Pet Resources for Seniors
Scientific research is increasingly showing that seniors with pets benefit emotionally and physically. Among the proven benefits are increased physical activity, improved social skills, reduced stress, and lower blood pressure. Below are some excellent resources for seniors in our area that either own a pet, are considering adopting a pet, or would like to volunteer their time helping animals in our community.

General Pet Resources

Leon County Humane Society
Phone: (850) 224-9193
Website: www.lchs.info
 E-mail: info@lchs.info

        Special services for Seniors available through the Leon County Humane Society:

        "Pets for the Elderly Program"
        Provides assistance with pet adoption fees for those age 60 and up

        "Preferred Pet Program"
        Provides pet matching services for those looking to adopt a specific breed, size, color, etc.

        Volunteer Opportunities
        A variety of volunteer positions are available, including walking dogs; grooming, feeding and
        cleaning; answering phones and other general office duties; fostering animals; and fundraising

Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Service Center
Phone: (850) 891-2950
Website: www.talgov.com/dncs/asc/hours.cfm
Email: shelter@talgov.com

Special services for Seniors available through the TLC Animal Service Center:

Discounted adoption fees for those age 55 and up
Contact the Animal Service Center for more information

Vouchers for free spay/neuter surgeries
The Animal Services Center will provide vouchers for free spay/neuter surgeries through TREATS, their shelter support organization.

"Pet Wish List"
The Animal Service Center provides a "Pet Wish List" for those looking to adopt a specific breed, size, color, etc. An adoption application must be turned in with the wish list request.

Volunteer Opportunities
A variety of volunteer positions are available, including walking dogs, socializing cats, basic animal care, general office duties, fostering animals, greeting visitors, and fundraising. Visit the Animal Service Center’s website or call for more information.

Animal Adoption

A variety of pets are available for adoption through the following organizations
(see our Shelters & Rescue Groups page for other listings):

Leon County Humane Society
(850) 224-9193
Discounted fees for ages 60 and up
Dogs, cats, rabbits, and other small pets

Tallahassee-Leon Community Animal Service Center
(850) 891-2950
Discounted fees for ages 55 and up
Dogs, cats, rabbits, and other small pets

Tri-State Avian Society
(850) 847-1975
Pet birds including parakeets, lovebirds, finches and more

Animal Assisted Therapy

ComForT
(850) 488-0055
Website: www.aaanf.org
 E-mail: comfortpet@elderaffairs.org
 Animal visitation and activities sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, Inc.

Estate Planning for Pet Owners
McConnaughhay, Duffy, Coonrod, Pope & Weaver, P.A.
(850) 425-8182

Sketchley Law Firm
(850) 894-0152

Housing (Pet-Friendly)
The following Senior housing facilities permit pets, however different restrictions may apply, please call for details:

Alterra Sterling House (ALF)
1780 Hermitage Blvd.
(850) 422-3397

Broadview Assisted Living (ALF)
2110 Fleishman Road
(850) 386-4300

Casa Calderon
800 W. Virginia
(850) 222-4026

Cherry Laurel (retirement community)
1009 Concord Road
(850) 656-8758

Eden Springs (skilled nursing care)
4679 Crawfordville Hwy.
(850) 926-7181

Georgia Belle Apartments (independent, senior subsidized)
301 East Carolina Street
(850) 224-8021

Harbor Chase (ALF, memory care)
100 John Knox Road
(850) 531-0404

Heritage Oaks Senior Living (retirement, ALF)
4501 Shannon Lakes W
(850) 668-4004

Lake Ella Manor Apartments (independent, senior subsidized)
1433 N Adams Street
(850) 224-1341

St. Augustine Plantation (ALF)
2507 Old St. Augustine Road
(850) 309-1982

Westminster Oaks (retirement, ALF)
4449 Meandering Way
(850) 878-1136

Low-Cost Veterinary and Spay/Neuter

Animal Aid Spay/Neuter Center
2270 Boone Blvd.
(850) 386-4148
 Provides low-cost spay/neuter, vaccines, medicine, surgery, grooming, and boarding.

Pet Loss/Grief Support

 Lee's Place (a non-profit grief & loss counseling center)
Debbie Wiles, LCSW
216 Lake Ella Drive, 32303
(850) 841-7733
website: www.leesplace.org
Sally Malloy, Licensed Therapist
(850) 841-2898
Pet loss and grief counseling. No charge for one-time session, ongoing sessions available

Pet Sitting and Assistance Services
Many pet sitting and dog walking services are available in our community.
Please refer to our Pet Sitting Services page for information.

Service Dogs for the Disabled

Canine Companions for Independence
Phone: (407) 522-3300
Toll free: 1-800-572-2275
Website: www.cci.org
 E-mail: info@cci.org
 A non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships

Southeastern Guide Dogs, Inc.
Phone: (941) 729-5665
Toll free: 1-800-944-DOGS (3647)
Website: www.guidedogs.org/
E-mail: info@guidedogs.org

 Helpful Websites
HealthyPet.com is an informational website provided by the American Animal Hospital Association.
 Pets for Senior Citizens article (health benefits of owning a pet)

The Humane Society of the United States website has lots of great pet-related information on their website.
Senior Partners: Older Americans and Mature Pets article (health benefits of owning a pet)