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34 people are interested
Become a Foster Grandparent!
ORGANIZATION: Volunteers for Community Impact
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34 people are interested
Foster Grandparents are 55+ experienced adults throughout Central Florida. Before volunteering, each Grandparent undergoes 40 hours training before being placed in community organizations, and continues to receive training monthly. Our Grandparent volunteers then are matched in sites throughout our community with children of special or exceptional needs, where beneficial relationships are created.
Volunteers can be placed in various sites throughout Osceola, Orange, Seminole, and Volusia counties with children ages 2-18.
Volunteers will NOT be asked to change diapers, cook, clean, or do clerical work.
Why volunteer with Volunteers for Community Impact? We provide training, a background check, supplemental insurance, and recognition to volunteers at no charge. Foster Grandparent Program is federally funded by the Corporation for National and Community Service.
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About Volunteers for Community Impact
Location:
3545 Lake Breeze Dr., Orlando, FL 32808, US
Mission Statement
Our mission: "Improving Lives Through Volunteerism."
Description
We are the leading organization for senior volunteerism in the greater Central Florida area, serving Orange, Osceola, Seminole and Volusia counties. Just last year, 1,186 caring adult volunteers gave 438,683 hours of service. That is more than $9.5 million dollars worth of volunteer service being poured back into our communities.
Previously known as Florida Senior Programs, VCI has been the sponsoring agency for the REtired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and Foster Grandparent Programs since 1977. Our 36 year presence has proven our aptitude for providing meaningful and impactful volunteer experiences.
VCI provides membership benefits and support to volunteers aged 55+, at no cost to the volunteers or their volunteer stations. Just a few of the benefits of membership include: Supplemental insurance while volunteering, a dedicated coordinator, and matching to find the perfect position to fit the interest of the volunteer.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Throughout Central FloridaOrlando, FL 32808
DATE POSTED
July 20, 2015
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 55
- Orientation or Training
- 20 hours a week
- Must be able to read, write,communicate in English