VITAS’ trains and certifies friendly, well-behaved pets to be Paw Pals^®. A registered VITAS Paw Pals visitor, with its human, knows how to visit patients near the end of life.

VITAS Paw Pals:

• Offer comfort
• Bring back memories
• Encourage activity
• Provide unconditional love  

“VITAS Paw Pals can sometimes reach a patient when no one else can,” says Annice Kennedy-Hanlon, manager of volunteer services. “Our Paw Pals brighten the day for everyone when they visit. I think even the animals know what an important function they fulfill.”

 

To learn more about Paw Pals, call 708-781-4400.

Paw Pals may not be available in your service area. Please contact your local program for more information.