and experience
• A sense of purpose, fulfillment and personal growth
Mentors are trained to help build social skills and trust,
The Singles Scene Column © work on relationship-building, and provide academic
support, which are many of the soft skills that contribute
to lifelong success. Mentors work with the same child or
Gentlemen, Start Your of you. Never arrive at her house empty-handed. These a small group of children for a one-year period, to further

Engines! signals will tell her you are into her! This is key to dating ensure stability and success.
“We believe it’s critical that we come together as

and courtship. Don’t hate the players, hate the game! It is
what it is, gentlemen. Don’t let your ego keep you single.” a community to help one another, particularly as our
By: Kelly Leary, M.S., (Tina, 55-year-old School Principal) students begin a new school year, after going through
CEO/Head Matchmaker such a challenging time,” said Ellyn Okrent, CEO of the
Happy Mother’s Day 9. “Be yourself. Don’t try to be someone else. Sooner Fuller Center. “This is an opportunity for people to find a
to all of our favorite or later, the real you is bound to come out, so aim true. If meaningful sense of purpose and do something that will
mothers, grandmothers, she is a keeper, and your “truths” collide, you will know make a huge difference in the lives of our kids.”
Those who want to contribute but may not have the

fur moms, and soon-to-be it in your heart.” (Vera, 60-year-old Doctor) time to dedicate to the mentorship program are welcome
mothers! I am touched by to participate in the Adopt-a-Class program with a $1,500
all the amazing women 10. “Chivalry is NOT dead. It’s alive and well, and men contribution that will fund a classroom’s needs for the entire
that I know and admire need to accept this fact if they want a beautiful woman by school year. Those who adopt a class may participate as
in and out of this popular their side.” (Katie, 43-year-old Pharmaceutical Rep) frequently as desired for a year to celebrate birthdays and
dating club. With so many holidays or visit at a scheduled time to interact with the
of our clients and friends If these ten tips are followed in your budding courtships children of their adopted class for a year.
following this column, I feel compelled to make this or relationships this month, you are destined to maintain a To learn more, please contact Olga Bearhope at
month wonderful for all--thus making it an extra win happy month for yourself. Since so many of us are Mothers, obearhope@fullercenterfl.org or at (561) 391-7274, Ext. 136.
for us ladies! GENTLEMEN treat the ladies in your life we deserve it too, so bend over backward (for us) and watch About The Fuller Center
For more than 50 years, the Fuller Center’s mission
better than ever, and you will win too! As they say: “If the world open up for you! Honor us. Show us how you has been to embrace, educate, and empower hardworking,
the woman in your life is happy, you are happy!” Whether feel and pay attention to our needs. We all have needs, from under-resourced families and children to reach their full
she is your mother, wife, first date, girlfriend, or someone the bedroom to the boardroom, but the needs of the heart potential. We build a positive future through education for
you have your eye on...treat her EXTRA special this May. are the most precious. If you do not have a love interest the more than 900 children (infants through teens) who we
this month, call the pros today...before the “Summer serve annually, as well as 600 of their family members. The
I’ve interviewed several of my favorite women in of Love 2023” kicks off without you. Nothing is worse Fuller Center reaches families of more than 40 zip codes
the club and they have great advice for you handsome than being single in the summer--especially in Florida! throughout Palm Beach County.
and smart men. Please enjoy and practice these top 10 Almost all Fuller Center working parents – 92 percent –
dating and relationship tips from the women clientele In honor of Mother’s Day, I am giving all women serve as essential or frontline workers, working in hospitals,
of Revolution Dating: (and men) a $500 credit towards your membership at our retail outlets, restaurants, and hotels. They are our bus
dating club--but do mention this when you reserve your drivers, store clerks and cashiers, farmworkers, delivery
1. “Many of us ladies just want the little things. For appointment with your matchmaker. What a great time to drivers, security guards, bank tellers, office workers,
example, open the car door for us. Make sure our tires get revolutionary...amidst a “man training” session! Enjoy healthcare workers, home health aides, hospital orderlies
and cafeteria workers, and childcare and eldercare workers.
have air, gas in the tank, and our car windows are clean.” the love around you and welcome more. I can’t wait to meet Our programs help empower children to start
(Ruth, 65-year-old Retired Business Woman) you! Our hotlines are open seven days a week with expert school prepared, succeed academically, and break the
pros that you can speak to LIVE! Just follow the prompts! generational cycle of poverty through quality early
2. “It is ALWAYS flattering when you compliment us.” Ready. Set. Meow. childhood education, after-school and summer camp
(Rebecca, 27-year-old Account Exec) programs, our new private elementary school, teen
XoXo, Kelly (aka THE Florida Matchmaker, Est. 1991) leadership programs, and comprehensive, family-
3. “Buy us something very expensive and totally centered support services. They also empower parents
useless.” (Sarah, 31-year-old CEO) P.S. Stay tuned for next month’s issue when MEN get the who are essential to keeping our local economy open and
red carpet treatment from me. Have a blast, everyone. You who provide the vital services we all count on.
4. “Send flowers for Mother’s Day...especially if she only live once. The Fuller Center also offers mentoring programs
is YOUR romantic interest and she happens to be a Mom and adult on-the-job training, coaching, and employment
or Grandma for example! Also, send flowers to your mom #FindSustainableLove #GetIntroduced #BeYourChange support, and no-cost transportation from 12 area schools
to our campus-based after-school programs. We serve more
too.” (Kim, 41-year-old Business Owner) #DateLocal #ThisIsOrganic #TellYourFriends than 1,800 nutritious meals and snacks daily.
In addition, Fuller Center provides opportunities for
5. “Be confident, gutsy, and truthful. Take your guard Kelly Leary© has 32 years in the dating industry and local colleges and universities to place undergraduate and
down. TAKE A RISK. What do you have to lose?” (Susan, a Master’s Degree in Psychology. She has been profiled graduate students in internships and child development
51-year-old Financial Advisor) by The Palm Beach Post, PalmBeacher Magazine, practicums.
Boca Magazine, The South Florida Business Journal, East Campus: 200 N.E. 14th Street, Boca Raton
6. “Chivalry is key to all women! Once a man loses The Stuart News, and many other publications. All West Campus: 10130 185th Street South, Boca Raton
this ability, he loses everything, including his manhood.” Revolution Dating members are prescreened first, Facebook: @fullercenterfl
(Jennifer, 37-year-old Lawyer) including background checks. Professional member Instagram: @fullercenterfl
photos are taken by in-house. Revolution Dating is not
7. “Men chase women. It’s biblical...so chase her... online dating or blind dating. In addition to providing
pursue her...claim the one you want and let her know how matchmaking services that make singles “UN-single” Advertise,
you feel. If she is interested, she is yours. If she is not, move through their exclusive membership, this club provides
on. This is more simple than you think.” (Yours Truly) outstanding dating feedback which is essential in this Check out our website!
wild world of dating today. For more information, www.seabreezepublications.com
8. “Make sure your girl knows you are into her, please call (561) 630-XOXO (9696) or (772) 932-HERE
especially when you are an “item.” Send her flowers (4373). All inquiries are confidential. or call (561) 746-3244
(even if it’s not a holiday). Book a vacation for the two