St. Joseph Mercy Hospice

Seeking Volunteers & Furry Friends

For Pet Therapy Program

St. Joseph Mercy Hospice is looking to expand our pet therapy program.

We are seeking compassionate volunteers and their sweet furry friends to support our hospice program.

Program Handler & Pet Requirements:

-Dogs only; at least 2 years old.

-All dogs must be registered with a currently recognized national registry that screens and insures the animal.

-Proof of complete examination by veterinarian.

-Current on all routine vaccinations as well as any additional immunizations with our partner facilities.

-Free of internal parasites (negative fecal exam within the last 12 months).

-Free of external parasites (Any insecticide treatment must be administered not less than 3 days in advance of a visit to prevent contact with possibly harmful residues.)

-Handlers must be registered St. Joseph Mercy Hospice Volunteers.

-Volunteer application/paperwork, background check, fingerprints , tb testing and orientation.

*Health screen and background check are paid for by the organization.

Be part of providing someone joy and the best quality of life possible.

Join our team today!

Contact:

Lori Stoll

Hospice Volunteer Coordinator

St. Joseph Mercy Hospice

734-343-7538

[email protected]