Posts by Amanda Charbonneau
Winter Fitness for your NEADS dog
Keeping your Service/Assistance Dog fit year round can be a struggle, especially for those who live in areas where winter weather is unpredictable or inhospitable. Extreme temperatures, ice and snow can limit outdoor time to bathroom-only breaks and leave little access for handlers with mobility challenges. But working dogs must be kept in prime condition…
Read MoreHoliday Fundraising
The holidays are fast approaching and that means it’s the perfect time to fundraise! This is a fantastic time of year to tap into the seasonal spirit and have some fun doing it. Here are some of my favorite ideas that are great for kids and adults alike: Candy grams – Buy lots of…
Read MoreMegan Lavin
My name is Megan Lavin. I am a special education teacher in the Boston Public School system. I am in my 14th year teaching in the Emotional Impairment Strand at the Beethoven School. I have taught 1st grade, 5th grade and presently teach Kindergarten. The population of students I work with struggle with self-regulation. Many…
Read MoreJennifer Thompson
I have dealt with chronic illness and I have also gone through the criminal justice system myself. I know firsthand what a NEADS dog can provide to those experiencing difficulties engaging with formal systems. For 10 years now, it has been a goal of mine to bring peace, comfort, and support to those experiencing trauma.…
Read MoreBlaze Fox
My name is Mary Fox and I have a beautiful boy named Blaze. Blaze is 9 years old and like most 9-year old’s, he loves to play on computer and shoot bow and arrow. However, Blaze isn’t like most 9-year old’s. Blaze began to have health and behavioral issues that were extremely abnormal for a…
Read MoreArthur Greenslade
Bill and Ted’s excellent adventures Hi my name is Ted, and Bill is my service dog. Bill and I have worked together for the past 11 years. He’s been my best friend, confidant,and companion for so long it saddens me that Bill can no longer perform his duties as a service dog. So now, it’s…
Read MoreKacper Rodzik
My name is Kacper Rodzik and I am a 14 year old student in 8th grade. I was originally born in Poland and I came to United States with my family when I was 1 year old. After moving from South Boston, I have lived in Canton, MA for the past 11 years. My biggest…
Read MoreIsaac Lewis
Isaac is an 11-year-old boy who loves cars, babies (both animal and human), Legos and video games. He is a very bright and friendly 6th grader who loves math and history and also happens to struggle with Autism and ADHD. He is a caring brother to his two younger sisters (he would also like me…
Read MoreJoanne Sykes
Joanne Sykes is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor working with close to 600 5th and 6th grade students in the Town of Falmouth, MA. She has worked as an educator, counselor, and mentor for over 16 years and has continued her own professional development, receiving a Masters of Emergency Management in 2017. Joanne’s focus is…
Read MoreAwareness of Dangerous Outdoor Toxins
Many of you know about the dangers of certain plants and mushrooms for your dogs. As you and your dog enjoy the weather and spend time outdoors and around the garden, here are some other dangerous toxins to be aware of. This is by no means a complete list but it’s a good start. Pesticides – Pesticides are…
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