Golden Paws Collaboration with the Northshore Humane Society

• – Golden Paws connects adoptable shelter dogs with older adults in local senior communities.
• – Visits can provide companionship, conversation, and meaningful moments of connection.
• – The program also supports shelter dog socialization, adoption visibility, and community involvement.

A wagging tail can brighten a room and create an immediate sense of connection. Through Golden Paws, we are proud to collaborate with the Northshore Humane Society to bring adoptable shelter dogs to older adults in nursing homes and other participating senior facilities. These visits offer therapeutic companionship for residents while giving shelter dogs valuable socialization and greater visibility within the community.

What Is the Golden Paws Program?

Golden Paws brings seniors, shelter dogs, volunteers, and local care organizations together through meaningful community visits. The program is designed to encourage emotional enrichment and mental stimulation for older adults while helping participating dogs become more comfortable around new people and environments.

About You In Home Care and Staffing supports the initiative by helping connect families and facilities with information about senior care, special needs support, veteran care, and employment opportunities.

Bringing Joy to Local Senior Facilities

A visit from a friendly dog can encourage conversation, spark memories, and add variety to a resident’s day. Golden Paws gives senior communities an opportunity to create warm, engaging experiences while supporting animals that are still waiting for permanent homes.

Bring the Golden Paws Experience to Your Loved One

Families can support Golden Paws through volunteer participation, and senior facilities can explore opportunities to host future visits. For compassionate personal care beyond program events, explore our senior care services.

Discover how personalized care can make a difference. Schedule your free consultation with About You In Home Care today.

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