Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) is a volunteer based organization that helps improve the quality of life for persons with AIDS and other life threatening illnesses by offering the emotional and practical support to keep the love and companionship of their pets, and by providing information on the benefits and risks of animal companionship.

Description:
PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to keeping people with AIDS and other disabling illnesses together with their companion animals and educating the community on the benefits and risks of animal companionship. For over 18 years, PAWS has provided comprehensive services - a pet food bank, dog walking, cat care, supplemental vet services, transportation to vet appointments, and pet foster care - all designed so our clients can maintain the love and companionship of their companion animals. PAWS serves more than 500 low-income human clients and nearly 700 companion animals.

Contact person: Daniel Marlay, Director Of Volunteer Servicess, (phone), (email)
Main office number: (415) 979-9550
Office fax number: (415) 979-9269

Address:

645 Harrison St. Suite 100 San Francisco, CA 94107 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.pawssf.org

Directions:

The PAWS office is on Harrison St., between 3rd and 2nd. With public transportation, take the Muni or BART to the New Montgomery Station, or to Market St. and 3rd. From there you can take the 10 down 2nd St.. . . (more)   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: New Montgomery,   Walk distance (in minutes): 5   Nearest Bus Stop: 10, 12, 30, 45, 2 minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	Spanish, No others
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	16 (can be younger if accompanied by parent)
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	No