Hi Toni, I can jump in to answer this question.
Moderators are Mayo Clinic staff who monitor all discussions in all the groups on Mayo Clinic Connect. We connect members with each other and help them find relevant discussions and information. We keep the community safe, supportive, inclusive, and respectful according to the Community Guidelines (https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/about-connect/tab/community-guidelines/). We also work on special projects to grow the community and more.

Mentors are fellow members of the Connect community who have been recognized as trusted, knowledgeable members committed to helping others. They volunteer their time selflessly to share their experiences and their health stories. They can authentically connect with fellow members and say "I've been there." You can read more about Volunteer Mentors here: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/about-connect/tab/volunteer-mentors/