Pawsitive Perspectives Assistance Dogs (PawPADs)
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2 people found this review helpful
November 15, 2012
2 people found this review helpful
Almost 3 years ago I was looking to volunteer some of my time somewhere. It was then that I saw an article about PawPADs in our local paper. Since I have a love of dogs, I found it to be very interesting & they were looking for volunteers!! I contacted them, went to a volunteer meeting, & that's where it all started. Randy & Linda's enthusiasm is contagious!! You can see/feel it in the dogs, the other volunteers. Randy & Linda give 1000%. They have devoted themselves to train dogs to help other people, & this is what they do 7 days a week ... no days off. I know my life has been enriched. I'm typically at PawPADs 3 mornings a week. We have so much fun getting the dogs ready for their day. I also feel like I have an extended family, & that Randy or Linda would do anything to help me if I should ever need it. I feel that way with the other volunteers as well. I can't say enough good things about PawPADs & what Randy & Linda are doing!! Of course it's fun to be around the dogs, but volunteering for Randy & Linda is really fulfilling as well. They really appreciate everything everyone does & it shows!! I just couldn't have found a better place to volunteer!!
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Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
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2012
1 person found this review helpful
October 18, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
PAWPads staff and volunteers are awesome and fun to be around. My intention was to volunteer for roughly 3-6 months. But when I started getting to know Linda, Randy, and also the service dogs I realize that this is something I want to do for a very long time. I've been volunteering for over 2 years and will continue to do so for many more years.
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
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2012
1 person found this review helpful
October 18, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
I cannot find words to adequately express how amazing PawPADS is as an organization. The various programs touch so many people's lives. I have diabetes and have experienced the dogs-in-training, working, receiving 'alerts' 20 minutes before my low blood sugar registers on my glucometer. This is EXCITING. Linda and Randy are welcoming, appreciative and really care about people and the puppies/dogs (all creatures). Their positive approach to life, their organization and training is contagious.
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
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2012
1 person found this review helpful
October 17, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
PawPads has been a huge part of my life recently! The dogs are so wonderful, but even more wonderful are Randy and Linda who run the day-to-day operations. The positive attitude, encouragement, and fabulous pups that we get by interacting with this organization has really enriched my life and that of my family. We are super lucky to get to contribute to shaping the lives of the dogs and those of future people in need through this organization. I'm also noticing that I say "yes! thank you!" a lot more! :)
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
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2012
1 person found this review helpful
October 17, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
PAWPads is a great organization to volunteer at. My previous volunteer organziation shut their doors and I thought I'd never find a place I enjoyed working at more, until I met Randy & Linda. They welcomed me into their organization and I instantly felt like we'd been friends for life. As I learned more about their organization and all the different groups, from kids to vetrans to inmates, they help I knew this would be the place for me. They do great things with their dogs and for other people and I look forward to every day I get to work there.
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
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2012
October 17, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
PawPADS is an organization that strives to make the lives of those that need their services better by providing assistance dogs. As a volunteer; I've seen first hand the amazing results of the assistance dogs that are placed. Not only do the recipients benefit from the placement of the dogs, but all of those involved in the organization benefit as well.
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Definitely
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
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2012
June 30, 2012
PawPADS is an organization that strives to make the lives of those that need their services better by providing assistance dogs. As a volunteer; I've seen first hand the amazing results of the assistance dogs that are placed. Not only do the recipients benefit from the placement of the dogs, but all of those involved in the organization benefit as well.
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
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2012
1 person found this review helpful
October 17, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
PawPADs is a great organization to volunteer with. Linda and Randy are great leaders and will drop everything to help the volunteers and the dogs. I have volunteerd over 1,000 hours in this organization and I love every minute of it.
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
1 person found this review helpful
October 17, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
The wonderful staff at PawPads have impressed me with their overwhelming dedication and drive to bring assistance dogs to the people that need them. Attached is a group picture of some of our hardworking trainee dogs.
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A lot
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Very Well
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Definitely
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2012
1 person found this review helpful
July 13, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
A friend introduced me to PawPADS a few years ago while we were volunteering together at a different non-profit. I was immediately inspired by the passion of Linda and Randy. I found out it was more than training service dogs for people with disabilities. School programs, the prison program and other community interests fill their days. Their positive approach to the dogs and the volunteers keep me coming back and I have learned a lot about how therapeutic a dog can be.
I truly look forward to my volunteer days at PawPADS. The volunteers are highly valued and our input and ideas are always welcome and encouraged. I also feel fortunate to volunteer with an amazing group of people (& dogs!)
I do get attached to the dogs, but the positive feedback puts me at ease when I hear about their new lives.
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Definitely
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
1 person found this review helpful
July 9, 2012
1 person found this review helpful
I began volunteering with PawPADs 2 1/2 years ago. I knew immediately it was an organization that I wanted to be part of. I saw the passion and commitment that Linda and Randy had for this labor of love and felt an instant connection with them and the dogs. Seeing puppies come and trained dogs go can be hard at times......we grow to love them so!!........but we know what the objective/goal is - to provide well-trained dogs that will help change a life for someone. I do feel that I GET more than I can GIVE. I agree totally with others that said the PawPADs volunteers and staff are like family. I love going to "work" 3 mornings a week to be with the dogs and be with my second family! Linda and Randy always listen to our thoughts, ideas, and concerns. Together, we do hope to make a difference in lives that need hope, help and lots of love (doggie kisses!). I plan to be a volunteer with PawPADs for many years to come!!
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
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