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28 people are interested
Volunteer with Your Pet
ORGANIZATION: Shriners Childrens Hospital Northern CA
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28 people are interested
There’s no bark about it. Dogs, cats, bunnies, and other outgoing animals bring smiles to the faces of children daily through the hospital’s extensive pet visitation program. All candidates must complete a Pet Partners International workshop and evaluation conducted by the Shriners Hospital Pet Therapy Coordinator. Pet therapy volunteers must also complete all individual hospital volunteer requirements.
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About Shriners Childrens Hospital Northern CA
Location:
2425 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95817, US
Mission Statement
Shriners Hospitals for Children - Northern California is devoted to making a positive difference in the lives of children, their families and the communities in which they live. Our success is guided by our hospital mission - Provide the highest quality care to children with neuro-musculoskeletal conditions, burn injuries and other special healthcare needs within a compassionate, family-centered and collaborative care environment - Provide for the education of physicians and other healthcare professionals - Conduct research to discover new knowledge that improves the quality of care and quality of life of children and families. This mission is carried out without regard to race, color, creed, sex or sect, disability, national origin or ability of a patient or family to pay.
Description
Our Promise to the Community - Imagine a world where children do not suffer from the consequences of disease, birth defects and accidents. Shriners Hospitals for Children believes such a world is possible and is striving to make it happen. We are committed to building and rebuilding the promise of every child’s life. Shriners Hospitals for Children - Northern California provides cutting edge pediatric medical care in a welcoming, warm and reassuring environment; eliminates barriers to care for children in need of sub-specialty services; and ensures that every child’s needs are met, from the surgeon’s magical touch to the most complex technology. Shriners Hospitals for Children - Northern California provides pediatric health care the way it should be provided. We promise.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2425 Stockton BlvdSacramentoSacramento, CA 95817
DATE POSTED
October 15, 2020
SKILLS
- Animal Therapy
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours minimum per month; 4+ hours preferred. Shifts of no more than 2 hours at a time.
- Registered Pet Partner, Complex rating preferred. All Pet Partner species except birds.