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Upcoming Events
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- Wilson Elementary Reading, Math & Science Night
Newark, DE
12 - Girls Trauma Education & Empowerment Group
Elkton, MD
14 - Animal-Assisted Social for Children with Special Needs
West Chester, PA
14 - Heart in the Game
Seaford, DE
17 - Brick Mill Elementary Book Fair
Middletown, DE
18 - Century Engineering Wellness Fair
Dover, DE
18 - Christina School District EL Family Night
Newark, DE
18 - Avon Grove High Animal Aid Club
West Grove, PA
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- Kiddie Academy
Elkton, MD
19 - Claymont Elementary Family Night
Claymont, DE
20 - Red Bank Elementary School
West Deptford, NJ
21 - Yellow Ribbon Event
New Castle County, DE
21 & 22 - Pooch Palooza
Berlin, MD
23 - NAMI Educational Event
Wilmington, DE
23 - Bethel Springs Elementary Animal Club
Garnet Valley, PA
23 - DeStress Event - DCAD
Wilmington, DE
24 - Radnor Elementary School 2nd Grade
Radnor, PA 19087
25 - DeStress Event - UPenn
Philadelphia, PA
25 -Cecil College Popcorn & PAWS (DeStress)
North East, MD
25 - DeStress Event - Wesley College
Dover, DE
25 - DeStress Event - Neumann University
Aston, PA
26 - DeStress Event - Rutgers Nursing
Blackwood, NJ
26 - DeStress Event - Discover
New Castle, DE
26 - DeStress Event - Wesley College
Dover, DE
28 - Browseabout Books
Rehoboth Beach, DE
30 - DeStress Event - Delaware County Community College
West Grove, PA
30 - Penn State Brandywine
Media, PA
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Save the Date
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Dine at the Newark, DE Iron Hill and 20% of your food bill will be donated to PAWS!
Wednesday, June 13
11:30 AM - 1:00 AM
147 E Main St, Newark, DE 19711
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Interested in joining PAWS? Here are the upcoming Orientation (O) and Training (T) sessions:
Bel Air, MD
Mondays, 5:00 PM
O & T: April 2 & 16
Hockessin/Wilmington, DE
Saturdays, 8:30 AM
O & T: April 7 & 21
Newark, DE
Wednesdays, 6:00 PM
O & T: April 11 & 25
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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.
Puppy 1
Tuesdays at 6:30 PM
First Class:
May 15
(5 weeks)
Target Training
Tuesdays at 7:30 PM
First Class:
May 15
(5 weeks)
Attention & Focus
Thursdays at 6:30 PM
First Class:
May 17 (5 weeks)
Therapy Dog Prep
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
First Class:
May 17 (5 weeks)
Tricks of the Trade
Sundays at 11:00 AM
May 13 (1 session)
June 3 (1 session)
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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.
April
PAWS for Reading
TBD - Sussex County, DE
May
PATHS
Friday, May 11, 10:00 AM
PAWS office - Newark, DE
PAWS for Reading
Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 PM
PAWS office - Newark, DE
Trauma Support
Saturday, May 19, 9:45 AM
PAWS office - Newark, DE
PATHS &
Dog Body Language
Thursday, May 24, TBD
TBD - Kent or Sussex County, 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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T
hank You to Our Sponsors
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Feedback Welcome!
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Please e-mail Wendy
with suggestions and stories
registration@PAWSforPeople.org |
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| From a Thankful Parent |
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Last night as "Sarah" was getting ready for bed she said, "Dog Duke." I asked "Will you see Duke tomorrow?" She said "Yes." This is the FIRST time Sarah has EVER said what she will do the following day!!!
This morning, we asked her, "What will you do at school today?" She said "Dog Duke."
Sarah clearly loves her time with Duke. More than that, he is helping with her speech and cognition. I also heard that Duke put himself between Sarah's head and her hand as she was hitting her head. This made her stop.
Thanks so much for this wonderful service for Sarah. It makes a huge difference to her day. Duke's owner, Dawn Paramore is just a gem - probably just as in tune with students' needs as Duke is. Please pass on this story and our heartfelt thanks to her especially.
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Attention Members: You Are Invited!!!
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All members and friends are invited to attend
PAWS for People's Volunteer Appreciation Celebration & 13th Anniversary Party.
If you are in the south:
Saturday, May 5, 2-4 PM
St. Martha's Episcopal Church
117 Maplewood St
Bethany Beach, DE 19930
If you are in the north:
Sunday, May 6, 2-4 PM
St. Mark's United Methodist Church
1700 Limestone Rd
Wilmington, DE 19804
Please come so that we may show our appreciation of the amazing work you are doing!
Please RSVP by Friday, April 20th
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Mother's Day Gift Wrapping
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Join Us at the Christiana
Barnes & Noble for Mother's Day Gift Wrapping!
We will be gift wrapping from 10 AM - 8 PM on the following days:
Friday, May 4
Saturday, May 5
Friday, May 11
Saturday, May 12
GIFT WRAPPERS & PET THERAPY TEAMS
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PAWS Is Looking for...
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...someone interested in promoting some of the PAWS programs.
We have a lot to promote and welcome your help.
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American Humane Hero Dog Awards - Please Vote (Daily)
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PAWS for People is an official Charity Partner this year. That means that
American Humane will donate $2,500 to the charity partner of the winning finalist in each category, and the 2018 American Hero Dog will win an additional $5,000 for their charity partner.
In this first round, you can vote once each day for each category until 12 pm Pacific Time on April 25th.
Check out all of the nominees who have selected PAWS for People as their Charity Partner.
Please support our members (pictured) by voting daily!
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Social Media Words of Wisdom by Amy
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Alice Kraman getting ready to read! |
Amy Celona's presentation about Social Media at our annual conference was highly reviewed. We thought those who were not able to attend the presentation should also have the opportunity to benefit from her social media know-how!
TIP:
Post photos of you and/or your pet in all stages of visiting! Try 'packed and ready to go,' in the car on your way to visit or the way home, outside of the building you visit (or better yet, in front of a sign with the name of the building), dressed for a special occasion (e.g., Halloween costume to visit).
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9 Unique Ways to Celebrate Earth Day with Your Pet
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Posted 4/1/18
healthyspot.com
Let's celebrate Earth Day by helping save the earth - one habit at a time. As one of our core values states, "We believe in giving back and making a difference" - this applies to pets, the community, and the environment as well. Learn 9 different habits you and your pet can implement today!
1. Recycle Your Pet's Water -
Did you know that each American uses an average of 88 gallons of water a day at home?
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This is excluding pet owners who need to constantly keep their pet hydrated and clean. Rather than throwing out your pet's water down the drain, give your house plants life with it! This is an easy habit to implement, especially since the water is already in a bowl you can simply pour over your greenery. Read more>>
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Shining Stars
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Bridget Laubach & Daisy
Bridget and Daisy joined PAWS in August of 2015. Daisy, a rescued Chihuahua, absolutely loves everyone! From visiting with seniors to Brownie Troops, she is always ready to share her love. Bridget and Daisy have visited at Concern and Lodge Lane. They are a PAWS in the Workplace team, provide PAWS by Special Request visits, and represent PAWS at community events. What an awesome team!
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In September of 2015, after learning about the impact pet therapy can have, Rhonda and her golden Doodle, Sienna, joined PAWS. As an Advanced team, this duo has visited the Rockford Center, the Early Learning Center, Lodge Lane, and Chimes New Castle. Rhonda became a PAWS Board Member in 2016. What a terrific team!
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A Thought for Earth Day (Sunday, April 22)
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"Our task must be to free ourselves ... by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature and its beauty."
- Albert Einstein
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