Mar. 29—COLUMBUS — The Foster (or Classroom) Grandparent program of Bartholomew, Brown, Decatur, Jackson and Jennings counties is currently recruiting new participants. Eligible adults serve in public ...

May 3—WILKES-BARRE — Many older adults want to stay active and engaged with their community. Jill Emmert, director of the Foster Grandparent Program Luzerne/Wyoming Counties, part of Telespond Senior ...

EVERETT — A program that connects older adults with children and teens who need extra support has returned to Snohomish and King counties after a two-year hiatus. But there’s a shortage of volunteers ...

A care home group took the "Adopt a Grandparent" program virtual amid COVID-19. A care home group in England, which took its "Adopt a Grandparent" program virtual amid the coronavirus pandemic, has ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. >> At a table outside Alyson Williams’ classroom at Enos Elementary School, first grader Kamya Small settles in with a pair of books. “Are you going to read for me?” asks Elizabeth ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Grandparents are special, even if they aren't yours. Wyvonnia Brooks is a volunteer and in this Rocketship classroom she's known as "Granny." Brooks is part of a Foster Grandparent ...

When times get tough, even the smallest act of kindness can create a big response. This sentiment is exactly what a new program is trying to achieve for the senior populations across the U.S. through ...

In a world where the embrace of a caring community is more crucial than ever, the Foster Grandparent Program by Wesley Family Services helps create nurturing bonds for schoolchildren in southwestern ...

The Foster Grandparent Program of Luzerne/Wyoming Counties, part of Telespond Senior Services Inc., held its Volunteer Recognition Luncheon from noon to 3 p.m. Thursday, at The Woodlands Inn and ...

The holiday season can be challenging, especially for senior citizens without family. To help combat loneliness this time of year, the Fisher Outreach Group is hosting "adopted grandparents" events.

Volunteer role models mentor Maine youngsters to support K-12 success. The Foster Grandparent Program is gearing up for the upcoming school year. Last year 61 volunteers served 162 children in ...