The school supplies are on the shelf at local stores and students are beginning to think about back to school. Students and school staff are not the only ones returning to school. Senior adults who were busy with outdoor summer pursuits may find they have time on their hands. Using this time to help others is a great way to improve the quality of life for both the volunteer and the children who meet with the volunteer.

Southwestern Wisconsin Community Action Program has a special volunteer national service program, the Foster Grandparents Program (FGP), which is designed for seniors. Fo...