St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs - Durham Region

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St. John Ambulance Therapy Dogs - Durham Region The St. Improving lives on a daily basis, the St. This national community service is proudly sponsored by Subaru Canada as the signature sponsor.

John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program builds on our proud tradition of community service by bringing the benefits of pet companionship to both children and adults that are hospitalized, adults residing in long term care facilities, and many others. John Ambulance therapy dog program brings joy and comfort to the sick, lonely and those who need a friendly visit. The program is growing, boasting 3,354 therapy dog program volunteers and dog teams in 2015 which assisted more than 120,000 clients throughout the year. Therapy dog teams gave more than 230,000 hours of their time visiting hospitals, retirement residences, care facilities, schools and universities. The friendly attention and acceptance of these four-legged volunteers are always greatly appreciated. The program started in June, 1992 as a pilot program in Peterborough, Ontario and today more than 3,300 therapy dog teams reach thousands annually. Program Details
Therapy dog services are provided in a wide range of community settings such as:
Hospitals
Seniors residences and care facilities
Schools, universities and colleges
Community centres and libraries
The therapy dog program provides an opportunity for individuals to:
Talk with the volunteer and the dog
Feel, touch, pet and cuddle the dog
Receive unconditional love from the dog
Carry-out or practice an activity in the presence of the dog
The program offers many benefits, improving quality of lives. Some of the reported benefits include:
Greater social engagement with individuals/residents talking more, participating more in activities, and smiling more
Stress relief and distraction from pain
Comfort and calming
Improved self-confidence and esteem
📷The program varies across Canada based on community need and the availability of volunteers. Therapy dogs routinely offer comfort and companionship in senior residences and care facilities. In hospitals, they may be providing relief and distraction for patients awaiting cancer treatments. There are special programs such as “Paws 4 Stories” which help young children learn to read, and in some communities therapy dogs work with youth at risk and children with special needs. University campus visits are very popular, helping to relieve stress during exam periods. In special cases, Therapy Dogs can be found working with police and fire departments, social workers and psychologists during times of crisis.
📷To learn more about this exciting and rewarding program, please contact your nearest St. John Ambulance location.

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There's a changing of the guard at Victim Services Toronto, as one trauma dog hangs up her harness and another reports for duty.

This Saturday, June 22, 2024, Toronto will be celebrating St. John's Day. As part of the celebrations the Toronto CN Tow...
06/19/2024

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Thank you to everyone who continue to give back to their communities through the great work of St. John Ambulance. We appreciate you all and the work that you do!

If you're interested in becoming a Therapy Dog volunteer, here's how to get started:
01/08/2024

If you're interested in becoming a Therapy Dog volunteer, here's how to get started:

Our Therapy Dog Program provides friendly visits with dogs, giving comfort and companionship to those who in long-term care and mental health facilities, as well as hospitals, schools, and libraries. Request our services or become a volunteer!

Our thoughts are with the Toronto Police Service as they mourn the loss of Toronto Police Dog Services St. John Ambu...
07/28/2023

Our thoughts are with the Toronto Police Service as they mourn the loss of Toronto Police Dog Services St. John Ambulance sends our deepest condolences to his partner, family and all the PDS members.

06/07/2023

The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog program harnesses the power of a dog’s unconditional love to help heal those who need it most.

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64 Colborne Street East
Oshawa, ON
L1G1L9

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+19054347800

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