KPETS
Regional resource connection for Animal Assisted Interventions (AAI) and Human/Animal Interactions (HAI). - Provides informational presentations to facilities and the community to further introduce them to KPETS and the benefits of AAI and HAIs. - Recruits, trains, educates and registers volunteers wanting to share their pet with those who may benefit from the human/animal bond. - Provide opportunities for facilities, agencies and individuals requesting pet therapy visits to connect with KPETS volunteers.
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Physical Address
1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA 17543
Hours
Call for information
Voice
Application process
To request services: - Go to www.kpets.org; Under services select "Request our Services" - Call
Fee
No fees for service
Eligibility
Open to seniors, people - young and old - with special needs, at risk or troubled youth, students, or anyone who may benefit from the human/animal bond. Pet owners interested in sharing their pet through KPETS and visiting others who may benefit from the human/animal bond are required to complete the registration process. This includes an orientation session, group evaluation and two visit evaluation and a $35 registration fee and an annual fee for insurance coverage. Background clearances are also required.
Service area
Lancaster, PA
Agency info
KPETS-Keystone Pet Enhanced Therapy Services
Registered KPETS volunteers and their companion animals promote well-being and offer encouragement in our communities by sharing the power and benefits of human-animal interactions.