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Published 1 month ago
Pet Companions for Hospice Patients
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Pittsburgh, PA
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime)
Time Commitment:
Flexible
Commitment Details:
We work with your schedule
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
6
Cause Areas:
Animals, Community Development, Health & Medicine
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Age 55+
Participation Requirements:
Background Check, Attend Orientation
Age Requirement:
18+
Other Requirements:
Annual TB test (we provide), updated pet vaccinations.
Description
Visits from our four-legged friends bring a smile to everyone's face. They provide reduced anxiety and peace to the patients we serve.
Gateway Hospice has the perfect volunteer opportunity for you and your furry friend. Calling all friendly pet's and their owners! You and your 'best friend' will visit hospice patients wherever they call home -- assisted-living facilities, hospitals, skilled nursing homes, and/or personal homes.
- We are looking for volunteers all over the Greater Pittsburgh Region, including
Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Washington & Westmoreland counties. Gateway Hospice will work with you and your animal buddy to accommodate your specific volunteer interests.
We provide training and ongoing education to prepare and support you to serve vulnerable end-of-life patients and their families.
Location
On-site
Allegheny and surrounding counties.
Greater Pittsburgh Region, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US
