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Published 8/14/25 8:00PM

Pet Therapy with Hospice of the Western Reserve

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On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Akron, OH
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    7
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    55+

    Description

    Basic volunteer duties involved in this assignment:

    • Pet Therapy Visits to patients in their homes, nursing/assisted living and other "alternative" homes, and the Medina Inpatient Unit
    • Engagement in community events

    Basic volunteer qualifications involved with this assignment: Certified Canine in Pet Therapy, ability to complete timesheet, Personable and friendly

    Who will be served by this assignment? Patients, families, visitors, and staff of Hospice of the Western Reserve

    What is the anticipated benefit of this volunteer service to those receiving the service? Comfort, companionship, and enjoyment of pet/volunteer visits

    What specific skills will the volunteer need? Ability to control pet/ensure safety when walking and visiting in homes, facilities

    Location

    On-site
    Akron, Ohio, US

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