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Published 2/13/26 10:37AM

Hospice Certified Pet Therapy Volunteer

Lighthouse Hospice Care LLC
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Downers Grove, IL
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Patient visits will depend on the need. Ideally one hour per week per patient.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    10
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Family, Health & Medicine, Seniors & Retirement, Veterans
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Valid auto insurance if traveling to visits. Animal Companion must have up to date vaccinations and a pet therapy certification.

    Description

    Hospice Certified Pet Therapy Volunteer

    Become a Volunteer with Lighthouse Hospice!

    Make a lasting difference in someone’s life. We’re seeking kind, compassionate volunteers to provide comfort and connection to our patients and their families. All training and ongoing support are provided by our Volunteer Coordinator. All you need to bring is your heart.

    Join our Growing Hospice Team!

    Our team is committed to creating a comfortable, dignified, and caring environment for our patients and their loved ones.

    Certified Pet Therapy Volunteers Needed

    Do you have a certified pet therapy animal and want to share your time and compassion with others?

    Certified therapy animals provide a healing presence to our end-of-life patients by reducing stress and anxiety and increasing feelings of joy, warmth, and connection.

    All pet companions must be certified in pet therapy and have up-to-date immunizations and health records.

    Requirements:

    • Must have a valid drivers license and automotive insurance, if traveling to make patient visits.
    • Successful completion of a background check is required.
    • Volunteers are not paid employees and do not receive compensation for their time.
    • Currently assisting individuals in the Chicago Western Suburbs.

    If you have a heart for helping others and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you!

    How to apply:

    Contact us today to learn more about our volunteer opportunities.

    info@lighthousehospice.com

    331-472-4706

    Location

    On-site

    Lighthouse Hospice Care

    2807 Centre Cir, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA
    Directions

    Our office is located near I-355 and Butterfield Road. Patients are located in the Western Chicagoland Area. Travel required.

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