ElderPet

ElderPet facilitates the human/animal bond in Seacoast Rockingham/Strafford counties of New Hampshire by providing pet related services to/for seniors and people with disabilities. Pets are family members and ElderPet helps them live long and happy lives in their current homes by assisting their owners.

• ElderPet provides training, evaluations and support for Pet Partner® Therapy Animal teams • ElderPet connects volunteer registered Pet Partner animal/handler teams with area nursing homes, hospitals, hospice, schools, libraries and individuals to provide Animal Assisted Activities. • ElderPet provides training for health care/educational professionals wishing to incorporate Animal Assisted Therapy in their practices. • ElderPet provides dog and cat food for income qualified responsible pet owners. • ElderPet provides pet care services and/or counseling to pet owners through referrals from area social workers or directly to individuals requesting services. • ElderPet provides no-interest loans for unexpected veterinary expenses for income qualified responsible pet owners. • ElderPet pays for long-term Rx medications for income qualified owners that can pay for the required veterinary rechecks and care.