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Foster Grandparent Program

     If you are ...

1. 60 years old or older;
2. On a limited income;
3. In good health;
4. Have time & love to spare.

As a Foster Grandparent, you will give help, attention and love to children who have special needs. You will volunteer 4 hours a day, Monday through Friday, helping children who need extra attention that only you, their foster grandparent, can give. There are no educational requirements to volunteer.

As a Foster Grandparent Volunteer, you will receive many benefits!

1. A $2.65 non-taxable, hourly stipend
2. Lunch while volunteering
3. Paid holidays, vacation & sick leave
4. A travel allowance
5. Recognition for service
6. Accident and liability insurance
7. Monthly in-service training
8. ...And the love of some very special children.

The Foster Grandparent Program needs you! To apply today, email us or call the LOA at (540) 985-9600, or Alleghany Highlands at (540) 962-0465.

The Foster Grandparent Program is sponsored locally by the LOA Area Agency on Aging and is part of the Senior Service Corps and federally funded through the Corporation for National and Community Service.