By dogsforthedisabled on April 16, 2012
Dogs for the Disabled would like to say a huge thanks to its Warwickshire Supporter Group and everyone that attended its Easter Treasure Hunt on Saturday 7 April 2012 at Wellesbourne Hall. The event raised over £700 which will help the charity with its vital life-changing work.
Based in the beautiful grounds of Wellesbourne Hall, in Wellesbourne the Treasure Hunt attracted hundreds of visitors. As well as hunting for treasure, children and adults were able to meet Dogs for the Disabled …
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By dogsforthedisabled on April 5, 2012
Dogs for the Disabled is holding the first set of its ground breaking PAWS workshops in Northern Ireland this June in County Antrim, and is urging parents of children with autism spectrum conditions (ASCs) from across the region to come along and find out more.
Over a series of three one-day workshops, the PAWS service (Parents Autism Workshops and Support) explores the benefits that a pet dog can bring to families with a child with autism, and gives parents an opportunity to network with other parents in similar …
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By dogsforthedisabled on March 26, 2012
The British Women’s Club based in Germany has donated £5,000 to Dogs for the Disabled to sponsor one of the charity’s puppies.
Made up of British, Commonwealth and German ladies living and working in Düsseldorf, the club decided to support Dogs for the Disabled after learning about the difference it makes to the lives of people with disabilities.
Linda Longsden, Former Chair of The British Women’s Club comments: “Having learnt about the charity’s work and discovering that it doesn’t receive government funding, it gives …
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