One of Victory in the Valley's
favorite programs is named "Canine Friends."
In 2008, VV's Canine Friends Pet Therapy Program celebrated its 5th year of
service to cancer patients and families. Over 20 qualified
Handlers and their Certified Therapy Dogs volunteer to participate in this
exciting outreach. These caring volunteers offer visitation,
free of charge, at Victory in the Valley's
Hospitality Centre, Victory
House, VV Support Groups and cancer patients
at home or nursing homes upon request.
The Canine Friends Program is "dedicated
to providing comfort and companionship by sharing a dog with cancer patients
and their families to improve the quality of their lives and enhance the
possibility of recovery."
Canine Friends are Certified Therapy dogs who pass a rigorous test
to insure that they are well mannered guests. This "warm and fuzzy"
outreach is guaranteed to be a "Bone-A-Fide" success!
If you are interested in requesting a
visit from a Canine Friend and their handler or if you would like to have
your dog certified to participate in the Canine Friends program, please
contact us.
CANINE FRIENDS 5TH
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