Foster Grandparent Program

Involved citizens, caring friends and wonderful role models.

The Foster Grandparent Program offers men and women an opportunity to share their love, wisdom and support with children and adolescents with developmental disabilities.

Foster Grandparents are 60 years or older, have a limited income, volunteer 15 to 40 hours a week, provide support, guidance, mentoring, and individualized instruction. They are volunteering in classrooms throughout Kern County.

Foster Grandparents receive:

-A tax exempt stipend,

-one meal per day provided while on duty,

-paid holidays,

-earned sick and vacation time, and

-an annual health appraisal.

The greatest benefit of being a Foster Grandparent is the joy of being part of helping a young person through life's daily triumphs and challenges.

Kern Regional Center's Foster Grandparent Program is sponsored by the California Department of Developmental Services and the Corporation for National & Community Service.

If you would like more information about the Foster Grandparent Program please contact:

Melissa Searson, M.S.

Foster Grandparent Project Coordinator

Kern Regional Center

(661) 852-3217