Volunteer Visits with a Trained Companion or Therapy Dog in Basel

The role supports connection for people with dementia while setting clear welfare and insurance requirements for the dog.

Sternenhof Basel welcomes volunteers and their trained companion or therapy dogs to visit residents living with dementia. Visits may be one-to-one, in a small group or as a walk in the garden, depending on what suits the resident, volunteer and dog. Visits can take place on weekday mornings or afternoons, up to an annual average of six hours a week. Volunteers receive an introduction, ongoing support, liability cover, expense reimbursement and a volunteer service record.

Weekday visits at Sternenhof Basel, individually, in a group or in the garden, with staff introduction and support.

Flexible weekday mornings or afternoons, up to six hours a week on annual average. Dog liability insurance and current vaccinations are required; dementia communication experience is helpful.

Accessibility information is not published; ask Sternenhof during application.