Foster Grandparent Program (FGP)

The Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) provides classrooms with senior volunteers for children with special needs or who are at an academic or social disadvantage. Volunteers work one-on-one with students serving between 10-40 hours a week in local schools. Foster Grandparents are role models, mentors, and friends to children with exceptional needs. The program provides a way for volunteers to stay active by serving children and youth in their communities.

Connect with us today for more information about the Foster Grandparent Program by calling 608.789.5620 or completing a Request Services form online.

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Eligibility:

Individuals age 55+ who meet income guidelines and other requirements
No formal experience with tutoring required

Training:

20 hours paid orientation training
Monthly meetings for continued training

Work:

Volunteers share their expertise with students
Volunteers challenge themselves to learn new skills with students

Support:

Peer support
Support from school staff
Support from Foster Grandparent Program Director

Program Benefits

Personal satisfaction
Paid stipend not counted as income
Mileage reimbursement
Paid meal at school

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The Foster Grandparent Program is a part of Senior Corps, along with RSVP and Senior Companions. Senior Corps is administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service, the federal agency that improves lives, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through service and volunteering. Workforce Connections, Inc. is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer/program, and does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the provision of services or employment. If you need this printed material interpreted or in a different form, or if you need assistance in using this service, please contact us. Deaf, hearing or speech impaired callers may reach us through the Wisconsin Relay System at 1-800-WI-RELAY (947-3529).

Wisconsin Senior Employment Program is the state-administered Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) authorized by Title V of the Older Americans Act, federally funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Labor.)