Volunteer Opportunity Details:

Make a Difference in the Life of a Child . . . Become a Foster Grandparent! Foster Grandparents are volunteers 55 years of age or over who serve at community agencies such as preschools, daycares, Head Starts, and elementary schools with direct supervision from a teacher/staff person. Volunteers serve between 15 and 40 hours a week and receive a small, non-taxable stipend that by federal law does not affect rent calculations or other benefits. Tasks depend on the age of the child, but are generally related to tutoring, mentoring, and self-esteem building. Placements are available at varied locations throughout Chittenden, Franklin, Grand Isle, and Washington counties.

Volunteers must be able to work with children, have the stamina for at least a 15-hour a week placement, and be warm and caring. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements, complete an application and interview, provide 2 non-family member references and agree to a background check. Volunteers receive 20 hours of pre-service training, site orientation and periodic in-service training.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Foster Grandparent Program, Burlington

We need volunteers who are free at these times Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su Morning X X X X X Afternoon X X X X X Evening Weekly This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (55+) Volunteers will work with the following groups Adolescents (13-17) Infants / Preschoolers (0-4) Children (5-12) This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests Mentoring Services We are looking for volunteers with the following skills Mentoring Tutoring Teaching

Contact Person: Patti Meyer, (802) 860-1677, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

412 Farrell Street, Suite 200 South Burlington, VT 05403 (See a map)

Directions:

We are located off of Shelburne Road, behind Ben Franklin/Creative Habitat. The building has 412 over the entry and there is parking in front of the building or in nearby lots.

Details where opportunity can also be performed

Miscellaneous Information

The volunteer is supervised by
	teacher/staff person
Does the volunteer supervise others?
	No
Number of volunteers needed:
	Infinite
Minimum number of hours required (specify per day, week, month, project)
	Minimum 15 hours per week
The minimum age for a volunteer is
	55 years of age
What is the minimum age for youth or youth group volunteers with an adult?
	N/A
Is parking available?
	Yes
Is there a cost for parking?
	No
Does the agency reimbuse volunteers for parking?
	N/A
Does the agency provide meals for volunteers?
	Yes
Is this volunteer site accessible for those with physical disabilities?
	Yes
Is this opportunity appropriate for court-ordered service?
	No
What screening procedures are required?
	Application, Interview (phone or in-person), References, Background Check (VCIC, DAD, SRS, FBI), Auto Insurance Verification, Driver's License Verification, Confidentiality Statement
Is this opportunity appropriate for a home-bound volunteer?
	No
Is a supervisor readily available to answer volunteers questions?
	Yes
The volunteer work takes place in this county:
	Chittenden, Franklin, and Grand Isle Counties

Last updated on September 15, 2009