A subsidized volunteer program, the Foster Grandparent Program provides opportunities for older adults to tutor, mentor and comfort children from birth to 21 years old who have special needs.
Community Progress Council’s Foster Grandparent Program reaches schools throughout York County and includes approximately 50 volunteers who work throughout the school year.
Volunteers must be 55 years or older and not exceed 200 percent of the federal poverty guidelines. Participants must commit to serving 15 to 20 hours a week and submit to required background checks.
Volunteers support children in developing basic learning skills and sharing life experiences, and provide emotional support and one-on-one attention in areas of reading, writing and math to prepare the children for independent living.
The Foster Grandparent Program enables participating seniors to remain physically and mentally active and to enhance their self-esteem through continued participation in needed community service.
226 E. College Ave.
York, PA 17403
Community Progress Council's Foster Grandparent Program includes 20 locations across York County - including elementary schools, Head Start centers and non-profit daycare centers.