In Schools, hospitals, drug treatment centers, correctional institutions, Head Start and day care centers, Foster
Grandparents even the odds for children who have special needs

Foster Grandparents help children develop the skills, confidence and strength to succeed in life. Foster
Grandparents make their neighborhoods stronger by helping children with special needs achieve their goals

"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."
- Foster Grandparent Mortimer Cranson

You Benefit.
As a Foster Grandparent, you'll receive:
* Pre-Service orientation and monthly training;
* An annual physical examination;
* Supplemental insurance;
* A small stipend for those who qualify;
* Help with meal and transportation costs;
* The joy of knowing you're making a difference for children.

"You could just stay home, or you could come here and make a difference in the life of a child."
- Foster Grandparent Ruth Allston

Children in Need Benefit.
Children who need a Foster Grandparent gain:
* The individual attention they might not otherwise receive;
* Confidence from your faith in them;
* Tutoring to help them succeed in school;
* The advice and life skills they need to lead productive lives; and;
* The life changing opportunity to know the consistent love of a Foster Grandparent.

"You can reach these kids. And the knowledge you have is worth a lot to them."
- Foster Grandparent Eduardina "Nana" Coleman
Foster Grandparent Program
Clifford Henry
2006 Foster Grandparent of the Year
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Can you be the Foster
Grandparent a child needs ?

Foster Grandparents:
* Are over 60 years of age;
* Can volunteer an   
average of 20 hours a week;
* Have limited income; and
* Love children
Every day in communities across America, Foster Grandparents are the
people children in need depend on for love, wisdom, and support.
Senior Volunteer Connection of South Central Georgia
Samantha Crawford
FGP Coordinator
229-671-1414
211fgp@bellsouth.net