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Mytcp

Hospice Dog Support Volunteer (Unpaid)

Mytcp, Edina, Minnesota, United States

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Edina, United States | Posted on 12/31/2025

Organization: Superior Hospice

Bring comfort, reduce loneliness, and create small moments of happiness—simply by sharing the presence of your certified therapy dog with someone in hospice care. As a Comfort Dog Volunteer with Superior Hospice, you and your pup will become a welcome light in someone’s day.

Role Responsibilities:

Visit patients in-home or in senior living communities to offer animal-assisted companionship

Create a sense of calm and connection for patients and families

Monitor your dog’s comfort and behavior, ensuring a safe experience

Communicate any patient concerns or needs to the hospice team

Participate in hospice orientation and pet therapy-specific onboarding

What You Bring:

A therapy dog certified through Pet Partners, Alliance of Therapy Dogs, or similar

An open heart and desire to serve people facing end-of-life challenges

Sensitivity to emotional and spiritual needs

Willingness to drive throughout our metro service area

Benefits of Volunteering:

Watch the bond between human and animal create powerful emotional support

Flexible scheduling to fit your availability

Learn from a team that values empathy and dignity above all

Be part of a new movement in hospice care that honors the full human experience

We invite you to take part in something extraordinary—with your dog by your side.

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