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ORGANIZATION: The Nature Connection

We bring the healing power of nature to people with limited or no access to the outside world: at-risk youth; elders; and people with disabilities. Through regular programs combining seasonal natural materials, live animals, and hands-on activities, we connect individuals with nature’s capacity to heal, teach, and create joy.

We are always in need of animals with therapeutic/educational potential to share at our program sites. We are looking for individuals who are able to either accompany their animal to a site (programs are one hour in length) once a month (more often if willing!) or let us borrow your animal for a program. Small animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, etc. are particularly enjoyed by our program participants.

Your animal does not need to be a certified therapy pet, but we do screen all potential program animals for suitability.

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About The Nature Connection

Location:

PO BOX 155, 40 Stow Street, CONCORD, MA 01742, US

Mission Statement

The Nature Connection's mission is to improve the wellbeing of individuals and communities through the therapeutic use of nature.

Description

The Nature Connection brings the curiosity, joy, and healing power of nature to children and elders, many confined to institutions, to have direct contact with the natural world. Programs feature seasonal themes, fresh plants, animals, natural materials and the arts, we provide educational and therapeutic programs to youth at-risk, people with disabilities and elders in Concord and Greater Boston. Founded in 1983, the Nature Connection brings individuals together with nature's capacity to heal and to teach.

CAUSE AREAS

Animals
Environment
Seniors
Animals, Environment, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Office is located at 40 Stow StreetPrograms take place in various locationsConcord, MA 01742

(42.4567,-71.3727)
 

DATE POSTED

July 1, 2016

SKILLS

  • Youth Services
  • Elder care
  • Animal Therapy

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Once a month for 2 hours
  • Helpful if volunteer is able to bring animals to a program site

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