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Upcoming Events
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20 - Down Syndrome Association of DE Summer Camp
Milford, DE
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- J.McLaughlin Sip & Shop
21 & 27 - DeStress Event - ISM Summer Institute for Private School Administrators
25 & 27
- DE Air National Guard Deployment
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- DE Legislative Hall Visit
26 - Mosiac Family Success Center
Glassboro, NJ
27 - White Clay Creek Summer Camp
28 - DeStress Event - Lassonde-Pappas
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- DeStress Event - Discover
28 - DeStress Event - Double Tree (Rt 202)
Wilmington, DE
Elkton, MD
July
10
- American Karate Studios Summer Camp
Newark, DE
10
- Browseabout Books
Rehoboth Beach, DE
11 & 17 - DeStress Event - ISM Summer Institute for Private School Administrators
Wilmington, DE
12 - I Scream for Non-Profits (& Ice Cream)
Newark, DE
13 - Miss Heather's Learning Center
Wilmington, DE
18
- WSFS Staff Appreciation Event
Wilmington, DE
18 - Y.A.L.E. School Summer Program
Philadelphia, PA
19 - Frazzberry Fundraiser
Wilmington, DE
Plymouth Meeting, PA
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Interested in joining PAWS? Here are the upcoming Orientation (O) and Training (T) sessions:
July
Hockessin/Wilmington, DE
Saturdays, 8:30 AM
O & T: July 7 & 21
Newark, DE
Wednesdays, 6:00 PM
O & T: July 11 & 25
Millsboro, DE
Saturdays, 10:00 AM
O & T: July 14 & 28
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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.
We now offer private and daytime classes! See below.
Private Training
5:30 - 6:30 PM, Tuesdays & Thursdays
SUNDAYS
July 1
(single session)
- 11:00 AM:
Tricks of the Trade
- 12:00 PM:
Basic to Advanced
August 5
(single session)
- 11:00 AM:
Tricks of the Trade
- 12:00 PM:
Basic to Advanced
TUESDAYS
June 26 (weekly, 5 weeks)
- 6:30 PM:
Puppy 2
- 7:30 PM:
Target Training
THURSDAYS
June 28 (weekly, 5 weeks)
- 6:30 PM:
Attention & Focus
- 7:30 PM:
Therapy Dog Prep
FRIDAYS
- NEW DAY & TIMES!
June 29 (weekly, 5 weeks)
- 9:30 AM:
Attention & Focus
- 10:45 AM:
Therapy Dog Prep
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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.
Please note that although you may need to be at the Advanced Level of STEX to visit some of our programs, teams at Basic and above are eligible to take the PAWS U courses.
June
Thursday, June 21, 5:30 PM
Kennett Square, PA
Thursday, June 28, 12:00 PM
Milton, DE
July
Trauma Support
Thursday, July 26, 10:00 AM
PAWS Office, Newark, DE
Anytime - On-Line Courses
Register on-line and we will send you the link to the Open Learning course.
PS PAWS
First Visit Assistant -
No Fee
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Donate While You Shop
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The AmazonSmile Foundation donates 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases when selected by customers. Choose
PAWS for People when you log in:
smile.amazon.com
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T
hank You to Our Sponsors
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Feedback Welcome!
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Please e-mail Wendy suggestions & stories
registration@PAWSforPeople.org |
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| School's Out for the Summer! |
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As the school year ended, many of the classrooms PAWS Therapy Teams visited (either regularly throughout the year or for one-time visits) wrote thank you notes.
Above are letters written to Mr. Gibbs &
Tawanda Harbison, Molly Bear &
Marilyn Huebner, and Ozzy &
Vonnie Iverson-Jock who helped the First Grade students of Wilson Elementary celebrate meeting their 21-Book Challenge.
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Free Class Open to the Community
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Yes, You Can (and Your Pet Can, Too!)
Thursday, June 28,
12-1 PM
Milton Library, Milton, DE
So you've got a great pet - sweet and friendly and LOVES people, and you think sharing all that love would be a good way to give back to people in the community. But can your pet pass the test? Do you have time? Can you fit it into your schedule? Will your pet be a good visitor?
You've got lots of questions and PAWS has one great answer:
Yes, you can!
Join us for a
FREE workshop on pet therapy, the many benefits, and how you can get involved.
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Share & Save the Date
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Thursday, June 21
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
4001 Kennett Pike, Greenville, DE
Come sip & shop! 15% of sales during the event will benefit PAWS for People.
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Thursday, July 12
3:00 - 5:00 PM
Delaware Small Business Chamber
11F Liberty Plaza, Newark, DE
Enjoy your favorite flavors of refreshing sweet and cool treats on a hot summer day and support local attending members of the DSBC including PAWS!
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Thursday, July 19
4:00 - 9:00 PM
Pike Creek Shopping Center
4734 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE
Come enjoy delicious frozen yogurt while supporting PAWS for People! Pets welcome in the outdoor seating area.
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Get Involved!
If you are interested in participating on the planning committee for this fun event, please e-mail Clarice (
critchie@PAWSforPeople.org).
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| Q: How many places does PAWS visit? |
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A: PAWS for People is currently
partnering with 161 sites. These are sites we have contracts with and does not include community events.
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| Retirement Announcement |
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After providing AMAZING office support for the past few months, Sue Balascio has decided to retire. She has been invaluable in helping to streamline internal procedures and in keeping the PAWS staff all smiling. We will miss her, but wish her happy weaving!
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Phillis Milideo Enjoying her Retirement Gift
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Shining Stars
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Alexandra Williams & Tug
Alex joined PAWS for People in February of 2011 with her poodle/border collie mix, Tug. Alex came to PAWS with a lot of volunteer experience and wanted include Tug in the fun. She felt that pet therapy seemed like "what he is meant to do!" This Advanced team achieved their Master's Certification in April, 2015. They are a PAWS for Reading team and visit Highland Elementary School, Springer Middle School, Brandywine Hundred Library, Elsmere Library, Kirkwood Highway Library, and the Terry Children's Psychiatric Center. They have also visited at Compassionate Care Hospice. Thank you, Alex and Tug, for your fantastic work with children and your enthusiasm for pet therapy!
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Kristen Rasmussen & Sophie
Kristen joined PAWS for People in May of 2017 with her precious English Bulldog, Sophie. Kristen said it is the great joy Sophie brings to others that attracted her to pet therapy. This advanced team visits with PAWS for Reading at the Rodriguez Neighborhood Library in Philadelphia, PA. Thank you, Kristen, for sharing your Sophie and thank you, Sophie, for sharing your love with everyone you meet!
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