My Nonprofit Reviews
smann10
Review for Southeastern Guide Dogs, Inc. DBA Dogs Inc, Palmetto, FL, USA
My family and I have volunteered for Southeastern Guide Dogs for the past 14 years -as puppy raisers, puppy campers, breeder host and as a local Area Coordinator. Being able to raise and train a future guide dog that will give someone who don't know yet freedom and dignity is priceless.
Review for Canine Assisted Therapy, Inc., Oakland Park, FL, USA
I found Canine Assisted Therapy, Inc. by accident at a dog show a few years ago. I had just had my two dogs tested for their therapy certification with another organization, but after hearing what Canine Assisted Therapy (C.A.T.) was about, I decided to have my dogs retested by them. They passed and became C.A.T. Dogs! Canine Assisted Therapy provides ongoing training and support for its volunteers which I never received from the other therapy dog organization. They also provide mentoring, followup with the facilities, and a much more intense evaluation than the other (international) therapy dog group. I like the personal attention that Canine Assisted Therapy provides to its volunteers (making sure you and your dog's needs and abilities match your facility), and to its "clients". I would definitely recommend Canine Assisted Therapy to anyone wanting to make a difference by volunteering with their well-trained, well-behaved dog.
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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?
A lot
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
Review for Hope Haven Association Inc., Jacksonville, FL, USA
My 12 year old daughter has had annual evaluations at Hope Haven since she was about 1 1/2 years old. We always get practical ideas to help her progress educationally, physically and emotionally. All of the staff are very positive and encouraging. My daughter loves seeing everyone each year. She loves how much they make the evaluations all about her and what she can do and not about what she cannot do. My husband and I always leave feeling that we are making a difference in our daughter's life. I would recommend that anyone who has a child with Down Syndrome go for at least an annual evaluation. You will be glad you did.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Their honest and productive evaluation of my daughter's Down Syndrome and ADHD dual diagnosis.
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Clone them and move them to West Paml Beach so my daughter and all the kids down in Southeast Florida could attend regular therapy sessions instead of only having a consultation once a year.
What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
their positive attitude towards my daughter's future.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
focused on helping my daughter, my husband and I find the best ways to help my daughter become the most productive, happy person she can be.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
help so many more families and children reach their greatest potential.
Ways to make it better...
they could have more Monday evaluation appointments available. Traveling from South Florida and working full time, it is nearly impossible to take a Wed appointment.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
funding and single location limit the number of children and adults that can be helped.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About once a year
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
