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Foster Grandparent Program is a program of Senior Corps which is a part of the Corporation for National and Community Service. Foster Grandparents devote their volunteer service entirely to disadvantaged or disabled youth. Across the country, Foster Grandparents help these children in many ways:
Offering emotional support to child victims of abuse and neglect;
Tutoring children with low literacy skills;
Mentoring troubled teenagers and young mothers; and
Caring for premature infants and children with physical disabilities and severe illnesses.
Foster Grandparents are individuals age 60 and over who thrive on direct interaction with children and believe they can make a difference in their lives. Income-eligible Foster Grandparents receive a modest stipend to help offset the costs of volunteering.
To become a Foster Grandparent, volunteers must meet certain income eligibility guidelines and be able to serve between 15 and 40 hours a week. Some Grandparents qualify to earn a tax-free, hourly stripend.
To find a volunteer program in Virginia, Visit Senior Corps in Virginia