Dogs for the Disabled
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Dogs for the Disabled | |
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| Name of Organisation: | Dogs for the Disabled |
| Headline: | Our work changes the lives of adults and children with disabilities |
| What We Do: | Dogs for the Disabled is a pioneering charity that trains dogs to carry out a range of practical tasks to assist children and adults with disabilities to help them achieve greater independence. The charity also provides a programme to support families with a child with autism. Since 1988 the charity has trained over 400 partnerships. |
| Area: | Outside Southampton, National
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| Town: | Banbury, Oxon |
| Address: | Dogs for the Disabled
The Frances Hay Centre Blacklocks Hill Banbury Oxon |
| Postcode: | OX17 2BS |
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| Telephone: | 01295 252600
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| Facebook ID: | Dogs for the Disabled
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| Email: | info@dogsforthedisabled.org |
| Website: | http://www.dogsforthedisabled.org/ |
| Services Offered: | These are just some of the range of tasks that an assistance dog trained by the charity will be able to help with:
In fact, a registered assistance dog with Dogs for the Disabled provides an extension of the person with disabilities abilities. In addition an assistance dog gives enormous psychological benefits, breaking down barriers to the outside world and helping to improve confidence and reduce stress levels. Dogs for the Disabled is a member of Assistance Dogs UK. This umbrella organsiation works to improve access for people who depend upon their assistance dog in public places such as supermarkets, restaurants, and public transport, which might not otherwise be accessible to them. |
| Disability Type: | All Disabilities |
| Pat Mark Status: | Not Yet Applied For
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| Related Topics: | Useful Links, Health & Well Being, Equipment and living aids
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