Salt Lake County Foster Grandparent & Senior Companion
The Salt Lake County Foster Grandparent Program provides an opportunity for low-income seniors to earn a small, tax-free stipend of .65 per hour while working with high-risk children in 26 settings. They serve 20 hours per week working in hospitals, schools, substance abuse treatment programs, and day care centers. They provide mentoring, tutoring and emotional support to high-risk and special needs children. The Foster Grandparent Program is made possible by a federal grant from the Corporation for National and Community Service and is sponsored by Salt Lake County Aging Services. The Senior Companion Program provides an opportunity for low-income seniors to earn a small, tax-free stipend of .65 per hour while helping other seniors maintain their independence and providing respite to caregivers. They serve 20 hours per week and assist the elderly with light housekeeping, meal preparation, socialization, rides to doctor appointments and other essential needs. The Senior Companion Program is made possible by a federal grant from the Corporation for National and Community Service and is sponsored by Salt Lake County Aging Services.
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Monday, October 4, 2010— Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart unveiled a new laundry program at the Cook County Jail today, utilizing inmates to wash all clothing instead of using outside contractors. The “Clean Start” program utilizes about 20 US military veterans who are in the Cook County Jail on non-violent charges. In addition to hands-on experience in laundry services, the program also includes a classroom component where participants can learn business plans and entrepreneurial skills, thanks to support from Roosevelt University. It is all being done at no cost to taxpayers, as all laundry machines, education costs and other start-up expenses are covered by profits generated by inmate purchases from the jail commissary for items like snacks and toiletries. “This program makes so much sense on so many levels,” Dart said. “These men were willing to sacrifice themselves for our country, but then came home and made mistakes. We can help them with mental health services, then give them job skills and the support they need to get back on their feet. We’re focusing on rehabilitation instead of incarceration and we’re saving taxpayer money — two of the highest priorities I have as sheriff.” ARAMARK Correctional Services, which manages the program, agreed to hire two people who have gone through the “Clean Start” program, once they are released from custody. One “graduate” will work each of the two shifts at the jail, along with an ARAMARK supervisor. In addition, ARAMARK …
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