Utah County Foster

Grandparent Program

Since 1965

Utah County Foster

Grandparent Program

Since 1965

Welcome!

Friends, Family, & Neighbors of the

Utah County

Foster Grandparent Program

Where Do We Volunteer?

Our Foster Grandparents volunteer in places like:

• Daycare / Preschool Settings

• Public Schools

• Developmental centers

• Residential Treatment Centers

• Anywhere else love and support is needed

Who are Foster Grandparents?

Volunteers must:• Be 55 years of age or older

• Like children

• Be Income eligible

• Serve 15 + hours a week

• Enjoy serving others

•Mentor•Tutor•Caregiver•Friend

What is a Foster Grandparent?

•Provide Assistance•Support•Love•Companionship

         

                        

                                                     

                                     

What does a Foster Grandparent do?

“Foster Grandparents give children the much-needed attention that can

change lives”

“They are invaluable not only to those they serve, but also to the organizations where they serve.”

“Foster Grandparents also profoundly enrich their own

lives.”

What benefits do Foster Grandparents receive?

• Modest, Tax-free Stipend of About $200 Per Month

• Free Annual Physical Exam • Free Meal During the Work Day• Accident Insurance While on the Job

• Travel Reimbursement or Transportation

• Paid Orientation and Monthly Inservice Training

• The Opportunity to Work with Professionals

• New Friends and Companionship…and much, much more.

“It makes me proud, very proud, when a kid does well. One kid I taught to read is on

her way to becoming a lawyer.”

“You can reach these kids. And the knowledge you have is

worth a lot to them.”

“You could just stay home, or you could come here and make

a difference in the life of a child.”

Foster Grandparent Mortimer

Foster Grandparent “Nana”

Foster Grandparent Ruth

How do you become a Foster Grandparent?

Submit your application at the Utah County Senior Services office.

Located at:151 South University Ave Suite 2200

Provo, UT 84601Phone (801) 851-7784