OCP
What does OCP stand for?
Older Caregiver Project
What does GRG stand for?
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
What does DCFS stand for?
Department of Children and Family Services
Referrals for Children
Tutoring
Extracurricular Activities
Respite Services
Field Trips
What is the favorite food of our GRG members?
When did the Older Caregiver Project began?
July 1st, 2000
Age eligibility and fee?
Caregivers must be 55 and older.
At NO cost!
What does OIG stand for?
Office of the Inspector General
Referrals for seniors
Homemaker Services
Meals on Wheels
Mental Health
Transportation
Legal and Financial
Support Groups
What is the most popular topic on our GRG meetings?
Self-care topics and activities
What is the eligibility and fee?
Caregivers must be 55 and older, be in the process of guardianship, adoption, or long term foster care.
At NO cost!
What is the purpose of the GRG?
The GRG is a support group for caregivers to take a break from their parenting duties and come together with others who share similar experiences.
True or False: The Older Caregiver Project is funded by DCFS, MFS, and private sources.
True
How long does the assessment take?
All cases very, but typically the range of time is between 3 to 16 months.
What gender is more likely to take part in foster care programs?
Females
What does the OCP do?
Comprehensive assessment
Identify needs
Find resources
Make a recommendation related to permanency/ placement of the children.
What topics/ activities can be provided in the GRG?
All topics can be provided! OCP staff bring professional guest speakers to talk about different topics including self-care, parenting, art and crafts and more!
True or false: DFCS and OIG collaborated with MFS to implement the OCP program with the purpose to ensure the safety and well being of the child, stability of placement, and aid in permanency planning process.
True
What information is needed from the caregiver?
Medical, Mental Health, Cognitive Functioning
Parenting and Social History
Back up plan person
Finances
What gender is most seen entering the foster care system?
Boys
Name at least two names of the OCP staff.
Anna, Maria, Mike, and Luz
When do GRG meetings take place?
Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Who can make a referral?
DCFS
Juvenile Court
Therapist
School personnel
What information is needed from the child/ren?
Medical, Mental Health
School and Daily Functioning
Parent/ Child Interaction
What is the mission of Metropolitan Family Services?
To provide and mobilize the services needed to strengthen families and communities.