PAWS for People Community Newsletter: Early November, 2021 |
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Discover & PAWS bring smiles to students! |
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PAWS for People is very grateful for Discover’s support of our pet therapy teams and programs over the past several years. We’ve developed a wonderful partnership built on our shared goals and commitment to achieving educational excellence for young Delawareans and encouraging volunteerism.
Thanks to the leadership of Natalie DiSabatino, Discover Community Affairs Specialist, 40 Discover associates working remotely with the New Castle County office recently completed a wonderful volunteer project to support three PAWS for Reading schools in Delaware, one in each county. This project required assembling special packets to welcome Kindergarten – 2nd grade students back to school and help ease their return to the classroom while encouraging them to read and learn! Dog-themed bags with an encouraging hand-written note, a book, and other fun items to help foster kids’ love of reading were prepared for over 900 students.
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The big smiles on the faces of excited children and happy educators along with their appreciative “Thank You Discover & PAWS” when receiving these special gifts at Phillip C. Showell Elementary School and Shortlidge Academy confirm the great success of this project. Deliveries will soon be made to David E. Robinson Elementary School. PAWS for People is so appreciative of Discover’s generosity and incredible support! |
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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: After the inaugural National Dog Show Therapy Dog Symposium at Rowan University in November 2019 (in-person), and last year’s success with a virtual event, this year's event will feature both formats with in-person & virtual options. Join us Tuesday, November 30th 2021 10:30am-4:30pm. 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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Pet Therapy in Action this Week |
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The in-person DeStress drought at the University of Delaware has ended! Saphira (Becky Cronin) was one of the teams welcomed by the Animal Science Club for an evening of furry snuggles & tail-waggin’ fun.
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Marigold, along with her Mom, Eileen Clark, worked their therapy magic with the students at First State Montessori Academy in Wilmington recently.
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PAWS 2022 Calendars Are Available Now |
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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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PAWS participated at the Riverwalk Farmer’s Market’s "Spooktacular" themed market in Milford on Saturday, October 30th. The community was invited to bring their children to the market for trick or treating. All the vendors had treats for the kids, but in addition to treats, PAWS also had dogs and rabbits, which were a bit hit!
Teams who participated include: Adele Chalabala & Jax, Amy Feinberg & Iris, Cathy Griffith & Maxwell, Gail Hamman & Cali, Gary Miller & Finn, and Tricia Anne Saunders & Lily Rose.
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PAWS Fundraiser to be Held December 5 |
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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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Gavin Henderson and his wife Ashley Chickadel became members of PAWS for People with their empathetic Golden Retriever, Izzy, in November 2019.
Quickly thereafter, they became a regularly scheduled team at Cardinal Village, an Assisted Living facility in Sewell, NJ. Despite their lapse of in-person visits last year, Gavin, Ashley and Izzy have recently resumed their pet therapy work in other ways. They are enthusiastically recruiting new members at various Community Events, and they are providing some “outdoor meet-up quality time” for a NJ resident through the PAWS by Special Request program.
Thank you, Gavin and Ashley, for sharing your time and your dear Izzy with the NJ community. Thank you, Izzy, for being such a natural and loving PAWS therapy pet!
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Carol Henson and her Shepherd/Collie mix, Harley, became a PAWS therapy team in November 2019.
Carol witnessed the magic of PAWS at her work as a nurse at Chesapeake Care Resources, one of our partnering sites that provides various services for Adults with Disabilities. Carol had experience working with challenged adults, and Harley visited her clients, so it was a fitting next step for them to be certified and trained with PAWS. Harley’s naturally calm disposition offered well-needed comfort to residents at Jenner’s Pond and The Summit. Shortly thereafter, Carol and Harley landed on their ideal opportunity to provide pet therapy at Chesapeake Care Resources, through the PAWS in the Workplace program.
Thank you, Carol and Harley, for bringing smiles and tail wags to everyone you assist during your busy workdays together!
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Many thanks to our PAWS Partners |
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Donate While You Shop
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