​Pet Therapy & Companion Volunteers - Tucson Hospice

Pet Therapy & Companion Volunteers – Tucson Hospice

Dependable Hospice | Tucson, ArizonaVolunteer Opportunity | As Little as 1 Hour Per Week

Have a Certified Pet and a Heart for Helping Others?

At Dependable Hospice, we believe a little companionship can make a big difference!

We're looking for compassionate volunteers and their certified therapy pets to bring comfort, smiles, and meaningful connections to hospice patients throughout Tucson, Arizona.

Whether your certified companion has paws, hooves, feathers, or something else, we'd love to hear from you! We welcome all types of certified therapy animals.

And here's the best part: You can make a difference with as little as ONE hour per week! Of course, if you have more time to give, we'd be delighted to have you.

What You'll Do

• Visit hospice patients in Tucson with your certified therapy pet

• Provide friendly companionship, conversation, and emotional support

• Help brighten a patient's day through the comfort of animal interaction

• Offer a listening ear and a caring presence

• Work with our Hospice Volunteer Coordinator to arrange meaningful visits

What We're Looking For

• A kind, compassionate individual who enjoys connecting with others

• A certified therapy pet of any species

• A dependable volunteer willing to give at least one hour per week

• Willingness to complete hospice volunteer onboarding and orientation

• Respect for patient privacy, dignity, and individual preferences

Your role is companionship, not medical care. You'll be offering friendship and emotional support while your certified pet brings its own special kind of comfort.

Why Volunteer With Dependable Hospice?

• Flexible commitment starting at just 1 hour per week

• Additional volunteer hours are always welcome

• Share the joy and comfort your certified pet brings

• Build meaningful connections with patients and families

• Become part of a compassionate hospice team

• Make a lasting difference in someone's life

A Little Time. A Loving Pet. A Whole Lot of Heart.

Sometimes the smallest gestures create the biggest smiles. A gentle visit, a friendly conversation, or a little time with a beloved animal can mean the world to someone receiving hospice care.

If you and your certified pet are ready to spread a little joy throughout Tucson, we'd love to welcome you to our volunteer family!

Apply today to become a Pet Therapy & Companion Volunteer with Dependable Hospice!

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