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33 people are interested
Certified Pet Therapy Volunteers Needed
ORGANIZATION: Penn Medicine Hospice
Please visit the new page to apply.
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33 people are interested
Animals provide such healing moments and a welcome distraction to daily stresses in a care facilit! Certified Pet Therapy dogs and their compassionate owners are needed to provide regular visits to patients and their family members at Penn Hospice @ Rittenhouse, 1800 Lombard Street or in one of our Long Term Care facilities in Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware counties. We welcome you and your pet; flexible visitations can be scheduled based on your availability. Apply now; make someone's day a bit brighter!
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About Penn Medicine Hospice
Location:
150 Monument Rd., Suite 600, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004, US
Mission Statement
Penn Medicine Hospice's mission is to comfort and support patients and families who are experiencing a life-limiting illness. We accomplishes this through service, educating the public and the healthcare community about hospice principles and practices, and continuing to evaluate and modify hospice policies and services.
Description
Our holistic philosophy takes a pro-active approach to pain and symptom management and recognizes that pain extends beyond the physical. We address the symptoms of each patient's illness as well as the emotional and spiritual concerns of the patient, caregiver and family - assisting patients and loved ones with the challenges that come with death and dying.
Hospice care provides a way for patients to take control of their life and treatment, encouraging them to take an active role in the important medical and legal decisions that affect them and those around them. Our multidisciplinary hospice team provides a wide range of care and support, allowing patients to live out their final months comfortably, in control, and with the dignity and respect they deserve.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1800 Lombard StreetVarious other locations as needed.Philadelphia, PA 19146
DATE POSTED
December 11, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Animal Therapy
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Weekly and Monthly visits welcome
- Trained & certified pet