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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
Envision
Address: 3030 West Fork Road, Cincinnati, OH 45211
Fridays - |August 21 |August 28| 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Envision is an organization that provides services to individuals with developmental disabilities. They are looking for therapy teams to visit with individuals served by Envision, to provide support, comfort, and positive engagement This is a wonderful opportunity to create meaningful connections through the presence of therapy dogs.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us at
infocontact@caninesforchrist.org
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Traditions at North Bend Senior Living
Address: 4916 North Bend Rd,
Cincinnati, OH 45211
Tuesday, September 15|1:00pm
We are looking for therapy teams for residents to enjoy the company of a therapy dog
Volunteer Information
- Please sign in at the receptionist desk upon arrival.
- A short volunteer form will be completed at the time of your visit.
- Please bring current vaccination records for your therapy animal.
Your visits bring joy, comfort, and connection to our residents, and we’re grateful for your time and care.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us at infocontact@caninesforchrist.org
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Bridgetown Nursing and Rehabilitation
Address: 4307 Bridgetown Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45211
Thursdays - |August 20 |August 27
This would be visiting residents in the a nursing home. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us at infocontact@caninesforchrist.org _______________________
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
Day City Hospice Pet Therapy Program
Ongoing Need
Day City Hospice is currently seeking certified pet therapy teams to provide companion visits for patients in Hamilton, Middletown, and Springboro communities. These visits take place in assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and private homes.
No prior hospice experience is required. Volunteers will complete a background check, TB test, and drug screening (all provided at no cost), along with a flexible orientation to get started.
If you and your therapy dog are looking for a meaningful way to serve, this is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference.
If you are interested in volunteering for this opportunity, please contact us at
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
Mt Healthy North Elementary School
Address: 2170 Struble Rd Cincinnati OH, 45321
Time: 10am
Visits:
Thursday, September 3|September 17|
RSVP by Tuesday,September 1st|September 15th
Final visits for the school year! 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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Loveland High School
Address: 1 Tiger Trail, Loveland, OH 45140
Time: 10:50-1:10pm
Friday, September 4| October 2
Lunch Bell 4- 10:50am-11:23am
Bell 5 (no lunch) - 11:23am-11:43am
Lunch Bell 6 - 11:43am-12:16pm
Bell 7 (no lunch) - 12:16pm-12:36pm
Lunch Bell 8 - 12:36pm-1:09pm
This is the monthly visit during lunches greeting students and staff. The dogs will be out in the main hallway. During class change, students can stop and pet the therapy dogs.
If you are interested, please contact us at infocontact@caninesforchrist.org
The school volunteer season is officially underway! If you're planning to visit a school and will be in direct contact with a counselor or volunteer coordinator, please share that information with us. We want to ensure our records of school visit sites are up-to-date.
Additionally, if you’d like us to include the dates of your visits in the weekly newsletter, feel free to email us at:
infocontact@caninesforchrist.org.
Thank you in advance for your help!
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