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FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM (FGP) | MOHAWK VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY

203 West Liberty Street, Rome, NY 13440

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
Administrative hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4 PM Program hours varies based on need call for details
https://www.mvcaa.com
[email protected]

Bosnian, Spanish

Appointment required; call for information

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Herkimer County, New York
Madison County, New York
Oneida County, New York

Description

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

Providing organization

MOHAWK VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY

Provides direct services and support for education, employment, and family support services.