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1 person is interested
Certified Pet Therapy Visits (Paola)
ORGANIZATION: Ascend Hospice
Please visit the new page to apply.
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1 person is interested
Pet Therapy ** YOUR PET MUST BE A CERTIFIED THERAPY ANIMAL FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY **
Pet Therapy helps to encourage movement and physical stimulation in hospice patients. It also provides numerous mental benefits for hospice patients including socialization, mental stimulation, companionship, and love.
Volunteers receive training. We will work with your availability, there is no set time limit needed for this opportunity!
Please note volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
To learn how to become a volunteer at Ascend Hospice, please contact us at ascendmoksvolunteerdept@ascendhealth.com
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About Ascend Hospice
Location:
4550 W. 109th St., Suite 210, Overland Park, KS 66211, US
Mission Statement
Ascend Hospice is dedicated to providing innovative, quality care and wellness to our communities to help them live better lives. By being a hospice volunteer, you can take great pride in knowing you’ve made a positive impact in someone’s life and in your community. From our teen volunteer program to comforting families during the final hours, Ascend Hospice offers opportunities for individuals ranging in age from teens to senior citizens.
Description
Ascend Hospice, formerly Care Alternatives, is committed to providing extremely exceptional care and services with integrity and compassion. Founded in 1995, Ascend Hospice is a nondenominational, multicultural hospice and palliative care provider built on the belief that hospice services should reflect the life we live - one lived fully and with dignity. With offices in New Jersey, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Kansas, Missouri, California and Virginia, the company currently provides care for approximately 850 patients in nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, hospitals and private homes. Dedicated to a holistic approach, Ascend Hospice’s expert interdisciplinary teams provide state-of-the art hospice care, including pain control and symptom management through holistic and traditional therapies, as well as emotional support for patients and families.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
908 N Pearl StreetPaola, KS 66071
DATE POSTED
July 23, 2020
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
- Animal Therapy
- Patient Care
- Hospice Care
- Spiritual Healing
- Veteran Care
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Just a few hours a few!
- Background Check, Medical paperwork, and Volunteer training...all provided by Ascend Hospice.