Foster Grandparents go to School
Seniors 60 and over and who meet income requirements are encouraged to apply to
become a mentor at their local school. Grandparents help students gain reading skills by listening to them read or reading to them. They can also help in any subject area depending on the needs of individual students. It goes without saying interested people have to love being with young folks.
Benefits gained by the senior is a chance to utilize their skills and talents and to supplement their income. Benefits gained by students is another loving adult at school to give them love, support, patience and guidance.
To qualify as a Foster Grandparent a senior must:
be 60 years of age or older
Meet income guidelines
able to serve a minimum of 15 up to a maximum of 40 hours a week
receive a clear Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse and Neglect Check
have a sincere interest in children and a desire to help in their growth and development.
For more information about the Foster Grandparent Program and application forms contact:
Paula Messmer, Director
600 South 2nd Street Suite 8
Bismarck, ND 58504
Phone: (888) 603-8376 ext. 17