Not just a dog, but a special visitor. |
Dog Therapy
Dog therapy
Verde Valley Medical Center recognizes
the healing benefits of animals. VVMC's dog therapy program provides not
just a dog, but a special visitor. Dog therapy is available to VVMC
inpatients.
About the program
The process is very simple. A volunteer
knocks on the patient's door and asks if they would like a visit from
the therapy dog. If invited in, the dog may sit on a chair, or small
dogs may even get on the patient's bed to make petting easier. The owner
also visits with the patient and answers any questions about the dog or
dog therapy. The volunteer carries a camera with them and patients may
have their photo taken with the therapy dog.
Many health benefits
The benefits of pet therapy have been
well researched and documented. Our dogs are able to provide a general
feeling of well-being, unconditional affection and interaction with
those who have difficulty communicating. Visits with a therapy dog can
reduce feelings of isolation and touch deprivation. Many patients and
staff can benefit from dog therapy.
Our therapy dogs are certified by the Delta Society to be suitable for
their special tasks. They have passed physical and behavioral testing
for certification. Look for their
special ID tags. The dogs look forward to their hospital visits and
receive a great deal of love and affection from "their" patients.
The gift of friendship
You are welcome to participate in or
contribute to this program. Contact Volunteer Services at 639-6550 for
more information or special requests. If you know of a dog that would be
a good addition to our group please pass the information on to their
owner.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Contact Volunteer Services at 639-6550
for more information or special requests.
Donations may be forwarded to:
Dog Therapy Program
Verde Valley Medical Center
c/o Volunteer Services Department
269 S. Candy Lane
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
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Northern Arizona Healthcare - 1200 N. Beaver St., Flagstaff, Ariz.
86001 - 928 779-3366
Flagstaff Medical Center - 1200 N. Beaver St., Flagstaff, Ariz.
86001 - 928 779-3366
Verde Valley Medical Center - 269 S. Candy Lane, Cottonwood, Ariz. 86326 - 928
639-6000
VVMC - Sedona Campus - 3700 W. Highway 89A, Sedona, Ariz., 86336 - 928 204-3000
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