Volunteer Opportunity Details:

The objective of the program is to utilize the warmth and mere presence of pets to spark increases feelings of happiness, self worth and fond memories among hospice patients. In addition, pets offer terminally ill patients the opportunity to touch and be touched. Pet volunteers and handlers will go to the the patients' residential setting and provide companionship for 2 hours a week.

Looking for individuals whose furry loved ones are sweet, compassionate, well mannered, and friendly. Pets should have advance obedience training prior to joining (Canine Good Citizen Training and Certified)current vaccinations, and insurance. Pets and handlers will undergo additional training.

This opportunity is sponsored by: Odyssey HealthCare/Hospice - San Antonio

We need volunteers who are free at these times Evenings Weekends Monthly Weekly Weekdays This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers Adults (26-54) Young Adults (18-25) Adults (55+)

Contact Person: Trini Cassibba, Volunteer Coordinator, (210) 733-1212, (email) View all agency contacts

Address:

4415 Piedras Dr. West San Antonio, TX 78228 (See a map)

Directions:

We are located in the Kroger Center. Turn left on Piedras Dr. W if are coming from Centerview. If you are coming from Callaghan, you will turn to the right.

Details where opportunity can also be performed

This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:

Cities:		San Antonio