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Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion Program

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California Department of Developmental Services

  • 5 people are interested

Individuals who are at least 55 years old and meet low-income requirements may be eligible to volunteer with individuals with developmental disabilities and receive a tax-free stipend.

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About California Department of Developmental Services

Location:

1600 Ninth Street,, Room 340, MS 3-25, Sacramento, CA 95814, US

Mission Statement

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is committed to providing leadership that results in quality services to the people of California and assures the opportunity for individuals with developmental disabilities to exercise their right to make choices.

Description

Through a federal grant with the Corporation for National & Community Service, the Department of Developmental Services sponsors the Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion Program through nine sites throughout the state. Foster Grandparents and Senior Companions who are at least 55 years old and who meet income requirements may volunteer with individuals with developmental disabilities and receive a tax-free stipend.

Children & Youth
People with Disabilities
Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity, with no fixed address.

DATE POSTED

August 27, 2020

SKILLS

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 55
  • Orientation or Training
  • Be able to serve at least 15 hours each week
  • must qualify as "low-income" per federal guidelines

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