In-Person Hospice: Pet Therapy Volunteers Milford
ORGANIZATION: New England Hospice
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Do you have a certified therapy dog with a heart for helping others? We’re looking for compassionate pet therapy teams-trained dogs and their dedicated handlers-to bring comfort, companionship, and smiles to hospice patients.
As a valued volunteer, you and your therapy dog will visit patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or nursing homes, providing emotional support and calm during a vulnerable time. Your visits can make a lasting difference for patients and their families.
Requirements:
Therapy dog must be trained and certified through a recognized pet therapy organization (e.g., Pet Partners, Alliance of Therapy Dogs, Therapy Dogs International, etc.)
Handlers must be 18+ and compassionate, reliable, and able to work with people in sensitive situations
Willingness to complete hospice volunteer training and background check
Commit to visiting patients at least once per month
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About New England Hospice
Location:
190 Old Derby Stret, Suite 304, Hingham, MA 02043, US
Mission Statement
We are looking for those who would like to make a difference during a person and their family's experience during the end of their life. Any time that you may have could make a difference with our patients. We are a small family-run hospice company that operates throughout the state of Massachusetts. We are mainly in nursing facilities, which are divided into our areas (North, West, Central, South). The amount of patients in each facility varies and depending on your interest in volunteering (in-person or virtual) we can coordinate the best location for you. At this time we would like to ask for a minimum of 1 hour a week from our volunteers. This can be over the phone or in person visiting patients/families. If you are interested and would like to discuss the volunteer opportunities that we have here, please send an email with contact information and our volunteer coordinator will follow up with you.
Description
New England Hospice has been serving patients and families facing serious illnesses and providing support to those who have lost loved ones. We maintain that hospice is about life and the quality of time we have left. As a small company, we take pride in going the extra mile by providing personalized experiences, activities, and gifts for any patient under our care. We take the extra steps to ensure every patient experiences meaningful and respectful care during their end of life process.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Seniors,
Veterans & Military Families
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
20 Claflin StreetMilford, MA 01757
(42.1375 ,-71.51633 )
DATE POSTED
July 2, 2025
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
- Animal Therapy
- Hospice Care
- Veteran Care
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Once a month
- Handler and therapy dog will have to do an in person interview with our volunteer coordinator.