Is there a program that hooks you up with elderly people that would like someone to "adopt" them?

I know we adopted an elderly woman out in North Carolina many years back when I was a kid, but now that I have my own kids and live in Texas, I'm trying to find a website or program that does this sort of thing. I think it was ALOT of fun to have an adopted grandparent and I can see how it would make a person extremely happy.

Is there a program that hooks you up with elderly people that would like someone to "adopt" them?
You should call the local nursing home or eldercare and see if they have a list. I am sure there are people there that need a "family." :) Little things can really make their day! Kudos to you for being willing to do this! :)
Reply:Here in Ky We have a foster grand parent program. I have worked with the elderly for years and now that I'm retired, I try to voluteer as much as my health will allow. I agree that checking with retirement homes is a good place to start, also I found a super gent through my Dr, he asked if I was interested,but I think he knew I needed it, as much as "our papa" did. bless you
Reply:WHY IS SYLVIA CALLING IT A SCHEME? what is so bad with adopting an elderly person.
Reply:This sounds great. You must be a very nice person. I'm available for adoption anytime. ( only kidding)


Wick, you sweetie pie you. Now when should we go about getting these papers drawn up? How lucky can a girl get??
Reply:I'm with C.J. and wouldn't mind being 'adopted'. What a kind thought. God bless you more!
Reply:Wonderful selfless idea! There is probably someone so close in proximity to you that needs the friendship and has wisdom to share. Ask neighbors, church members or a local diner, coffee shop for the names of single or lone seniors. I managed a donut/coffee shop years and the seniors all helped me finish raising my last child. We had surrogate Mothers out the yazoo. I think they got us much out of helping us as we benefited by having them. Sadly it has become time to say goodbye to more of them every year. But what a priviledge it is to have known them.
Reply:I've never heard of that, but it sounds like a really sweet thing to do around the holidays. I'm curious to see what people do come up with. Sorry I can't help =\
Reply:Maybe it's up to you to restart the program. I'm in. But I'll have to take Eve if she's up for adoption, she's a sweetheart. *wink* Nice idea.
Reply:I don't know about in the States, but we have a scheme like this in the uk. I would want to be very sure that anyone who was involved in anything like it would be throughly vetted though. For the safety of the children and the adopted grandparents.
Reply:You may want to check with the local program like meals on wheels (they deliver meals to shut ins) or Dept. of aged and aging, most bigger towns have such a thing. If not there are many lonely folks at retirement homes who kids live out of state, or no longer have contact with them and would welcome such a nice outreach. GOOD LUCK and God bless.
Reply:Why don't you contact a nursing home in your area and talk to the activities director. I'm sure they would help you.
Reply:No I haven't - regretable! If you find the answer to this question please be kind enough to nominate me as a candidate for adoption! I would love to have a family again.


Also if you do find, say a web site, on this subject, please log on again to YA and let us all know what web site this is.


Many thanks for a very interesting question. A Star for you!
Reply:Aww I want my own puppy .. I mean grandma ha...





gosh it sounds like a pound:?..never heard of that but it sounds intresting





try google ;)
Reply:that's sick.



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