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Furry Friends
Pet Assisted Therapy Services
Description:
Volunteers and pets provide visits to the elderly, youth, the ill and the disabled residing in pre-approved institutional settings. Visits are monthly, bi-monthly or weekly depending on site requirements.Location
Public Transit:
Not necessary for service.Services
Fees:
$30 one-time startup registration donation required for new volunteers, $10 class fee per pet. Yearly dues $30 individual, $50 family. Checks and PayPal accepted.Eligibility:
Elderly, ill or disabled, or at-risk teenager, residing in institutional settingHow to Apply:
Membership packets mailed upon request or available on Web site.Service Wait Estimate:
Varies.Service Areas:
- San Mateo County
- Santa Clara County
- Santa Cruz County