In Service of Seniors and Their Companions:
Our Role in the Circle of Care
WHAT DOES THE MALLY NETWORK DO?
TMN serves as both a programmatic and fundraising arm in partnership with larger nonprofits that support elder pet guardianship and related causes. Through these collaborations, we provide in-person, pet celebrations while raising funds to sponsor temporary boarding fees that help maintain meaningful connections between seniors and their beloved pets.
In short, we work to:
● Raise funds to offset pet boarding fees
● Coordinate temporary care
● Support continued connection between pets and their people
● Prevent permanent shelter intakes
We are facilitators, not animal caretakers.
Are you a rescue or a shelter?
No. We do not house or rescue animals. At this time, we don’t handle:
● Taking animals into our custody
● Managing a facility
● Providing veterinary care
Instead, we serve as connectors, fundraisers, and advisors, partnering with nonprofit shelters, rescues, boarding facilities, and senior care centers that welcome or house pets.
Do you house or transport animals?
No. We never assume ownership or custody of animals.
Transport—when needed—is handled by
● Current guardians or their caretakers
● Established boarding facilities
● Trusted third-party volunteers or partners
Do you offer veterinary or training services?
We do not offer medical, grooming, or training services. However, we love to connect families with low-cost clinics and reliable resources in the community.
Can seniors stay in touch with their boarded pets?
Yes—when all parties agree.
We offer flexible options for continued connection, including
● In-person visits
● Phone or video calls
● Letters and photo updates
● Animal transportation coordination (case-by-case)
● Transportation of former guardians
How do you raise funds?
Our efforts include online campaigns, grant writing, donation drives, and local events.
We focus on simple, community-based fundraising to:
● Offset boarding expenses
● Cover costs of pet milestone celebrations
● Raise awareness of the senior-pet bond
Why is this work important?
For seniors, celebrations provide much-needed joy during life’s tough transitions. Yet even a short separation from a beloved pet can be especially hard. We help by:
● Centering the aging population with pet milestone celebrations
● Offering peace of mind during hospitalizations or other pet-boarding urgencies
● Fostering ongoing connection between senior guardians and boarded pets
● Continued communication with TMN volunteers (think “pen pals”).
How can I get involved?
We’re always looking for:
● Senior care collaborators
● Local artists and musicians
● Partner shelters, rescues, and boarding facilities
● Communication volunteers & donors
Contact us or donate now to become part of The Mally Network.