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Pet Therapy Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Providence Hospice and Home Care of Snohomish County
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Pet Therapy is a visit or series of visits from a Pet Therapy team (a handler and their animal) to a patient or family who has requested them through their hospice care team.
The simple act of petting an animal can trigger the release of beneficial hormones that enhance mood.
These visits are intended to:
- Alleviate stress and feelings of isolation.
- Provide opportunities for reminiscing and sharing stories about their own pets.
Pet Therapy teams must be certified through an accepted organization. If you aren’t already certified, we are happy to provide information on the process!
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About Providence Hospice and Home Care of Snohomish County
Location:
1615 75th St SW, Everett, WA 98203, US
Mission Statement
As expressions of God’s healing love, witnessed through the ministry of Jesus, we are steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.
Description
Volunteers with Providence Hospice and HomeCare of Snohomish County help provide emotional and practical support to those who are facing a terminal illness. We serve patients and families throughout Snohomish county, wherever they may call home (private residence, nursing facility, adult family home, etc.) Volunteers can serve in their own community. Volunteers may help by providing companionship for patients, respite for caregivers, transportation to appointments, assistance with errands such as grocery shopping, and much more. Complementary Therapists also provide massage therapy, music therapy, animal-assisted interactions, meditation, and other modalities to provide comfort to patients. Volunteers also provide support to our bereaved family members through one-on-one listening support, co-facilitating a children, teens or adult grief group, or as a volunteer at Camp Erin (an overnight, weekend camp for children and teens who have lost a loved one). In addition, volunteers help support our mission through administrative work in our offices.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1615 75th Street SouthwestEverett, WA 98203
DATE POSTED
January 17, 2025
SKILLS
- Patient Care
- Healthcare
- Animal Therapy
- Hospice Care
- Relationship Building
- Elder care
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- up to 4 hrs/week
- Dog must be certified as a therapy dog; TB & Flu Vaccinations for handler required/provided