We are seeking volunteers at least 55 years young to help special needs children in your community by providing them with the love, encouragement, support and assistance they need. Our Foster Grandparent Volunteers go into classrooms or child care centers during the school/center hours.
For more information on how to become a Foster Grandparent, please call (352) 264-6730.
Eligibility:
- Persons age 55+
- Meet income guidelines
- Be in reasonably good health
- Enjoy working with children
- Residents of Alachua County
- Complete forty hours of pre-service training
- Pass background screenings
- Program restrictions may apply
Benefits:
- Receiving non-taxable stipend payment of $4.00 per hour for time served
- Supplemental medical and automobile insurance
- Transportation provided or reimbursement for mileage up to 20 miles per day
- Daily meal or meal reimbursement
- Free annual physical examination
- Paid personal leave benefits
- Volunteer Recognition
- Opportunities to meet new people and enhanced socialization
- Learning environment where volunteers share and gain new skills
- Serve as a positive role model
Funded by the AmeriCorps Seniors and the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners.
