FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM (FGP) | MOHAWK VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
287 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13502
Eligibility
Individuals ages 55 years or older, in good health, able to serve at least 15 hours a week, with access to transportation and meet federal eligibility requirements
Hours
Administrative hours: M-F 8:30AM-4:00PM
Program hours varies based on need
call for details
Website
https://www.mvcaa.comLanguages
Bosnian, Spanish
Application process
Appointment required; call for information
Fees
None
Service area
Oneida County, New York
Madison County, New York
Herkimer County, New York
Gives senior citizens the opportunity to share their lifetime skills, talents, and abilities with youth with a developmental and/or learning disability. Foster grandparents can spend 15 to 40 hours each week at local elementary schools, daycare centers, and head start sites, giving one-to-one attention, encouragement, and support to children needing assistance in overcoming physical, mental, social and emotional obstacles.
Last assured
04/20/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
MOHAWK VALLEY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
Provides direct services and support for education, employment, and family support services.