Family Volunteers

Parent & Me Days at IndyHumane

Parent & Me Days give students at least 8 years of age and a parent the opportunity to volunteer their time and love to the animals at IndyHumane.

Goals:

• To give families the opportunity to help companion animals in their community by volunteering their time and assisting the staff at the Humane Society of Indianapolis
• To nurture a sense of compassion and respect for living beings through enriching activities and hands-on experiences that are rewarding

Age Requirements:

• Students must be at least 8 years of age to participate

Family Size Requirements:

• There must be 1 parent/responsible adult for every student participating

Fees

• Volunteer Fees: $15 per person due at Basic Training (2nd Step of Training) Volunteer fees help cover the cost of volunteer shirts, hour tracking, and program supplies

Activities

• Canine Stress Relief: Spend quality time with adoptable dogs making sure they are exercised, given basic training, making sure their kennels are spot cleaned and they are given water
• Feline Stress Relief: Spend quality time with cats and kittens making sure they are socialized, their litter boxes are clean, and they have water

Volunteer Times
After completing training, families may volunteer during the following times:

If you attend the info session held in February:

• During  the months of March, April, and May
• Days & Time Frames will be discussed during info session

 
If you attend the info session held in August:

• During the months of September, October, and November
• Days & Time Frames will be discussed during info session

Steps to Join our Parent & Me Days at IndyHumane Program

Attendance at all steps of training is required for the child and adult participating in this program.

1. Attend an Information Session to Learn Program Details

You will learn facts and important information about IndyHumane. You will also learn about our Parent & Me Days Volunteer Program Opportunities and complete an application if you are interested in continuing on with training.

Info Sessions will be held:

• Saturday 02/18/12 from 11-12pm
• Saturday 08/11/12 from 11-12pm

You may sign up for an info session by emailing your full name, child’s name, email address, and preferred info session date to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
You may also leave the requested information at 317-872-5650 x106.

Assume you are confirmed to attend unless you receive an email stating otherwise. You will be contacted via email or phone the week of the session with more details.
If you are not the legal guardian of the child who will be volunteering with you, we will need a waiver signed by their legal guardian. Waivers are available upon request.

     2.  Complete Basic Training

You will receive a tour of IndyHumane. You will also receive detailed information about the workings of our shelter, disease prevention, and customer service.

     3.  Complete a Shadow Day

You will spend a shift with an experienced Volunteer or Staff Member in the area you are interested in donating time. This will help us determine if you are volunteering in the area best suited for you and our needs can be met.

     4.  Complete an Intro to Shelter Canines/Felines Course

All potential Volunteers who will interact with dogs/cats are required to complete this course. You will learn the proper way to interact with shelter dogs/cats, learn basic handling techniques, and learn how to deal with problem situations.

If you have questions, please contact:
Shawna Sims, Volunteer Coordinator: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or 317.872.5650 x106