Volunteer Programs

Foster Grandparent Program (FGP)

Foster Grandparents are trusted mentors, confidants and friends to young people in need. Foster Grandparents are at least 60 years of age or older and volunteer 20 hours a week. They help children with special needs improve their reading, motor skills, temperament, and behavior. Their efforts enhance a child’s physical development, improve the child’s self esteem. They serve the children as invaluable role models.

The Foster Grandparent volunteers receive a stipend of $2.65 per hour to supplement their monthly income. This stipend does not count as income and does not affect other benefits such as food stamps, Medicaid, rent subsidy, or Supplemental Security Income. Volunteers also receive mileage reimbursement and paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. The program is funded through the Corporation for National and Community Service.

Foster Grandparents give of themselves each and every day. They are busy, but never too busy to provide their time and energies to children with special needs who greatly appreciate the love and attention they receive. Their service and kindness fosters hope in the hearts of the children.

Stacy Friesland (stacy@landofsky.org)  828/251-6622 ext. 139

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