The Animal-Human Bond in Chaplaincy

Explore the profound role of the animal-human bond, particularly in palliative and hospice care. This webinar will highlight the benefits of animal-assisted chaplaincy, including emotional comfort, spiritual support, and stress reduction for patients and families. We will also examine the chaplain’s role in companioning individuals through pet separation and loss in hospital environments, offering compassionate presence and ritual guidance. Join us to learn how integrating animals (physically or mentally) into spiritual care can provide solace, deepen connections, and support holistic healing in times of transition and grief--and what to do when people of any age or health challenge are separated from their furry sources of support. Ideal for chaplains, spiritual caregivers, and healthcare professionals. This webinar is sponsored by Compassion Consortium. The Compassion Consortium is a non-sectarian support center. We offer well-being resources, spiritual guidance, support, and community fellowship to Vegans, Vegetarians, animal rights activists, shelter/sanctuary workers, animal lovers, and all humans who care about and advocate for animals, habitats and the planet as a whole. Learn more at CompassionConsortium.org