This week, we celebrate our incredible pet visitation volunteers and our amazing community partner, Therapy Tails!
At St. Joe’s, the Animal Visitation Program continues to enrich the lives of both patients and staff, bringing smiles and fostering connection. The benefits of these visits extend beyond momentary joy—they help support mental and emotional well-being in deeply meaningful ways.
Through a formal partnership with Therapy Tails, this initiative makes a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve. To everyone who contributes to the program’s success: thank you for making such heartwarming moments possible.
We are always looking for new pet visitation volunteers to join our team and bring lasting smiles to staff and patients!
Please email voluntee@stjoes.ca for more info about joining the team.
“It's an incredibly rewarding experience,” says Mary, a volunteer with the program. “Every visit leaves us feeling uplifted because we make others happy. Since my family isn’t here with me, each visit feels like I’m spending time with loved ones.”