Banfield Charitable Trust is working to change the way hospices care for their patients and building a movement within the hospice community that recognizes the pet as an important member of the patient’s family.
For many in hospice care, changes in their physical condition lead to a decrease of previously enjoyed social opportunities and relationships. Their pets offer unconditional love, acceptance, comfort and companionship when it’s needed most – the time when friends and family aren’t seen as frequently or when words are too hard to say.
The Pet Peace of Mind program provides helping hands and financial assistance so that caring volunteers are able to help patients with pet care needs. With this loving support, patients are able to complete their end-of-life journey without worrying about their pet’s current or future needs.
Pet Peace of Mind is available in 23 states and growing. Click here to see a current list of nonprofit hospice partners.
What a great program. I am glad there is something working out there for folks in hospice and their pets. Comforting....
ReplyDeleteI love that they help find adoptive homes for pets,as well as providing physical help and financial support for their current needs.
DeleteGreat program for both the dying and their pet. I am sure being able to know that their beloved animal will be in capble hands helps to comfort them.
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Have a Chittering Good Day,
Jo
Spending time with their pets gives the hospice patients comfort in their final days, and I'm sure it's a relief to know that their pets will be cared for when they're gone.
DeleteWhat a wonderful thing to give people this comfort in their final days.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great program!
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