Do you love children? Do you like mentoring and tutoring kids of all ages? Do you have a special skill set?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then becoming a Foster Grandparent Volunteer maybe right for you! We currently need Foster Grandparent Volunteers in Rochester & Stewartville!
Our Foster Grandparent Volunteers serve at a variety of locations throughout the region. The volunteers go to these sites and are role models, mentors, and friends to children with exceptional needs. The program provides a way for volunteers age 55 and over to stay active by serving children and youth in their communities.
Volunteers serve at local organizations that:
- Help children learn to read and provide one-on-one tutoring
- Mentor troubled teenagers and young mothers
- Care for premature infants or children with disabilities
- Help children who have been abused or neglected
All you need to join is the ability to give the kind of comfort and love that sets a child on the path toward a successful future. If you’re 55 or older and want to share your experience and compassion, you have what it takes to be a Foster Grandparent.
Requirements: Volunteers have to be willing to serve at least 10 hours per week (schedules are flexible-- you set the hours that work best for you) and are 55+ years old. Our volunteer undergo background checks and we provide any training required. In return for your time and commitment, you will receive a small stipend, mileage reimbursement, ongoing training, and recognition.
