This program provides stipend volunteer opportunities for people aged 60 and older willing to devote 20 hours a week to tutoring and caring for children in partnership with teachers in pre-school, Head Start, kindergarten, and elementary schools.  Benefits include personal satisfaction through community involvement, an hourly tax-free stipend, a daily free meal, an annual physical examination, transportation, accident insurance, and the opportunity to be a loving, caring grandparent to a needy child.

Fees: No charge.

Eligibility:  Persons aged 60+; to receive stipend, income eligibility guidelines must be met.

Intake Procedure:  Walk-ins and telephone referrals accepted.

Service Area:  Lee, Scott and Wise Counties, and The City of Norton.