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Pet Therapy is our most popular patient and family request. If you have a fully certified Pet Therapy dog and you would like to share the love with our patients and families in an inpatient and homecare setting, please contact Joan Cullen, Director of Volunteers at 203-315-7510 for more details.

The Connecticut Hospice has a beautiful piano that loves to be played. We also love our guitar, violin and cello players. If you are interested in sharing your talents with our patients, families and staff, please Joan Cullen, Director of Volunteers at 203-315-7510.

Connecticut Hospice Homecare Volunteers have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients who have terminal illnesses. The type of homecare visits are as follows:Respite: Sit with patient while caregiver runs errands, has doctor appointments, etc. This will be in a private home.Enrichment: Many patients are very lonely and would like to talk, play cards, have a book or newspaper read to them, etc. They may be in a skilled nursing facility, assisted living or private home. Transportation: Occasionally, a patient or family member may need a ride to a local appointment To apply go to www.hospice.com, click on Volunteers and follow the prompts.

We are all aware that isolation and loneliness are significant issues in our society. Did you know that just a few hours of your time can make a difference for someone in need? The RSVP volunteer program at the Agency on Aging is actively seeking volunteers who are ready to engage in meaningful conversations and connections. Many individuals can no longer drive, making trips to the grocery store essential for promoting independence and a sense of belonging. The program has established onboarding procedures to ensure the safety and appropriateness of interactions for both volunteers and recipients. Please join us in making a difference!

This free program is designed to assist individuals in need of support and/or transportation to and from medical appointments. It helps facilitate travel from a person's home to their doctor's office and back. Medical chaperone volunteers are available to provide essential support, offering door-to-door assistance. These chaperones can offer to drive individuals directly, if ambulatory or accompany them if alternative transportation options are utilized, ensuring a safe and supportive journey. Appointments are typically prescheduled and episodic, but some folks have established relationships that offer consistency for all.