Foster Grandparent Program

(Program)

Gives senior citizens the opportunity to share their lifetime skills, talents, and abilities with special needs children and young adults. Foster grandparents spend 15 hours each week at local elementary schools, daycare centers, head start sites, hospitals, detention centers, and group homes, giving one-to-one attention, encouragement, and support to children needing assistance in overcoming physical, mental, social and emotional obstacles.

Eligibility: Individuals ages 55 years and older, in good health, able to serve 15 hours a week, with access to transportation and meet federal eligibility requirements

Application Process: Call 315-295-0719 to apply

Required Documentation: Complete a background check; call for additional document requirements

Fees: Call for fee information

Onondaga County

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PEACE, Inc
(Agency)

217 South Salina Street
Syracuse NY 13202

Website: peace-caa.org

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Disabled: Fully Accessible