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Address:
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214 Eighth St
Kenora, ON
P0X 1C0
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Location:
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- Located at Eighth St in Keewatin
- Closest intersection is at Eighth St and Ottawa St
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Service Description:
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Provides First Aid and CPR training and health and safety services in the community
Provides a therapeutic program through visitation by dogs and their volunteer handlers to individuals dealing with illness, loneliness, depression or recovering from surgeryOffers visitation in facilities such as daycare centres, hospitals, long-term care facilities, senior's residences and special needs programsEncourages and welcomes volunteers, especially those with friendly, well-behaved dogs who would be interested in brightening an individual's dayEvaluates each dog to ensure the best temperament for the task
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Application:
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- Application available online for requesting dog therapy services
- Requires a criminal records check
- Must attend an orientation session followed by an evaluation of the dog and owner's dog-handling abilities
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and own a dog and
- Be willing to commit to the program and a placement facility for at least one year
- Cannot accept Pit Bull applicants due to passing of Bill 132
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