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Who are Foster Grandparent Volunteers?
Foster Grandparents are adults who are:
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55 years of age or older
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Able to volunteer 5 days a week, for 4 hours a day
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Willing to accept supervision
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In reasonably good health
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Can meet CNCS and ALTSD income guidelines
Benefits
Some of the benefits a Foster Grandparent receives includes:
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$3.00/hr stipend (Tax Free: Will not affect social security, disability or food stamps eligibility)
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Paid holiday, vacation, and sick days
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Free annual physical exam
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Paid training
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Insurance while on-duty
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Reimbursement for mileage or bus fares
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Recognition for volunteer services
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Meal reimbursement
Duties
Duties of the Senior Companion may include:
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Listening to children relating stories, telling stories
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Talking with children who need to share their joys, sadness, and concerns
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Helping children who need extra practice in basic skills, such as:
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Handwriting​
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Number Concepts
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Reading
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Spelling
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Speaking
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Participating with children in education and recreational activities
Who Do They Serve?
Foster Grandparents serve:​
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Children with special and exceptional needs
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Throughout Chaves County. Spending volunteer hours in Public Schools, Child Development Centers, Boy's and Girl's Club, and Head Start.
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