Hospice of Montezuma and Pet Peace of Mind have partnered to help care for and arrange pets for terminally ill patients. (Adobe)
Partnership with Peace of Mind helps hospices
On Wednesday, Hospice of Montezuma announced a collaboration with Pet Peace of Mind to help local hospice patients care for and plan for their pets.
The collaboration began March 1, and a news release said Pet Peace of Mind is a “nonprofit organization of dedicated professionals and volunteers who provide end-of-life care, support, and guidance to all people.” “This is consistent with Hospice of Montezuma's mission of providing tissue to our community.” Both individuals and families. ”
Pet Peace of Mind helps patients plan the care of their pets at the end of their lives.
Hospice of Montezuma partners with local pet care providers, such as Denkai Animal Sanctuary, to ensure patients' pets receive food, veterinary care, and exercise.
Pet Peace of Mind, a nonprofit organization based in Salem, Oregon, partners with hospices and hospitals.
“We are committed to our patients and their health. Hospice patients do better when they have a pet and know they are getting the love and attention they need.” said Pet Peace of Mind.
“Pet Peace of Mind delivers the program, the LOR Foundation and generous donors help with funding, and local pet care providers offer partnerships to ensure patients and their pets stay together.” “They made it possible for us to live together,” said Carol Baumgartner, Montezuma's hospice executive director. .
Denkai Animal Sanctuary helps care for the animals in the program.
“Hospice has been amazing,” said Denkai Director Floss Blackburn. journal. “They have been a great support and we are trying to work with them.”
To become a volunteer or donate to Hospice of Montezuma, visit their website www.hospiceofmontezuma.org or visit their office at 512 N. Broadway in Cortez. They ask that you specify that the donation is for the Pet Relief Program.
For more information about Pet Peace of Mind, visit www.petpeaceofmind.org.
