Senior Companion
Taking her client for a dip in the local community pool
Foster Grandparent
Building realationships that last a lifetime
Senior Companion
A day of pampering
Foster Grandparent
Helping children with literacy
Senior Companion
Becoming friends with other volunteers
Foster Grandparent
Having fun while learning together
Senior Companion
Out on adventures together
Foster Grandparent
Giving extra support and having fun together
Senior Companion
Creating and having fun together
Foster Grandparent
Grandmas make a great mentor
Senior Companion
Spending time catching up together
Stories of Service
Our Mission
The MAFG/SCP will provide statewide educational and networking opportunities to assist members in achieving common program goals of support, enrichment, and advocacy, for limited-income senior volunteers of the Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion programs on local, state, and national levels.
Foster Grandparent
Foster Grandparent volunteers are 55 or better, who serve as role models, mentors, and friends to children in need. They serve at thousands of local organizations throughout the State of Michigan, including faith-based groups, Head Start Centers, schools, and other youth facilities. Foster Grandparents serve an average of 20 hours per week providing guidance to children at a critical time in their lives.
To qualify volunteers must be income eligible (200% poverty level or less). For their service they earn a tax-free, hourly stipend, transportation reimbursement and other benefits. Prior to placement, volunteers must complete 20 hours of pre-service orientation/training, a physical and various background checks. At least 24 hours of in-service training is provided annually.
Senior Companion
Senior Companion volunteers are 55 or better. They serve as advocates, supporters and friends to older adults who are frail and isolated, as well as young adults with developmental disabilities. Placements include private homes, mental health centers, convalescent facilities, and other community sites. Senior Companions are the connection to the community for their clients.
To qualify volunteers must be income eligible (200% poverty level or less). For their service they earn a tax-free, hourly stipend, transportation reimbursement and other benefits. Prior to placement, volunteers must complete 20 hours of pre-service orientation/training, a physical and various background checks. At least 24 hours of in-service training is provided annually.