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Pet Owner

Position

Some care homes let residents bring a small pet with them, but for many who move into residential care it means leaving a much loved pet behind. Some seniors love to pet a docile dog and see its tail wag.  Where there is an outside lawn or patio, it can be fun to watch a dog run around. You might give a retriever a stick or toy to carry - this can provide endless amusement.

Visitors have brought other animals. For example, pot-bellied pigs can be amusing pets for seniors to watch. 

Around St Francis Day (October 4th) SpiritCare typically participates in Blessing of the Animals with a local church. Volunteers are needed to help on this one-off occasion where they may have their pets blessed.

Essential Qualifications

  • Ability to bring a suitable docile, well-behaved pet
  • Ability to schedule visits so they don't interfere with other events, for example a dog might be a distraction during a worship service if it is walking around

Other Qualifications

  • Experience in visiting care homes, hospitals and residences with pets

Typical Time Commitment

​1 hour/month at a residence plus travel & prep time to full time.
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  • Our Work
    • Our Mission
    • Our Impact
    • Our Programs
    • Our Team
    • Our Partners
    • Locations We Visit
    • Contact
  • Pastors' Messages
  • Stories
  • Events
    • Photos
  • Ways To Help
    • Open Volunteer Positions
    • Why Volunteer?
    • Why Join SpiritCare?
    • Visitation Positions >
      • Faith Leader
      • Musicians and Dancers
      • Worship
      • Friendly Visitor
      • Pet Owner
      • Multimedia & GramCam
      • Party Organizer
      • Artist and Crafter
      • Gardener Flower Arranger
    • Administrative Positions >
      • Finance and Fund-raising
      • Information Technology
      • Volunteer Management
      • Communications
    • Board Member Application
    • Apply Here
    • Resources
  • Donate