Comfort Paws - Therapy Dog - Points of Light Engage

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Pets must be well-behaved and groomed, comfortable around strangers, received obedience training, have updated shot records and obtain a certificate of good health from a licensed veterinarian. Pets must be at least one year old to participate and be spayed or neutered. The Enhabit Hospice Family cherishes the impact our volunteers have on the patients and families we serve. Our volunteers are characterized by their selfless and heart-centered approach to life. They are caring people who offer their support and friendship to hospice patients and their families. These volunteers come from all walks of life, community members, retirees, homemakers, veterans, students, etc. Every volunteer is like a puzzle piece, ready to fulfill a need which only they can provide. What does a hospice volunteer do?

Volunteers ensure that the patient and family’s needs are met in a variety of ways. This can be through companionship, assisting with everyday tasks or providing respite time to a patient’s caregivers. Hospice volunteers can also make an impact by assisting the hospice agency with administrative duties.

This can look like: Sitting with a patient, socializing and providing a listening ear. Helping with general office support (mailings & answering the phone). Running errands for patients and families. Writing a journal or life story with patients as a memento for the family. Playing games, reading or listening to music with patients. Walking or caring for family pets. Assisting with light house cleaning. Providing bereavement support for family membersAssist with the Memorial Service.

Comfort Paws - Therapy Dog

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