Nonprofit
Published 10/23/25 5:09PM

Volunteer with your dog!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Chicago, IL
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Volunteers have the opportunity to share their creativity and connect with older adults through flexible. Most shifts last one to two hours, and there are options to help with one-time projects or ongoing weekly programs.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    7
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Community Development, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Volunteer with your dog!

    Volunteer with your dog to bring delight to our older adult residents. Our Dog Pals program connects certified therapy dogs and their owners together with residents in both our CJE SeniorLife Deerfield, Skokie, and Evanston locations.

    All participating dogs must be certified therapy dogs by TDI (Therapy Dogs International) or similar, be up-to-date on vaccinations, license, and have insurance (provided through TDI).

    Contact Volunteer Services at 773-508-4232 or email volunteers@cje.net for more information.

    Location

    On-site

    Skokie, Evanston, Chicago, and Deerfield, IL

    Chicago, Illinois, US

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

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