Vet SOS is looking for veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and veterinary technicians to join our team of volunteers.
For more information, please contact our Vet SOS Coordinator at (415) 355-2237 or vetsos@sfccc.org.
WHO WE ARE
Vet SOS provides free veterinary care to the companion animals of homeless San Franciscans and links their human guardians with health care services. Operating since 2001, Vet SOS is a project of SFCCC's Street Outreach Services (SOS) program.
WHAT WE DO
Vet SOS provides twice monthly pop-up veterinary clinics in San Francisco with the help of our veterinary volunteers.
RESPONDING TO COVID
To reduce risk to volunteers and clients Vet SOS has moved from large drop-in clinics to more frequent, smaller clinics where visits are by appointment only. All clinics are held outdoors, masks are required (N95s and face shields are offered to volunteers), and physical distancing is practiced between clients and volunteers.
OUR GOALS
Improve the health of companion animals of homeless San Franciscans
Decrease the spread of infectious disease
Reduce pet overpopulation
Foster the human-animal bond
Provide health information and referrals to homeless San Franciscans
Champion the welfare of homeless pet guardians and their companion animals
OUR SERVICES
On-site veterinary wellness exams including vaccinations, routine procedures, and laboratory testing
Rabies certificates
Microchip implantation and registration
Distribution of animal food, leashes, collars, and other pet supplies
Referral and transportation to free spay/neuter surgery and other veterinary care
Linkage to human health services
OUR SUCCESSES
Each year over 500 companion animals of homeless San Franciscans receive free veterinary care from us.
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About SAN FRANCISCO COMMUNITY CLINIC CONSORTIUM
Location:
2720 TAYLOR ST STE 430, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133, US
Mission Statement
SFCCC envisions a future in which all persons have access to quality health care in culturally-, linguistically-, and population-sensitive, community-based settings.
Description
SFCCC is a partnership of nonprofit health centers that provides leadership and fosters innovation to improve community health.
