Here's a few more details on the program that I've been asked.

Every state does the Foster Grandparents Program differently.  Some, like West Virginia, are funded through United Way and others through state and other means.  

If you go to this site, Senior Corps, you can download the various states info in PDF format and see which areas within those states are participating. 

To select a state, scroll down past the blue "Get Involved" box. Directly under it is "Senior Corps in Your State."  Select your state from the drop down list.

I think it's a shame not every school is involved.  Grandparents add so much to a school.  Not only do the teachers, students and principals enjoy what they contribute, but the parents do as well.  Mom was really surprised the day one of the parents thanked her for what she has done in her child's life.

I know some schools feel teacher's aides are enough. Which is all fine and well, but many school districts keep wanting tax increases in order to pay for the aides.  It's expensive. 

Now before someone sends me nasty emails hear me out. It's not that I'd like to see the aides positions done away with, but I think school districts that do struggle with funding should consider using grandparents.

Anyway, check out the link.  Download the PDF files and take a look at what's up.  Then, call the area near you and find out what they have available. 

That's another point I should have mentioned and forgot.  Some places are filled to their limit of FG's and have a waiting list.  You might have to look into a school district outside of where you live.  Oh!  And yes!  You can live in one state and be a Foster Grandparent in another.

Anyway!  Call.  You never know what else they may have to offer you in volunteer work.

Check back Monday for more on the Foster Grandparents Program!  We'll take a look at summer jobs for Foster Grandparents!

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