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ORGANIZATION: Amedisys Hospice

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Certified pets needed to provide therapeutic visits to people living with a terminal illness. Pets must be certified
to provide the visits and have updated vaccination record. Schedules are very flexible and based volunteers availability. If you would like to assist with providing increased stimulation/engagement/companionship and
emotional support for a hospice patient please reach out to me for more information on how to get started.
Vangi LaSourd, Volunteer Coordinator for Amedisys Hospice 210-541-0922 or email
vangi.lasourd@amedisys.com

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About Amedisys Hospice

Location:

5410 Fredericksburg Rd, Bldg. A Suite 310, San Antonio, TX 78229, US

Mission Statement

Every day of life matters. At Amedisys, we view hospice services as a means for allowing people to make the very most of their time, even when faced with life-limiting circumstances. This compassionate care is provided in the comfort of your own home - wherever you call home.

Description

Amedisys Hospice is a community based hospice care agency licensed by the State of Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS) and Medicare (CMS) and Accredited by Community Health Accreditation Program.
Our goals are is to foster genuine personal connections that offer emotional, psychological and spiritual support by taking an active role in the interests that bring joy to our patients. This strong support system also extends to the patients families, providing them resources and support throughout this journey. The families we work with rate our care highly. 85% if the families said they would recommend hospice services to others and 84% rated overall patient care as "excellent" or "good."

CAUSE AREAS

Animals
People with Disabilities
Seniors
Animals, People with Disabilities, Seniors

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

5410 Fredericksburg RdSuite 310(210)541-0922San Antonio, TX 78229

(29.50664,-98.56279)
 

SKILLS

  • Elder care
  • Veterinary
  • Animal Care / Handling
  • Animal Therapy
  • Bereavement Support
  • Hospice Care

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • flexible
  • Drivers License and Auto insurance, Background check, orientation or training, flexible with schedule. Pet must be certified. Easy to handle and enjoying receiving love and attention from hospice patients.

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