HELLO
FRIENDS!
In the heart of the Boston metro-west area, we extend our warm paws and compassionate care to individuals in hospice and pet parents facing the challenging journey of pet loss.
OUR
Mission
At Hospice Paws, we are guided by a heartfelt mission to fill the void in pet visits for individuals undergoing hospice care and to offer comprehensive pet chaplaincy services. Our dedicated volunteers bring the warmth, wagging tails, and unconditional love of pets into the homes of hospice patients, providing respite from the challenges of illness and offering emotional and spiritual benefits during times of unrest, stress, and loneliness. Our Pet Chaplains are also available for spiritual care and support to help pet parents navigate a range of scenarios coupled with services tied to their beliefs.
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As a registered LLC in Massachusetts, Hospice Paws is not just a service; it's a community of volunteers united by a shared passion for making a difference in the lives of pets and their human companions. We believe in the power of unconditional love, and it's this belief that fuels our commitment to serve without charging a fee for our services.
MEET
Holly
Holly founded Hospice Paws out of her deep love and compassion for pets and the special bond they exhibit with humans. Holly has a background in doing pet therapy with her collie and noticed a gap in pet visits to individuals undergoing hospice care in private home settings. Hence, she formed Hospice Paws to fill that void and bring loving pets into the homes of hospice patients to offer comfort care.
Holly’s calling to pet chaplaincy came from the agonizing pain she witnessed in pet parents (and experienced herself) from the loss of a beloved pet, noticing that such pain is often carried alone with little spiritual support for the grieving pet parent. Holly, who holds a Master of Divinity, formed Hospice Paws to not only help support pet parents in pet loss, but to offer a full range of pet chaplaincy services. Holly’s commitment as a Hospice Paws Pet Chaplain is grounded in her spiritual nature and love and respect of pets as created beings.
PET
Hospice
Visits
PET
Chaplaincy Services
Tender, comforting visits to individuals in private home hospice care.
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Offers respite from illness through the warmth, joy, and unconditional love of pets.
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Research-backed benefits for emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being during times of stress and loneliness.
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Bringing the wagging tail and soothing presence of pets to brighten the days of hospice patients and their caretakers.
Compassionate support for pet loss and end-of-life decisions.
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Guidance and attendance during euthanasia procedures, providing spiritual support and ceremonies.
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Non-denominational ceremonies for pet burials, scattering of ashes, or memorial services.
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A compassionate ear and peer-to-peer support for navigating grief and loss.
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Spiritual support during stressful times such as surgeries or when pets go missing.
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Pet blessings and ceremonies to honor and celebrate pet births and adoptions.
KEEP
IN TOUCH
Join us in creating moments of comfort, companionship, and spiritual support.
Contact us today to inquire about our services or become a part of the Hospice Paws community.