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Published 11/19/25 1:40PM

Calling all Therapy Dog Teams: Share the love that only comes through the love of animals

Gentiva Hospice - Flowood, MS
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Mendenhall, MS
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Flexible
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Community Development, Health & Medicine
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    All volunteers must be at least 18 years old and go through an application process (background check, drug screening, etc.) and training.

    Description

    Calling all Therapy Dog Teams: Share the love that only comes through the love of animals
      • Comfortable interacting with a variety of people, including patients, families, and staff
      • Have an animal assistance therapy certification
      • Proof of liability insurance through certifying organization
      • Proof of current vaccination

    Benefits of Volunteering:

      • Bring comfort and joy to patients in their final days
      • Be a source of emotional support for families during difficult times
      • Make a positive impact on the community
      • Flexible scheduling to fit your availability
    • Together, we can help make the end-of-life journey a little bit brighter for those who need it most.

    Location

    On-site

    JACKSON, MS. /SIMPSON COUNTY/MADISON COUNTY, RANKIN COUNTY, HINDS COUNTY

    Mendenhall, Mississippi, US

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