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Foster Grandparents - UCAN - Chicago Headquarters

3605 West Fillmore Street, Chicago, IL 60624

Eligibility
Anyone interested in becoming a foster grandparent
Hours
Mon 9:00am - 7:00pm Tue 9:00am - 7:00pm Wed 9:00am - 7:00pm Thu 9:00am - 7:00pm Fri 9:00am - 7:00pm
Languages
Spanish, English
Application process
Contact UCAN or the program contact for more information.
Fees
Free
Service area
Cook County, IL
Foster grandparents spend 15-40 hours per week helping children on a one-on-one basis, generally in a school setting, providing support to at-risk children who are pre-school or school-aged. As mentors they also assist with homework, listen to the children, provide emotional support and offer feedback and positive reinforcement.
Date of Last Formal Update
02/09/2024
Data provided by
211 Metro Chicago
Providing organization
UCAN
UCAN strives to build strong youth and families through compassionate healing, education and empowerment. UCAN's promise is to advocate for and provide opportunities that change lives through impactful programs, consistent presence and unrivaled diversity and inclusion.