Ministry Hospice Pet Therapy Volunteer
Highly trained volunteers with certified therapy pets provide emotional support and comfort through therapeutic interactions with pets. For patients living in facilities, pet visitation may be used to enhance positive physical, cognitive, emotional and social interactions, as well as to help normalize the environment and reduce stress.
Prior to handler and pet being accepted as a volunteer team, the handler will participate in and successfully complete the standard volunteer training program. The pet must meet all health requirements, and dogs must be certified through Therapy Dogs International (TDI) or a similar organization using the same criteria for certification. Minimum age: 18
Next training: February 2017
Susan Barrett – 715.204.3443 or susan.barrett@ahah.net
