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Published 7/15/25 12:00AM

Pet Therapy Volunteers to bring smiles to Veterans

Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Veterans Affairs Medical Center
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Philadelphia, PA
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    1 hour a week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Health & Medicine, Veterans
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    TB skin test, records for canine friend, interview/information session

    Description

    Volunteers and their 4-legged companions wanted to make friendly visits to our nation's heroes at the Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dogs must be certified through an accredited organization, but not limited to Pet Partners, Therapy Dogs International, Pals for Life, etc. Volunteers must complete a volunteer application, background check, interview, and orientation as well as provide up-to-date records for their dog.

    This is a great opportunity to visit the men and women who have served our country, and see them smile with your furry friends.

    Days and hours are flexible. We know the dogs can handle about one (1) hour for a visit. Your time will be worth it.

    Website: https://www.va.gov/philadelphia-health-care/work-with-us/volunteer-or-donate/

    Location

    On-site
    Voluntary Service (135), University & Woodland Avenues, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US
    University & Woodland Avenues

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