January 21, 2025 ~ Lucy Ann Lance talks with Sandy Bowers, Foster Grandparent Program Supervisor and LaDonna Austin, Foster Grandparent Program Volunteer for this week's Community Cares. The Foster Grandparent Program, established in 1965 and introduced to Washtenaw County in 1968, engages senior volunteers to support children and youth with special needs. Sandy highlights its mutual benefits for seniors, children, and schools. Volunteer LaDonna Austin shares her positive experiences, describing how the program has rejuvenated her and given her a sense of purpose. Open to seniors aged 55 and older, the program requires about 20 hours of weekly commitment and focuses on assisting lower-income individuals, including background checks for participants.