Pet Companions to Visit Hospice Patients in Bloomer Job at Lily Home and Hospice, Bloomer, WI

em10TndodkVzaGg2T3paeERWNEtlT29RRmc9PQ==
  • Lily Home and Hospice
  • Bloomer, WI

Job Description

Do you have a certified therapy dog, cat, or other small animal? If so, we are looking for you to join our "Fur-Get-Me-Not Friends" Program at Lily Hospice!

The most frequent request made by Lily Hospice patients is for a visit from a furry pal.

We recognize how important Animal-Assisted Therapy (sometimes called "pet therapy") visits can be to hospice patients. Not only are these visits a welcome distraction from daily routine, but they give patients an opportunity to reminisce about their own beloved pets. For those patients who are a little more withdrawn, therapy animals provide affection without the need for conversation. We often hear hospice patients and their families remark that the therapy animal visits are the highlight of a patient's day or week.

At Lily Hospice, our staff loves and appreciates our volunteers.

We welcome your and your dog, cat, rabbit or other small animal. ALL animals must have proof of therapy animal certification prior to visiting Lily Hospice patients.

The ideal candidate has a certified pet who is up-to-date on all of its vaccines. You will need to go through a background check, about four hours of online training, and another 2-3 hours of in-person training.

Our commitment to you:

  • a flexible schedule at a location that is convenient for you,
  • consistent and accessible support from our hospice staff team,
  • training in working with people in hospice, many of whom live with dementia,
  • ongoing guidance and education to ensure that you are comfortable with each assignment.

This volunteer opportunity is available through our Eau Claire office. Contact Laura, Volunteer Coordinator, at 715-492-2633 or lcunningham@lilyhealthcare.org for more information on volunteering with Lily Hospice.

Job Tags

Work at office, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs

Tri-City Group

Residential Helper Job at Tri-City Group

 ...Salary: Tri-City Group is currently seeking a ResidentialHelpers for openings in Quad Cities Iowa and Illinois. The Residential Helpers will be responsible for assisting electricians in installing and repairing wiring, fixtures, and equipment. Main duties include... 

Legend Motors Of Waterford Inc

Automotive Finance Manager Special Finance Prime Lending Job at Legend Motors Of Waterford Inc

 ...structure + performance bonuses Join the Finance Team Driving Growth at Legend Motors!...  ...looking for a high-performance Finance Manager who thrives in a fast-paced dealership environment...  ...What Were Looking For: 2+ years of automotive finance experience (special finance... 

Mostest

Wedding and Event Planner Job at Mostest

This is a hybrid, independent contract (1099) role for a Wedding & Events Coordinator located in Los Angeles, CA, with flexibility for...  ...& Events Coordinator will be responsible for day-to-day event planning and coordination tasks, including communication with clients, vendors... 

Farm Job Search

Organic Hemp Farm Harvest Hands Job at Farm Job Search

 ...Organic Hemp Farm Harvest Hands (6325) Location: West Paris, Maine JobNumber: 6325 We are a 7-acre organic hemp farm currently growing 5,000 plants. We farm completely by hand and harvest in the same way. One of the processes we feel contributes to our high-quality... 

Dell Medical School

Advanced Practice Provider - Night Shift, Cardiac Critical Care Unit, Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease, UT Health Austin Job at Dell Medical School

General Notes Dell Medical School in conjunction with Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas (DCMCCT), is seeking Physician Assistants with cardiac critical care credentials to be part of the Texas Center for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Disease, working ...