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13 people are interested
Pet Therapy Volunteer (Lake, Cook, McHenry, DeKalb, DuPage & Kane Counties)
ORGANIZATION: GENTIVA HOSPICE
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13 people are interested
"Our perfect companions never have fewer than four feet".
Kindred Hospice is looking for pet therapy volunteers to provide visits to patients in need at nursing facilities in a town near you! This is a special opportunity to provide companionship and support to people when they need it most, end of life. You and your pet can help our patients by:
-Lifting Spirits
-Providing Companionship and Socialization
-Decrease Isolation
-Opening up dialogue
-Invoking and Creating Memories
Please join our team and help us give back to those in need!
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About GENTIVA HOSPICE
Location:
85 W. Algonquin Rd, Ste 100, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, US
Mission Statement
To honor life and offer compassion to individuals and their families when facing a life-limiting illness.
Description
Gentiva Hospice (Formerly Kindred Hospice) is an agency with a commitment to people facing a life limiting illness and providing comfort and compassionate support for patients and their loved ones so they may experience the best possible quality of life. Gentiva Hospice serves Cook, Lake, McHenry, DeKalb, Kane and DuPage counties in both private residences and nursing facilities.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
July 27, 2022
SKILLS
- Hospice Care
- Elder care
- Animal Therapy
- Bereavement Support
- Veteran Care
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Pet must be certified/trained by Pet Therapy Organization, and current on all vaccines