Pet Therapy Volunteers for Hospice Patients

Volunteer Opportunity: Pet Therapy Volunteers for Hospice Patients

Location: we cover 35+ towns in Connecticut, but you volunteer wherever you are comfortable!

Organization: RVNAhealth

Position: Pet Therapy Volunteer

Commitment: Flexible (Based on your availability and patient needs)

Are you and your pet looking to bring comfort, joy, and peace to those facing life-limiting illness? Join our compassionate team as a Pet Therapy Volunteer and help enhance the quality of life for hospice patients through the unconditional love and presence of your therapy-trained pet.

What You'll Do:

• Visit hospice patients in their homes or care facilities with your certified therapy pet.
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and comfort through the presence of your pet.
• Offer stress relief and improve the well-being of patients and their families during challenging times.
• Collaborate with hospice staff to ensure patient needs are met.

Requirements:

• Your pet must be a certified therapy animal through a recognized organization (e.g., Pet Partners, Therapy Dogs International, etc).
• You and your pet must complete required hospice volunteer training.
• Compassion, empathy, and patience are essential for working with hospice patients.
• Ability to travel to patient homes or care facilities within the service area you feel most comfortable.

Benefits:

• The opportunity to bring joy and comfort to individuals at a critical time in their lives.
• Flexible volunteer hours that fit your schedule.
• Support and guidance from a dedicated hospice team.
• A meaningful and rewarding volunteer experience for both you and your pet.

How to Apply:

If you and your therapy-certified pet are interested in volunteering with our hospice team, simply reply to this Volunteer Match ad! Or, if you prefer, please contact Stephanie and Felix, hospice volunteer coordinators, at volunteers@rvnahealth.org, also reach us at, 203-438-5555 x1025 or x1166. You can also visit https://rvnahealth.org/support-us/volunteer/ to learn more and apply.

Bring the healing power of your pet’s love to those who need it most!