Foster Grandparent Program of Southern Oregon
Run by Rogue Valley Manor Community Services
Program Details
Recruitment Status
- Accepting Male Mentors: Yes
- Accepting Female Mentors: Yes
- Accepting Male Mentees: No
- Accepting Female Mentees: No
Program Description
The Foster Grandparent Program tutors, mentors and supports at-risk children age birth to 21, utilizing the expertise of seniors age 60 and above. Lower income seniors receive a non-taxable, non-declarable stipend for their 15 to 40 hours of weekly service. The children with whom they work are provided mentoring in its best form through the consistent efforts of these volunteers who create a caring, encouraging environment. An undeniable, yet sometimes overlooked benefit to the volunteer participating in this proram is the increased feeling of self-worth from doing so.
Ages of Youth in the Program
1 to 21
Description of Youth in the Program
At-risk children birth to 21 years of age.
Quality Standards of Program
Youth Goals and Outcomes
Enrich the lives of Southern Oregon youth and seniors.
Mentor Profile
Volunteers must be 60 or older. Those who meet specific income guidelines (125% of the poverty level) qualify to receive a small stipend of $2.65/hour that is non-taxaale and non-declaraable. Seniors volunteer 15 to 40 hours per week at supervised sites and receive a week long training, as well as monthly in-service trainings. Fingerprint background checks must be submitted and approved prior to placement with children.
Types of Mentoring
- Volunteer with one youth (one-to-one mentoring)
- Volunteer(s) with one or more youth (group or team)
Place Where Mentoring Occurs
- Community-based (community activities might include, sports, meals, museums, concerts, etc.)
- Site-based (limited to one location: school, activity center, workplace, etc.)
Hours Needed
- Weekday Mornings: 8 am to Noon
- Weekday Afternoon: Noon to 3 pm
- Weekday After School: 3 pm to 5 pm
Contact Information
Web: www.retirement.org/rvmcs/fostergran.htm
Contact: Becky Snyder
Phone: (541) 857-7784
Email: becky@retirement.org
Locations Served
- Ashland
- Central Point
- Grants Pass
- Klamath Falls
- Medford
