For the Love of Pets – A Community Grief Seminar
Date/Time: 11/21/2014, 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Provider: Hospice of Marion County
If you’ve experienced the loss of a furry friend, join Hospice of Marion County grief counselors for a free, interactive workshop on Friday, Nov. 21 from 3:30-4:30 pm.
Grief that follows the loss of a companion is natural. The healing process takes time and Hospice of Marion County knows how to help.
Light refreshments will be served. There is no registration fee, but please consider donating an animal toy or treat to kick-start our new Pet Peace of Mind® program, which keeps hospice patients and their pets together.
RSVP to 352-854-5230. The event will take place in the Elliott Center (3231 SW 34th Ave • Ocala, FL 34474).
Hospice of Marion County’s new Pet Peace of Mind® program is designed to help patients keep their pets while they are receiving hospice care. Pet Peace of Mind relieves patients from worry about their pet’s current or future needs by providing pet care services such as food, medications, walking, grooming, veterinarian visits and even short-term boarding during respite or transition to a Hospice House. The initiative was made possible by a $5,000 grant from the Banfield Charitable Trust.
So far, 10 volunteers have been trained to provide pet visiting and delivery of needed supplies, but more volunteers are needed. If you are an animal-lover and would like to lend a hand in this valuable program, contact the Volunteer Services Department, (352) 873-7441, to apply.
