FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM (FGP) | MOHAWK VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
Gives senior citizens the opportunity to share their lifetime skills, talents, and abilities with youth with a developmental and/or learning disability. Foster grandparents can spend 15 to 40 hours each week at local elementary schools, daycare centers, and head start sites, giving one-to-one attention, encouragement, and support to children needing assistance in overcoming physical, mental, social and emotional obstacles.
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211 Mid New York
Physical Address
203 West Liberty Street, Rome, NY 13440
Hours
Administrative hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4 PM Program hours varies based on need; call for details
Fax
(315) 624-9931
Voice
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Fax
(315) 624-9931
Website
Application process
Appointment required; call for information
Fee
None
Eligibility
Individuals ages 55 years or older, in good health, able to serve at least 15 hours a week, with access to transportation and meet federal eligibility requirements
Languages
Bosnian, Spanish
Service area
Herkimer County, New York Madison County, New York Oneida County, New York
Agency info
MOHAWK VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
Provides direct services and support for education, employment, and family support services.