COVID-19 Updates

As the Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19, continues to unfold, the HSLC Board and Volunteer Program would like to communicate our current status, the latest changes to our programs, and let you know that we’re here for you. We are committed to saving animal lives even during these unprecedented times, albeit with some changes.

 

  • Our Intake, Foster, Adoption, Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), Barn – Working Cats, and Loudoun Pet Pantry programs have been identified as essential business and we are able to continue our operations during the “Shelter In Place” order for Virginia.
  • We have moved all volunteer and foster orientations to Skype meetings.
  • We have moved all adoption meet-and-greets to virtual meetings.
  • All cats residing at pet stores across the county are now in foster homes.
  • We have seen a significant uptick in people interested in volunteering, and have therefore moved our volunteer orientations to weekly instead of every other month.
  • We made the difficult decision to postpone or cancel all events through at least May, including the March Paw Royale Spring Casino Fundraiser.
  • We also anticipate that the 7-8 senior capstone projects being worked on by 25 seniors will most likely be cancelled.

As the Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19, continues to unfold, the HSLC Board and Volunteer Program would like to communicate our current status, the latest changes to our programs, and let you know that we’re here for you. We are committed to saving animal lives even during these unprecedented times, albeit with some changes. What does this mean to you? We still rely our fosters and volunteers to help save animal lives. For our more experienced volunteers, you may see some new volunteers join our group – please welcome them, share your experiences, and help mentor them. If you’re a new volunteer, welcome and don’t hesitate to ask questions. We’re all in this together.

We know this is a stressful time for you and your families. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at volunteer@humaneloudoun.org if you have any questions or concerns. Also, please let us know if there’s anything we can do to support you and your family.