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Foster Grandparents Say Program
Enriches Their Lives
Program Celebrated at Luncheon
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[November 19, 2007]
On Friday, CIEDC celebrated the volunteers that
make the Foster Grandparent program a success. During a Thanksgiving
luncheon at the Lincoln Park District, over 60 Foster Grandparent
volunteers from seven central Illinois counties enjoyed a
Thanksgiving luncheon and time to socialize.
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Seniors aged 60 or better are able to participate in the Foster
Grandparent program. The volunteers spend time at local Head Start
centers, preschools, day cares and schools to assist in the
classroom. For their time, the volunteers receive a small stipend
and mileage reimbursement to drive to their assigned location.
Paula Gregg has administered the CIEDC program for over 20 years.
"The CIEDC Foster Grandparents and Grandmas always say that the
program makes a difference in their lives. Spending time with the
children is something to look forward to," said Angela Stoltzenburg,
CIEDC executive director.
The CIEDC Foster
Grandparent program is always looking for new Foster
Grandparents in Logan, Mason, Menard, Macon, Piatt, DeWitt and
Fulton counties. Interested individuals should call 217-732-2159,
ext. 237, for more information.
CIEDC is a Community Action agency serving six central Illinois
counties. For more information, visit
www.ciedc.org. The agency's
programs for senior nutrition and transportation receive local
support and are also funded primarily through the Area Agency on
Aging for Lincolnland.
[Text from file received from Central Illinois Economic Development
Corp.]
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