Healing Companions Inc.

I am volunteering with Healing Companions for a month now and it's been a great experience. Working closely with Jane has allowed me to understand the extraordinary work she does. Working with shelter dogs and training them to help individuals suffering from mental illnesses is a noble job. The best part about volunteering here is I am given encouragement to bring my skills on the forefront. Jane guides and gives advice that can help you plan things better but at the same time she's open to suggestions and ideas. And that's the best part where one can be themselves. Jane is precise, articulate in what she wants and so very supportive and encouraging. In summary, this is an excellent place to volunteer.

Though just in the "Storming" stage, this non-profit has a clear and documented strategy and goals. I love that by helping them accomplish their mission I am contributing to a win-win-win scenario. I am helping people with psychiatric diagnosis become productive member of society and taking them off public assistance programs (2 wins there) and at the same time matching them with a rescue dog who might otherwise have been euthanized. The Head of the organization is a dream to work for. She tells me "what" needs to be done and is available if I have questions, but never crowds my style with details on the "how". The immediate necessity is fundraising, but there is plenty of room to grow in all directions. I particularly appreciate the positive feedback I receive for my efforts. You would not believe how many places don't even think about that. In summary, this truly an excellent place to volunteer.