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VOLUNTEERING EVENTS
Please sign-in when volunteering for these events & any visits done independently via this link: Check-in
This will be used to keep track of frequency for our rewards program "Cause for Paws" as well as to help us monitor active volunteer sites.
**During the summer, some volunteer opportunities decrease. However, there are still facilities you can visit. Stay tuned for more details on dates and visits as the school year approaches.
Save the Date... Volunteers Needed!
Facility Visits
City Gospel Mission – Men’s Transformation Recovery
City Gospel Mission – Men’s Transformation Recovery
Address: 1211 York St., Cincinnati, OH 45214
Address: 1211 York St., Cincinnati, OH 45214
Tuesday, May 12th | 10:00am
This program is seeking therapy dog volunteers to provide comfort, encouragement, and support to men in recovery.
If you are interested in volunteering for this date, please contact us at
infocontact@caninesforchrist.org
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Bridgetown Nursing and Rehabilitation
Address: 4307 Bridgetown Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45211
Tuesday, May 12th| June 9th| Time: 10:30am
This would be visiting residents in the a nursing home. If you are interested in volunteering for this date, please contact Julie Strasser email at julstrasser7@gmail.com _____________________
Trustwell Living / Bell Gardens
Trustwell Living / Bell Gardens
Address: 251 Harry Sauner Road, Hillsboro, OH 45133
Address: 251 Harry Sauner Road, Hillsboro, OH 45133
Friday, May 15th | 3:00pm
This community is seeking therapy dog volunteers to bring joy, connection, and emotional support to residents and staff.
If you are interested in volunteering for this date, please contact us at
infocontact@caninesforchrist.org
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Quality Gold – Mental Health Awareness Month
Quality Gold – Mental Health Awareness Month
Address: 500 Quality Blvd,
Address: 500 Quality Blvd,
Fairfield OH, 45014
Fairfield OH, 45014
Fairfield, OH | May 19th| 10am-11am or 3pm-4pm
We’re excited to participate in Mental Health Awareness Month at Quality Gold! This visit will include short, rotating meet‑and‑greet sessions with employees throughout the day. Volunteers can sign up knowing their dogs will bring stress‑relief and smiles to the workplace. Parking is easy and convenient right by the front doors.
If you are interested in volunteering for this date, please contact us at
infocontact@caninesforchrist.org including the shift time you are signing up for.
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Kamp Dovetail – Rocky Fork Lake Campground
Kamp Dovetail – Rocky Fork Lake Campground
Location:
Rocky Fork Lake Campground
Hillsboro, OH 45133
Monday, June 22nd | 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Kamp Dovetail is seeking therapy dog volunteers to support campers and families during this outdoor community event at Rocky Fork Lake Campground.
If you are interested in volunteering for this date, please contact us at
infocontact@caninesforchrist.org
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New Path – Central Campus
Address: 4721 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45237
This is a comprehensive behavioral health and educational treatment agency that helps children and their families on the road to recovery and success. If you are interested in volunteering here please email Barbe Taske at bqtaske@gmail.com
Spencer Center for the Gifted and Exceptional Children
Address: 3555 Kellogg Ave, Cincinnati 45226
https://spencergifted.cps-k12.org/our-school
This school is looking for more volunteers. The times are flexible. If you are interested we can connect you with the volunteer coordinator. For more information. Please email infocontact@caninesforchrist.org
Heartland Hospice Center
Location: Cincinnati areas
This is to visit with patients in hospice care. There is an onboarding process and the coordinator would get volunteer teams connected with specific patients. Requires up to date vaccination records & orientation process. If you are interested, please contact us at infocontact@caninesforchrist.org
Events with the satellite Campus in Hillsboro:
If you are interested in volunteering for any of these dates, please contact Jan Marti at 937-205-5225 or email at Jan@JanMarti.com
Some Facilities more Recently in Touch with
If you are interested in other facilities check out this link: Where We Visit
Artis Senior Living Mason
Location: Mason
Senior living location. Flexible scheduling (weekends and weekdays).Requires up to date vaccination records. If you are interested, please contact us at infocontact@caninesforchrist.org.
Aventura at West park
Location: Western Hills
Assisted living location. Flexible scheduling (weekends and weekdfays).Requires up to date vaccination records. If you are interested, please contact us at infocontact@caninesforchrist.org.
Communication Center
Clermont County 911 (Batavia, OH)
Kenton County 911 (Independence, KY)
There are a couple communication centers that dispatch for 911 calls. They are welcoming volunteers to visit. Hours are flexible they are open 24/7 (excluding shift change at 6am & 6pm).
If you are interested in either of these locations, please contact us at infocontact@caninesforchrist.org. We can connect you with the coordinators.
Queen City Hospice Service
Locations: Westside, Eastside, West Chester, Hamilton, & Mason Areas
Visits with patients and groups at a variety of of locations. Looking for a few consistent volunteers.
There is an onboarding and orientation process (covered by the Queen City Hospice Service). Visit schedules are flexible weekdays & weekends. If you are interested, please contact us at infocontact@caninesforchrist.org.
Willow Knolls
Location: Middletown
This would be a volunteer opportunity at a nursing home. First half of the visit would be with specific residents and the other half of the visit would be in a group session. Volunteer visits are based on scheduling (flexible times & days). Looking for a consistent few people to volunteer.
If you are interested please contact Julie Strasser via email julstrasser7@gmail.com
School Visits
Mercy McAuley High School
Location: 6000 Oakwood Ave Cincinnati, OH 45224
Wednesday, May 6th| May13th| 10:30am - 11:30am
The school is seeking therapy dog volunteers to provide a mental health break for students and staff.
If you are interested in volunteering for this date, please contact us at
infocontact@caninesforchrist.org
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Mt Healthy North Elementary School
Location: 2170 Struble Rd Cincinnati OH, 45321
Visits:
Thursday, May 7th |May 21st
10am-11:15am
These therapy dog visits will be during a regular school day. Seeing the dogs help give staff and students a mental break We've received a lot of positive feedback from the school. A monthly commitment is not required.
If you are interested please contact Julie Strasser at julstrasser7@gmail.com
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Champions Summer Camp – Mt. Healthy Preparatory & Fitness Academy
Champions Summer Camp – Mt. Healthy Preparatory & Fitness Academy
Address: 7601 Harrison Ave, Cincinnati OH 45231
Cincinnati, OH | Tuesday, June 16 |
Shift 1: 10am-11am
Shift 2: 11am-12pm
Shift 3: 12pm-1pm
Shift 4: 1pm-2pm
Help campers learn about emotional regulation, empathy, and community through interactions with therapy dogs! This summer camp visit combines fun and learning in a school setting. Parking is available right by the main entrance, and the school is easy to find at the corner of the block.
If you are interested in volunteering for this date, please contact us at
infocontact@caninesforchrist.org including the shift time you are signing up for.
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Camelot Community Care
Camelot Community Care
Location TBD | Friday, June 26 | 10:00 AM
Spend your morning bringing joy to children in the Camelot Community Care program during a friendly meet‑and‑greet visit. This is a great chance for gentle, positive interactions in a supportive environment. Final location and parking details will be shared closer to the date.
If you are interested in volunteering for this date, please contact us at
infocontact@caninesforchrist.org including the shift time you are signing up for.
Canine Social Events
Pups and Pilates
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
6:30pm
Join us for a gentle, beginner-friendly Pilates class for all ages led by a certified Mat Pilates instructor while enjoying the therapeutic presence of therapy pups!
If you have a yoga mat, please feel free to bring to class. If not, no problem - we will provide one for your use during the class.
During class, we will have therapy dogs present to interact and cuddle with participants. If you have your own therapy dog, please bring them along to enjoy the fun and socialize with the other pups.
There is no cost to attend this class. Suggested donation - $10. All donations made during this event will go directly to Canines for Christ of Southwest Ohio to help continue our work as a non-profit therapy dog organization.
If you plan to attend, we kindly ask that you register at the link below so we know how many attendees to expect.
Animal Friends Dog Jog
Saturday June 6, 2026
8am - 12pm
We are excited to attend the Animal Friends Dog Jog for another year! This event raises money for a local animal shelter and is a great opportunity to meet fellow dog lovers and also join your pup for some exercise.
Canines for Christ of Southwest Ohio will be there with a booth to spread the word about our non-profit therapy dog organization where volunteers will interact with race attendees, share meaningful volunteer stories, class information and all about what we offer the community. This event is dog friendly, so that means please feel free to bring your therapy dog to share smiles with attendees!
Please see the below link to sign-up to volunteer at the event along with all the event details. As we get closer to the date, we will have more information to share on booth location, parking, etc.
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