Pet Therapy Volunteer

Bring Comfort and Joy with Your Certified Therapy Animal

Volunteer with Apreva Hospice as a Pet Therapy Team

Apreva Hospice is seeking compassionate Pet Therapy Volunteers to share the healing power of animals with patients receiving end-of-life care. If you have a certified therapy dog (or other approved therapy animal), your visits can bring comfort, reduce anxiety, and spark joy and connection during a tender time.

How Pet Therapy Volunteers Make a Difference:

• Provide calming animal-assisted visits to patients in homes, facilities, or inpatient settings
• Offer comfort through gentle interaction and presence
• Help reduce feelings of isolation, stress, and depression
• Bring moments of happiness, memory recall, and emotional relief to patients and families

Requirements:

• Therapy animal must be certified by a recognized organization (e.g., Pet Partners, Alliance of Therapy Dogs, etc.)
• Current vaccination and health records for the animal
• Pet must be calm, well-mannered, and comfortable in various environments
• Volunteer must complete Apreva Hospice volunteer orientation

No Prior Hospice Experience Needed

We’ll provide all necessary training to support you and your furry companion on this meaningful journey.

Ideal Volunteers:

• Warm, compassionate individuals who enjoy sharing their pet’s love with others
• Comfortable being present in sensitive and emotional moments
• Able to respect patient privacy and hospice care values

Why It Matters:

A gentle wag of a tail or the soft nuzzle of a therapy dog can offer more comfort than words ever could. Your pet's presence may be the highlight of someone’s day.

Interested in Volunteering with Your Pet?

We’d love to meet you both!