Canine Companions for Independence
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Target demographics: Trained assistance dogs for children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities.
Direct beneficiaries per year: Over 240 teams placed in 2009.
Someone who had 3 hours of volunteer time could: Help Canine Companions raise money, assist at one of five regional training centers or help spread the word with family and friends.
Geographic areas served: National
Mission:
Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) is a nonprofit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships. CCI serves people all over the US with training centers in Northern and Southern California, Ohio, New York, and Florida, as well as dozens of volunteer groups and satellite offices. Visit our website at www.cci.org or call toll-free 1-800-572-2275 to reach the CCI training center in your region.
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jill9
07/15/10
“Exceptional Dogs for Exceptional People,” is 100% accurate. I have met so many amazing people through CCI, including Graduates, other volunteers & CCI staff.
This organization is the best! Canine Companions for Independence puts the safety and happiness of the Person/Dog team first...
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smilingisbest
03/26/10
Kudos to CCI!!! CCI is a wonderful organization. We have seen first hand how it has helped our son who lost his leg in Iraq. The service dog he received is very helpful to him and is his constant companion. We saw a change in our son immediately after he received his "companion" from CCI. They are ...
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facilitydog
03/22/10
My husband and I received a facility dog that works with injured servicemen and women at military hospitals, support groups and sports rehabilitation events as part of CCI's Wounded Veteran Initiative. Our facility dog, Tali, lends her support by snuggling with injured troops as they heal in the ...
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