Dogs For Better Lives
Community Resource
About this resource
This initiative offers trained dogs to assist full-time professionals and volunteers engaged with individuals who have various disabilities. The dogs are equipped with a range of interactive behaviors and tasks designed to enhance their effectiveness in professional settings, promoting increased engagement, reducing anxiety, and fostering motivation and cooperation.
Intake Procedure: Please visit the website to complete the online application.
Fees: There are no fees associated.
Who can use this
- Eligible candidates include those employed in roles that provide direct support to individuals with disabilities or vulnerable groups, such as healthcare providers, therapists, educators, counselors, or forensic interviewers, with necessary employer approval.
Documents you may need
- None required at intake
Don't have these? Contact the organization—they may be able to help.
Get in touch
Central Point, Oregon
Location
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