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Alternate Name
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Foster Grandparents Program
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Description
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FOSTER GRANDPARENT: Offers seniors ages 55 and older to work part-time with children with special needs under professional supervision for a tax-free stipend. Provides support, guidance and friendship to children. They help children develop the skills, confidence and strength to succeed in life.
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Caroline County
Maryland - Dorchester County
Maryland - Somerset County
Maryland - Wicomico County
Maryland - Worcester County
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Hours of operation:
Fri: 9AM 5PM
Thu: 9AM 5PM
Wed: 9AM 5PM
Tue: 9AM 5PM
Mon: 9AM 5PM
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Eligibility
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Individuals age 55 or older that have limited income, complete annual medical report, and must pass background clearance and be able to serve at least 15 hours per week. Must be able to accept supervision and training.
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Application Process
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Call for application information. Must complete an annual physical examination and background check.
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Documents Required
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Call for information.
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Programs at this agency
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SHORE UP, Office of Home Energy Programs, Somerset County
SHORE UP, Office of Home Energy Programs, Wicomico County
SHORE UP, Office of Home Energy Programs, Worcester County
Early Head Start, Grasonville Center
Early Head Start, Chestertown Center
Head Start Program, Eden Center
Head Start Program, Stockton Center
Head Start Program, Hurlock Center
Early Head Start, St. Clair Center
Head Start Program, Easton Center
Shady Pines Adult Day Center
SHORE UP, Tax Preparation Assistance
SHORE UP, Generation Project Program
SHORE UP, Housing & Community Development
SHORE UP, Training and Employment
SHORE UP, General Education Diploma
Early Head Start, Snow Hill Center
Early Head Start, Crisfield Center
Early Head Start, Berlin Center
Early Head Start, Stockton Center
Early Head Start, Princess Anne Center
Head Start Program, St. Clair Center
Dorchester Early Learning Center
Early Head Start, Salisbury Center
Early Head Start, Easton Center
Early Head Start, Eden Center
Early Head Start, Hurlock Center
Head Start Program, Westover Center
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Fax Number
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410-742-9191
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Main
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410-749-1142
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Main Contact Name
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Freddy Mitchell
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Main Contact Title
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Executive Director
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Main Contact Phone
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410-749-1142
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Main Contact Email Address
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fmitchell@shoreup.org
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Director or Senior Administrator Name
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Freddy Mitchell
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Director or Senior Administrator Title
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Executive Director
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Director or Senior Administrator Phone
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410-749-1142
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Director or Senior Administrator Email Address
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fmitchell@shoreup.org
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Sites offering this Program
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520 Snow Hill Road
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