Orientation consists of a presentation of the various aspects of animal-assisted therapy work, Lend A Heart structure and procedures, and volunteer obligations.
- Orientation presents an opportunity for you to see how your pet adjusts to a new environment with your support – lots of people and lots of pets, in one big room.
- Orientation seating is limited and is filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Reserve early.
- You may attend before completing a Volunteer Application Packet. But, this packet needs to be completed prior to scheduling an Evaluation appointment.
- Review and select a date – Upcoming Orientations.
- Email RSVP at least one week prior to the Orientation date and submit the online Inquiry Form.
Upcoming Orientations:
Sunday, April 19, 2020 CANCELLED
Saturday, July 18, 2020 CANCELLED
Saturday, October 24, 2020 CANCELLED
At least one week before, RSVP to lendaheart.aat@lendaheart.org. Also, click on and complete our short online Inquiry Form.
Check in at 8:30 a.m. Orientation is from 8:45 – 11:45 a.m.
Orientations are held at the Sacramento UC Cooperative Extension 4145 Branch Center Road, Sacramento, 95827
Ready to volunteer?
The packet has three parts:
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Part 1 – Volunteer Application – Now ONLINE – Click HERE to START Part 1
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Parts 2 & 3 – To be downloaded, printed, completed, and returned by mail or email (scanned).
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Part 2 – Obedience and Behavior Verification Form (dogs only), completed by a trainer or behaviorist with you and your dog.
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Part 3 – Health Screening Form, required for dogs, cats and rabbits. Must be completed by a veterinarian, please attach proof of current rabies vaccination, fecal test results and proof of spay/neuter.
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Steps to Join (click on each link):
- Meet the basic criteria
- Apply and observe
- Attend Orientation
- Pass Evaluation
- Trainee Evaluation Period
- Active Volunteer
Click on each link to walk through the process to become a Lend A Heart volunteer.
Additional details are provided in the Lend A Heart Volunteer and Policy Guide.