Foster Grandparents
http://www.aging.slco.org

Description
Foster Grandparents are matched with children and youth who have special needs.  They act as the youngsters' friends, confidantes and tutors lending them a listening ear and an understanding heart.  They help their "grandchildren" develop better self-esteem and encourage them to excel in school, and serve as positive adult role models.  Foster Grandparents work with children in a variety of settings, such as schools, hospitals, detention and youth centers.

Program Coordinator
Jill Livingston, Salt Lake County Aging Services, 2001 S State Street, Suite S1400, SLC, UT 84190. Tel. (801)468-2855. Email: jlivingston@slco.org  

Volunteer Opportunities
Foster Grandparent Volunteers work 20 hours as week as mentors and friends to children who have special emotional and/or developmental needs.  In return, they receive a not-taxable stipend of $2.55/hr and transportation reimbursement.   A free daily meal may be provided depending on the volunteer's work setting and schedule.

Volunteer Requirements
* Must be at least 60 years of age.
*Must meet income guidelines 1-person $940 per month, 2-person household $1,266 per month
* Commitment to serve 20 hours a week, preferably 4 hours 5 days a week.

Training and Support
Volunteers receive 40 hours of orientation and thereafter 4 hours of in-service each month on a variety of educational topics.  Additional training is also available through the Utah Mentor Network.

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