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Foster Grandparent Program (FGP)

(Program)

Gives senior citizens the opportunity to share their lifetime skills, talents, and abilities with youth with a developmental and/or learning disability. Foster grandparents can spend 15 to 40 hours each week at local elementary schools, daycare centers, and head start sites, giving one-to-one attention, encouragement, and support to children needing assistance in overcoming physical, mental, social and emotional obstacles.

Eligibility: Individuals ages 55 years or older, in good health, able to serve at least 15 hours a week, with access to transportation and meet federal eligibility requirements

Application Process: Appointment required; call for information

Required Documentation: Required documentation will be provided after the completion of the initial intake by Central Intake Receptionists, FGP Program Director or Program Assistant

Fees: None

Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida counties

Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency
(Agency)

Provides direct services and support for education, employment, and family support services.

9882 River Road
Utica NY 13502

Website: www.mvcaa.com

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4 PM

Disabled: Fully Accessible

Contact

Email: info@mvcaa.com

Website: www.mvcaa.com


38 Morgan Street
Ilion NY 13357

Hours

Administrative hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4 PM
Program hours varies based on need
call for details

Staff

Karima Wines
FPG Program Assistant
kwines@mvcaa.com
315-624-9930 x2832

Patricia Demma
Program Director
pdemma@mvcaa.com
315-624-9930 x2832

Disabilities Access

All locations Fully Accessible

Languages

Interpreter services available upon request, Bosnian, Spanish

This program is offered at these sites:

Ilion CAAP Location

Main Address:

38 Morgan Street

Ilion NY 13357

Website:

Rome CAAP Access Point Location

Main Address:

203 West Liberty Street

Rome NY 13440

Utica CAAP Access Point Location

Main Address:

287 Genesee Street

Utica NY 13502


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Foster Grandparent Program