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Address:
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Main Office
2370 Speers Rd
Oakville, ON
L6L 5M2
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Map
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Hours:
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Hours not specified * appointment is required
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Service Description:
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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
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Application:
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Self-referral, family, friends or service providers * online referral form available
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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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
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Services are available in other languages as needed
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