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Community E-Newsletter                                                                   Late January 2018
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February
1  - Carrcroft Book Fair
     Wilmington, DE
2 - The Pilot School Family Fun Night 
     Wilmington, DE
5 - Key Point Health Services
      Aberdeen, MD
6 - Christiana Care Imaging Services at The Summit
     Hockessin, DE
6 - Key Point Health Services
     Perryville, MD
6 & 7 - George Read Middle School
     New Castle, DE
7 - Christiana Care OB/GYN Residence for Wellness Week 
      Newark, DE
8 - DeStress Event - Radnor High School 
     Wayne, PA
9 - Tatnall "I Love to Read Month"
     Wilmington, DE
10 - Sensory Play Parent Night In
     Glenmoore, PA
12 -  Shue-Medill Book Fair 
     Newark, DE
12 - DeStress Event - UD
     Newark, DE
15 - Keene Elementary Math & Reading Night
      Newark, DE
15 - DeStress Event - Cooper Medical School of Rowan
      Camden, NJ
21 - Tatnall "I Love to Read Month"
     Wilmington, DE

23 - Avon Grove High School Animal Aid Club
     West Grove, PA
24 -  PAWS Annual Conference
     Wilmington, DE
26 & 27 -  Tatnall "I Love to Read Month"
     Wilmington, DE
28 - Brader Elementary School Book Fair
     Newark, DE
28 - Heart in the Game
     Wilmington, DE


Save the Date

Sunday, April 15th
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Hockessin Memoriall Hall

If you would like to be alerted when more information about this event becomes available, please e-mail [email protected].

Interested in joining PAWS? Here are the upcoming Orientation (O) and Training (T) sessions:

Kennett Square, PA
Thursdays, 5:30 PM
O & T: February 1 & 15

Hockessin/Wilmington, DE
Saturdays, 8:30 AM
O & T: February 3 & 17

Newark, DE
Wednesdays, 6:00 PM
O & T: February 7 & 21

Dover, DE
Mondays, 1:00 PM
O & T: February 12 & 26



Whether you are just getting started or you need to work on specific behaviors, we have the perfect class for you!

All courses are held at the PAWS for People Office in Newark. 



TUESDAYS
First Class: February 20
- 6:30 PM:  Puppy 1 (5 weeks)
- 7:30 PM:  Target Training (5 weeks)

THURSDAYS
First Class:  February 22
- 6:30 PM: Attention & Focus (5 weeks)
- 7:30 PM: Therapy Dog Prep (5 weeks)

SUNDAY, February 4
- 11:30 AM:  Tricks of the Trade  (1 session)



PAWS University is open to members of PAWS for People. It offers courses to not only help strengthen your visiting skills but also to strengthen your bond with your therapy companion. Some courses are mandatory for participation in specific PAWS programs; other courses are designed as informational and fun.

February
Courthouse Companions - Delaware County Court Training
5 (Monday), 10:00 AM
Media, PA

Thinking Outside the Box & PATHS
9 (Friday), 10:00 AM
Dover, DE



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ON-LINE COURSES

Register on-line and we will send you the link to the Open Learning course.

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Make PAWS Smile
 
  You can support PAWS for People simply by doing your regular Amazon shopping at  smile.amazon.com.

T hank You to Our Sponsors


Feedback Welcome!
Please e-mail Wendy
with suggestions and stories
[email protected]
Making Someone's Day
Ruth Wuenschel and her therapy companion, Chloe, recently provided PAWS for Reading sessions at the Please Touch Museum with Amy Celona and Wesley. Ruth e-mailed the office to share a bit about the visit.

"The mom of a boy with Autism said her son was afraid of dogs and hadn't touched one in a year. BUT, he relaxed and pet Chloe! The mom was elated! It made the whole trip to Philly worthwhile. So glad to make someone's day!"

Thanks so much for sharing, Ruth!
2018 PAWS Conference - Registration is Open
 
Saturday, February 24th  
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Nemours A.I. duPont Hospital for Children, Wilmington, DE

Registration
Early Registration: $55.00/After February 14: $60.00
$5 Discount for PAWS Members

Keynote Speaker
Brad Cole,  Executive Director, K9 First Responders, Inc.

A great day filled with
- 15 workshops from which to choose
- FUN Zone with Pet-themed Activities & Crafts
- Buffet lunch

Send Your Love this Valentine's Day
Making a donation to  PAWS for People in honor of your  "Special Someone"  is a perfect way to share your love with a special person or pet!  If you'd like, PAWS will send your sweetie a personalized 'love note' ~ sharing your very special Valentine's Day honor! 

Don't delay... order by 3:00 PM, Friday, February 9th so we can guarantee delivery by Valentine's Day!
2018 Hero Dog Awards - Nominate by February 7th!
Is your dog a hero?

Nominations for the 2018 American Humane Hero Dog Awards® are now open! The Hero Dog Awards are an annual competition that honors heroes on both ends of the leash: whether your dog is a courageous service dog, saves lives as a law enforcement dog, or just loves to greet you with a wagging tail at the end of a hard day, we want to hear your story. Submit a nomination for your dog in one of the seven categories (including therapy dog) and they could be featured on the Hallmark Channel next fall!

After two rounds of online public voting, the dog with the most votes in each category is announced and will be awarded $2,500 for their chosen charity partner. The third & final voting round determines the 2018 American Hero Dog, who will be announced live at the gala next September, receiving an additional $5,000 grant for their charity partner.

This year, PAWS for People is an official charity partner!

Nominations are open until February 7th. Nominate Your Hero Now >>
Want to live longer? Get a dog!
By Victoria Larned, CNN

"The benefits that come with owning a dog are clear-- physical activity, support, companionship -- but owning a dog could literally be saving your life.

"Dog ownership is associated with a reduced risk for cardiovascular disease and death, finds a new Swedish  study published Friday in the journal Scientific Reports.

"For people living alone, owning a dog can decrease their risk of death by 33% and their risk of cardiovascular related death by 36%, when compared to single individuals without a pet, according to the study. Chances of a heart attack were also found to be 11% lower."  Read More>>

PAWS at Peace
Pictured here are the lovely flowers that Kathy Potts received from PAWS in honor of her Keely.  The PAWS' PAWS at Peace program hopes to support our bereaved members and let them know how much their pet's service was appreciated.


Shining Stars
Rick Altemus, Chip, & Molly
Rick joined PAWS in July of 2009. He visits with his Chocolate Lab, Chip, and Shih Tzu Poodle Mix, Molly. Rick is Master's Certified with Chip. He has visited with Nemours Hospital for Children, Union Hospital, Chesapeake Care Resources, Chimes, Amedisys Hospice, Christiana Care Hospital, Regional Hematology Oncology and PAWS by Special Request. Rick has also helped to support the PAWS Office in many ways. What a great team!
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Pilar Kraman & Alice
Pilar first joined PAWS in December of 2010 with her beloved Camiel. Pilar now visits with Alice Morgan, her adorable Dachshund/Shih Tzu Mix. This Advanced Team was Master's Certified in April of 2017 and loves visiting with the patients, families and staff at Nemours A.I. Dupont Hospital for Children. As a PAWS for Reading Team, they visit at the Brandywine Hundred Library. Pilar and Alice can also be found representing PAWS at numerous Community Events. What a fantastic team!