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Utah County Foster
Grandparent Program
Since 1965
Utah County Foster
Grandparent Program
Since 1965
Welcome!
Friends, Family, & Neighbors of the
Utah County
Foster Grandparent Program
Where Do We Volunteer?
Our Foster Grandparents volunteer in places like:
• Daycare / Preschool Settings
• Public Schools
• Developmental centers
• Residential Treatment Centers
• Anywhere else love and support is needed
Who are Foster Grandparents?
Volunteers must:• Be 55 years of age or older
• Like children
• Be Income eligible
• Serve 15 + hours a week
• Enjoy serving others
•Mentor•Tutor•Caregiver•Friend
What is a Foster Grandparent?
•Provide Assistance•Support•Love•Companionship
What does a Foster Grandparent do?
“Foster Grandparents give children the much-needed attention that can
change lives”
“They are invaluable not only to those they serve, but also to the organizations where they serve.”
“Foster Grandparents also profoundly enrich their own
lives.”
What benefits do Foster Grandparents receive?
• Modest, Tax-free Stipend of About $200 Per Month
• Free Annual Physical Exam • Free Meal During the Work Day• Accident Insurance While on the Job
• Travel Reimbursement or Transportation
• Paid Orientation and Monthly Inservice Training
• The Opportunity to Work with Professionals
• New Friends and Companionship…and much, much more.
“It makes me proud, very proud, when a kid does well. One kid I taught to read is on
her way to becoming a lawyer.”
“You can reach these kids. And the knowledge you have is
worth a lot to them.”
“You could just stay home, or you could come here and make
a difference in the life of a child.”
Foster Grandparent Mortimer
Foster Grandparent “Nana”
Foster Grandparent Ruth
How do you become a Foster Grandparent?
Submit your application at the Utah County Senior Services office.
Located at:151 South University Ave Suite 2200
Provo, UT 84601Phone (801) 851-7784
