EASTER SEALS NORTH GEORGIA
FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM

 

 

SHARE TODAY, 

SHAPE TOMORROW.

 

As a Foster Grandparent, you are a role model, a mentor, and a friend.  Serving at one of many local organizations-including faith-based groups, Head Start Centers, schools, and other youth faciliites- you help children learn to read, provide one-on-one tutoring, and guide children at a critical time in their lives.  put simply you give the kind of comfort and love that sets a child on the path toward a successful future.

Foster Grandparents serve up to 40 hours per week.  Some volunteers may qualify to earn a tax-free, hourly stipend.  With Foster Grandparents, you will receive pre-service orientations, training, and supplemental accident and liability insurance while on duty.

 

 

See our inspiring video at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAUeesBmq2U

Eligibility Requirements

• 55 years of age or older

• No longer active in the work force

• Medically qualified physically and mentally to serve

• Willing to accept supervision

• Have an annual income, from all sources, not to exceed 200% of the poverty level (in order to receive stipend)

• Must not have an unsatisfactory criminal record, and can not be a registered sex offender

• Must be able to provide service a minimum of 20 hours per week.

Volunteer Benefits

• Tax-free stipend of $2.65 per hour of service

• Free meals during a service day

• Transportation reimbursement up to $2.00 per day ($7.60 for MARTA Mobility)

• Paid Time Off

• Pre-Service and on-going training

 

 

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Contact: Jennifer Wilson
              404-943-1070 x 125
              jwilson@esng.org