HandsOn Central Ohio
Cause Area
- Community
- Disaster Relief
- Emergency & Safety
- Seniors
Location
195 North Grant AvenueColumbus, OH 43215 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
HandsOn Central Ohio's mission is to strengthen and enhance the quality of life in our community by mobilizing volunteers and connecting people to critical community resources.
Description
The Foster Grandparent Program is open to people age 60 and over who are in-come eligible and willing to serve between 15 and 40 hours a week. They are given a tax free stipend of $2.65 an hour. This stipend does not reduce or eliminate their eligibility for assistance or services that is available to them under federal, state or local government programs. In addition to the stipend the individuals serving have flexible schedules, paid holidays and annual recognition. Foster Grandparents receive a supplemental accident automobile liability insurance, reimbursement for their travel, meals while they are serving and monthly training
Disaster Preparedness programs include the 2-1-1 Emergency Volunteer Team and the Volunteer Reception Center Team.