Certified Pet Therapy Volunteers
ORGANIZATION: Gentiva Hospice
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Gentiva Hospice is looking for certified pet therapy owners who would like to share the joy of their pet with patients who have a terminal illnesses. Most agree the unconditional love of an animal can warm a heart and inspire the spirit. We are interested in having volunteers share that love with our patients. Pets must be current certified therapy animals, we do not provide training and up to date on shots. We will work with your schedule!
Orientation Schedule and Visiting Schedule is flexible and will fit into your schedule.
To Join our Team or for more information please contact Stephanie Taylor, our Volunteer Coordinator, at stephanie.taylor@gentivahs.com or Call: 616-249-3043
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About Gentiva Hospice
Location:
625 Kenmoor Ste 115, Grand Rapids, MI 49546, US
Mission Statement
Mission: To provide compassionate hospice care to those we serve during the end of life's journey through our commitment to clinical excellence and uncompromising service.
Description
For over 40 years we have provided compassionate care to those we serve during the end of life's journey. As a leader in hospice care our dedicated staff feel called to support our patients. Our spiritual care staff work with many local faith organizations to deliver spiritually oriented hospice care to patients of all faiths.
Our interdisciplinary team includes medical professionals, social workers, spiritual care and bereavement professionals. Our dedicated volunteers provide companionship, pet and music therapy, personalized notes and reflection pages as well as special event support.
CAUSE AREAS
Animals,
Health & Medicine,
Seniors
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
49546
(42.92193 ,-85.50972 )
DATE POSTED
January 10, 2025
SKILLS
- Hospice Care
- Animal Therapy
- Healthcare
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 1 hour per week or 3 hours per month
- Two TB tests, copy of auto insurance, driver's license, copy of pet training and vaccines/vet records, background check, drug test, fingerprinting