FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM (FGP) - BCOFA | BROOME COUNTY OFFICE FOR AGING

60 Hawley St, Binghamton, NY 13901

Eligibility

Seniors 55+ yrs, willing and able to volunteer a minimum of 5 hrs/wk.

Hours

Mon 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Tue 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Wed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Thu 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Fri 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

(607) 778-2089

Voice

(607) 778-2316

Fax

https://www.gobroomecounty.com/senior

[email protected]

Languages

Interpretation services available

Application process

Call 607-778-2089 to request an application. Applicants need to provide four references and complete an income eligibility form. All applicants to the Foster Grandparent Program must complete criminal history background checks, including: FBI fingerprinting, Sex Offender Registry check, and NY State Unified Court System check. There is no cost to the applicant for these checks.

Service area

Broome County, New York

Description

Offers seniors 55+ yrs the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs. Volunteers serve 5-40 hrs/wk in schools, day care centers and Head Start programs located throughout Broome County.

Data provided by

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What's Here

Adult/Child Mentoring Programs Intergenerational Programs Foster Grandparent Program

Providing organization

BROOME COUNTY OFFICE FOR AGING

Ensures comprehensive and coordinated services are readily available. Encourages age friendly county wide planning. Fosters public awareness of the value and contribution of older persons to the community.