Senior Citizen/Child Companionship - Foster Grandparent Program - Clearwater County
PO Box 1518, Walker, MN 56484
Eligibility
60 years of age and in good health Primarily serves Clearwater County
Hours
8 AM - 5 PM Monday - Friday
(218)281-5832
Voice
Application process
Call
Service area
Clearwater County, MN
Other Information
Program Fees
- No Fee
- Foster grandparents become friends with children and youth in their communities who need special attention and encouragement. - The positive role model and stable influence that foster grandparent volunteers provide helps these kids develop healthy attitudes and choices as they become teenagers and adults. - To be a foster grandparent: - Be 60 years or older and in good health - Be willing to commit at least 12 hours each week to establish solid and reliable relationships with those you serve - Enjoy sharing yourself and your lifetime of experience with others - They receive a small tax free stipend, reimbursement for transportation and other benefits - Service sites: - Bagley Public Schools - Headstart - Clearbrook/Gonvick Elementary
Last Assured
07/18/2024
Providing organization
Foster Grandparent Program - Clearwater County
- Foster Grandparents provide opportunities for senior age 60 and over to volunteer their time with youth in need in schools and Headstarts.