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Currently accepts dogs certified through: Pet Partners and Love on a Leash. If you are interested in applying to the program, please reach out to Volunteer Services prior to beginning the application process to discuss further. If it is determined that there is a shift that is mutually convenient, you will be asked to complete a Senior Volunteer Application and provide a copy of your dog’s health records and proof of liability insurance. The pet therapy applicant must complete all requirements of the volunteer program prior to beginning their volunteer service. Only canines certified by Therapy Dogs International, Pet Partners, or Love on a Leash are permitted to participate in the Pet Therapy program at SBUH. Canine health records and proof of liability insurance must be submitted with the volunteer application. Call for detailed information.

Provides activities and socialization for people with moderate Alzheimer's disease or related dementia, which combines art, music, pet therapies, computer multimedia presentations, outings to places of cultural, historical and social interest, and other recreational activities. Call for more information

Offers several programs for individuals over the age of 18 with developmental disabilities. Therapeutic horseback riding, pet therapy and day habilitation programs are provided. Pre-vocational, group and supplemental programs are offered after hours and on Saturdays. Call for more information.

Offers several programs for individuals over the age of 18 with developmental disabilities. Therapeutic horseback riding, pet therapy and day habilitation programs are provided. Pre-vocational, group and supplemental programs are offered after hours and on Saturdays. Call for more information.

Provides activities and socialization for people with moderate Alzheimer's disease or related dementia, which combines art, music, pet therapies, computer multimedia presentations, outings to places of cultural, historical and social interest, and other recreational activities. Call for more information

Offers Adult Volunteer opportunities which are available throughout the year for those who are seeking ways to serve the community while satisfying their need to give back and help others. Adult Volunteer opportunities include the Ambassador Escort position where volunteer's escort outpatients and visitors through the hospital to designated appointments, units and departments. Clerical duties are also available. In addition, positions are available for Student Volunteers ages 18 and over; who are exploring careers in clinical/patient healthcare settings, when available and approved by department director. Junior Volunteer opportunities are available for high school students 15 to 17 years of age. A commitment of 3 hrs per week for a minimum of 2 months is required between June and August. Available positions include Ambassador Escort, Office duties, assisting Patient Experience Team with assorted projects as needed. Clinical positions do not apply to Junior Volunteers. NODA (No One Dies Alone) and Spiritual Compassionate Companions. Program volunteers will spend time with patients who are on comfort care and in the end stage of life, when their families are unable to be with them. The Spiritual Compassionate Companions volunteers will spend time with Palliative Care patients who may have no family/friends or support systems but who are still seeking active treatment. Pet Therapy program is available for canines that have been certified by Pet Partners, Good Dog Foundation or Love on a Leash. Canine health records and proof of liability insurance must be submitted with the volunteer application. Pet Therapy Volunteers must complete the necessary application process and be observed and cleared by Pet Therapy Coordinator prior to volunteering. Please call for additional information regarding all volunteer positions available.