AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program/North Coast Opportunities

Cause Area

  • Children & Youth
  • Community
  • Education & Literacy
  • Environment
  • Seniors

Location

PO Box 6914Eureka, CA 95503 United States

Organization Information

Mission Statement

NCO develops and provides services that strengthen our communities, one person at a time. AmeriCorps Seniors strive to engage Americans 55 years and older in volunteer service and to provide one-on-one support to children with special needs to improve their academic, social, or emotional development.

Description

Who We Are!
The Foster Grandparent Program is a part of AmeriCorps Seniors, a federal agency that encourages adults 55 and older to share their skills, talents and experiences to meet a wide range of community challenges. NCO Volunteer Network sponsors and administers the Foster Grandparent Program for Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake Mendocino, and Sonoma Counties.

Who is eligible to become a
Foster Grandparent?
Foster Grandparents MUST:

  • Be 55 years or older
  • Meet income requirements
  • Consent to a comprehensive criminal history check
  • Adhere to our code of conduct and all other program policies
  • Be physically and mentally able to perform assigned activities
  • Have a willingness to learn and grow through on-going training
  • Have a genuine desire to work with children and youth

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