PAWS for People Community Newsletter: Mid November, 2021 |
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PAWS Annual Appeal Kicks Off! |
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Thank you for believing in PAWS for People and supporting us in so many ways. You have helped PAWS continue to bring Hope & Healing. You’ve enabled us to adapt and continue to reach people in new, creative ways. It is difficult for PAWS when we are not able to visit in person – especially when visits with our dedicated pet therapy teams are greatly needed by so many.
To keep bringing hope, healing, kindness, and comfort to those who need us, PAWS needs your help. Together, we will brighten the future for so many as we return to in-person, life-changing pet therapy programs in a world where the need is greater than ever before!
Your 2021 Annual Appeal gift will have lasting impact by funding PAWS pet therapy teams and programs. We have a lot to do this year to assist those who really need us. Our hope is that we will be able to meet their needs, but as we are still recovering financially, we will only be able to do so with your trust, your involvement, and your financial support. We are grateful for your belief in PAWS.
You can give to PAWS by mail, online, or by calling the office at 302-351-5622 Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thank you for your greatly needed gift.
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PAWS 2022 Calendars & PAWSwear Sale! |
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Be inspired by the stories of PAWS for People all year long!
PAWS for People calendars are now available and make great gifts for all of the animal lovers in your life!
Make 2022 just a little brighter for someone you love!
Cost: $12.00 each
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The PAWSWear Sale will begin on Midnight on Friday, November 26 and run through 11:59 PM on Monday, November 29.
Most in-stock items will be
25 percent off!
Sale prices will be reflected on Nov. 26.
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Pet Therapy in Action this Week |
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Piper (Sheri Kearns) enjoys some cuddling while providing some lunch time DeStressing at Villa Maria Academy High School in Malvern, PA |
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Jersey and Amy Cook, a PAWS in the Workplace team, participated in Team up Against Drugs and Bullying Spirit Day at Holly Hall Elementary School in Elkton, Maryland. |
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PAWS and High School DeStress – A Class Act! |
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Whether it’s a by-product of COVID or something that’s been simmering for a while, teens experiencing elevated stress and anxiety is becoming far too common. Requests for PAWS DeStress sessions, which have long been typical for colleges and universities around exam time, have seen an increase from high schools.
PAWS provided daily pet therapy visits for Radnor Township School District during May and June of this year. The program is expected to resume with weekly visits at Radnor High School and Radnor Middle School from December 2021 until early June 2022.
After having PAWS DeStress for students through Community Events, Triton Regional High School, in Runnemede, NJ, realized the benefits of pet therapy and requested regular sessions for School Year 2021-22. This program began in late September with Sasha & Kathleen Convery and Gizmo & Carlie Sobolewski alternating the weekly 1-hour visits with the Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors. Each student earns a golden ticket to engage with the PAWS teams. Additional PAWS teams joining the schedule soon include Parker & Rosemary Dougherty, Maggie Mae & Peggie Kramme, and Cooper & Linda Moneypenny-Reiter.
According to Rio Brodeur, Mental Health Assistant Counselor, "Triton Regional High School is thrilled to have a partnership with PAWS for People, especially this school year, where many of our students are returning to school for the first time since March of 2020. PAWS for People continues to visit our school each week to provide pet therapy services to students in grades 9-12 who may be struggling with a variety of different challenges outside the classroom. It has been amazing to see the reactions of students when they see one of their furry four legged friends walking down the hallway. I know that our staff has enjoyed having PAWS for People here just as much as our students have (if not more!)"
PAWS DeStress … in DeMand … and DeLivering healing pet therapy to those in need. A+!
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Join Us for the Jingle Bell Jubilee |
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Are you ready for some holiday fun with your PAWS friends?
Come and celebrate with us!
PAWS Jingle Bell Jubilee is a festive holiday-themed event where everyone is welcome including our amazing therapy companions. In addition to a delicious lunch and a fabulous silent auction, the Jingle Bell Jubilee also provides attendees the opportunity to be inspired by stories of the impact of pet therapy shared by both the pet therapy teams and the people they have visited.
Sunday, December 5, 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Hockessin Memorial Hall
610 Yorklyn Road
Hockessin, DE 19707
Tickets
Tickets – $50 per person
PAWS Members – $45 per person
Table Sponsor (8 tickets) – $375
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National Dog Show and the Kennel Club
of Philadelphia Upcoming Events
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In conjunction with its partnership with the National Dog Show and the Kennel Club of Philadelphia, PAWS for People is promoting two upcoming events:
The National Dog Show: The annual canine extravaganza at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA will be held the weekend of November 20-21. Please Note: In conjunction with recommendations from national, state and local officials, the National Dog Show and the Kennel Club of Philadelphia will require proof of full COVID-19 vaccination at the venue.
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The National Dog Show Therapy Dog Symposium at Rowan University brings together therapy dog handlers, health care experts, academics and those looking to learn more about Therapy Dogs to share information and develop common practices within this growing initiative.
The event is now VIRTUAL ONLY! Join us Tuesday, November 30th 2021 10:30am-4:30pm (all virtual through WebEx). This year's symposium features a presentation from PAWS Executive Director, Lynne Robinson. You don't want to miss this exciting event!
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Fay Mintz-Guttin joined PAWS for People in July of 2019, with her lovable Standard Poodle Layka. Fay and Layka have been making kids smile at the Brandywine and Claymont Libraries, where they participate in the PAWS for Reading program. They have also shared furry love with the folks at Ivy Gables Senior Living and Cadia Rehabilitation-Silverside.
Most recently in July of this year, Fay added her sweet Lya to the mix, also a Standard Poodle and an Advanced level pup. Fay, Layka and Lya have taken the PAWS to Comfort class and will be ready to help those grieving a loss at a moment’s notice.
Thank you, Fay, Layka, and Lya, for the generous way you volunteer your time and help folks smile a little brighter in the community. The soothing love & comfort the girls provide is a warm spot in the days of all you meet.
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Helen Kim and her beautiful 6-year-old Lab Mix, Twilight, have been members with PAWS since March of 2019. Helen felt that being a therapy team would be a good way to give back to the community and Twilight has a great temperament for visiting.
One fun fact about this team…Twilight knows her commands in both English and Korean!
Helen brings Twilight to school with her at Gauger-Cobbs Middle School in Newark, DE as a PAWS in the Workplace Team where she provides great support for the students. Additionally, they have done several community events including lots of shifts at Barnes & Noble.
Thank you, Helen, for sharing your wonderful girl with the school and the community. Thank you, Twilight, for being a super sweet, snuggly friend with everyone you meet.
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Thanks to our PAWS Partners
Please keep them in mind when holiday shopping!
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Donate While You Shop
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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