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47 people are interested
Help a Child Learn to Read! Become a Registered Therapy Dog Team!
ORGANIZATION: The Connection Pet Therapy Program
Please visit the new page to apply.
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47 people are interested
Help a child learn to read by volunteering as a registered therapy dog team in our Dog Tales Reading Program offered in libraries throughout Fairfield County. School-age children (ages 6 to 10 yrs) practice their reading skills in a non-judgemental environment. This program is both fun & educational.
Not a registered therapy dog team? No problem....we can help you obtain your registration. All volunteer teams must be registered with Alliance of Therapy Dogs (formerly Therapy Dogs Inc.).
The Connection...Bringing People, Animals and Nature Together's mission is to provide animal-assisted activity/therapy and enrichment programs through literacy and humane education.
More opportunities with The Connection Pet Therapy Program
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About The Connection Pet Therapy Program
Location:
c/o Harcum House, 1147 E Main St, Ste B, LANCASTER, OH 43130, US
Mission Statement
To share the benefits of interacting with our registered therapy dog teams through meaningful volunteer opportunities.
Description
The Connection Pet Therapy Program is a program of the Harcum House (formerly the Child Advocacy Center of Fairfield County) that works to establish worthwhile volunteer opportunities for our registered therapy dog teams. Our Dog Tales Reading Program offered in libraries throughout Fairfield County allows school-age children to practice their reading skills in a fun, non-judgmental environment. The Connection also offers pet therapy visits and presentations about what animal-assisted activity/therapy is and it's benefits, humane education and how to become a register therapy dog team with us. This visits and presentations are available for schools, nursing homes, clubs, community groups and social service organizations.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Fairfield CountyLancaster, OH 43130
DATE POSTED
January 3, 2018
SKILLS
- Mentoring
- Literacy / Reading
- Animal Therapy
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum 1.5 hours per month
- Must be a Registered Therapy Dog Team w/ Alliance of Therapy Dogs (formerly Therapy Dogs Inc.)