Meet Canine Companions for Independence: The Veterans Initiative

Canine Companions recognizes the urgent and growing need for programs that provide support to veterans with disabilities. Many of the brave men and women returning home from combat with disabling injuries experience a litany of new challenges. With the increase in wounded veterans who could benefit from an assistance dog, we want to do more. For a veteran making a new start putting their life back together from an injury, an assistance dog can provide the help they need to regain independence. Often, veterans face difficult transitions back to civilian life as well as uncertain futures with new disabilities. Canine Companions assistance dogs can help veterans regain independence, pride and hope. Beyond much-needed physical assistance, the love and loyalty of a canine partner can make a profound, lasting impact on someone dealing with difficult emotions that are hard to communicate. Come hear how Canine Companions help veterans work through transition and regain their independence.