Pet Therapy Volunteers for Hospice Patients

Volunteer Opportunity: Pet Therapy Volunteers for Hospice Patients

Location: we cover 35+ towns in Connecticut, but you volunteer wherever you are comfortable!

Organization: RVNAhealth

Position: Pet Therapy Volunteer

Commitment: Flexible (Based on your availability and patient needs)

Are you and your pet looking to bring comfort, joy, and peace to those facing life-limiting illness? Join our compassionate team as a Pet Therapy Volunteer and help enhance the quality of life for hospice patients through the unconditional love and presence of your therapy-trained pet.

What You'll Do:

• Visit hospice patients in their homes or care facilities with your certified therapy pet.
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and comfort through the presence of your pet.
• Offer stress relief and improve the well-being of patients and their families during challenging times.
• Collaborate with hospice staff to ensure patient needs are met.

Requirements:

• Your pet must be a certified therapy animal through a recognized organization (e.g., Pet Partners, Therapy Dogs International, etc).
• You and your pet must complete required hospice volunteer training.
• Compassion, empathy, and patience are essential for working with hospice patients.
• Ability to travel to patient homes or care facilities within the service area you feel most comfortable.

Benefits:

• The opportunity to bring joy and comfort to individuals at a critical time in their lives.
• Flexible volunteer hours that fit your schedule.
• Support and guidance from a dedicated hospice team.
• A meaningful and rewarding volunteer experience for both you and your pet.

How to Apply:

If you and your therapy-certified pet are interested in volunteering with our hospice team, simply reply to this Volunteer Match ad! Or, if you prefer, please contact Stephanie and Felix, hospice volunteer coordinators, at [email protected], also reach us at, 203-438-5555 x1025 or x1166. You can also visit https://rvnahealth.org/support-us/volunteer/ to learn more and apply.

Bring the healing power of your pet’s love to those who need it most!