| Program: | Puppy Love Pet Therapy | ||
| Organizations: |
Acclaim Health Community Support Services |
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| Phone Numbers: | 905-827-8800 ext 2329 | ||
| Toll-Free: | 1-800-387-7127 ext 2329 | ||
| Fax: | 905-827-3390 | ||
| Website: | acclaimhealth.ca/programs/social-supports/pet-ther... | ||
| Address: |
Main Office 2370 Speers Rd Oakville, ON L6L 5M2 |
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| Intersection: | Bronte Rd and Speers Rd | ||
| Location: | Oakville (West Oakville) | ||
| Accessibility: |
Wheelchair Accessible
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| Hours: | Hours not specified * appointment is required | ||
| Contacts: |
Tanya Peche-Hopley - Coordinator tpeche-hopley@acclaimhealth.ca |
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| Service Description: | In partnership with certified therapy dog teams, clients receive gentle, supportive visits that focus on comfort, connection, and joy * visits take place twice a month for 30 – 60 minutes, guided by the client’s comfort and the interaction with the therapy dog * clients are invited to engage at their own pace, whether that means petting the dog, sharing stories, or simply enjoying a calming presence * in collaboration with Sunshine therapy dogs * volunteer opportunities available | ||
| Fees: | Free | ||
| Application: | Self-referral, family, friends or service providers * online referral form available | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | Older adults (65+) with a valid Ontario Health Card living in their own home in the Region of Halton * no known dog allergies * have no fear of dogs or history of trauma involving animals * have valid Ontario Health Card and have no communicable diseases | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Halton Region | ||
About UsOur Puppy Love Pet Therapy Program brings the healing power of the human-animal bond directly into the homes of older adults who may be feeling isolated or lonely |
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This information was last completely updated on: 10-14-2026 |
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