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Canine Companions for Independence is excited to share its mission with as many people as possible. In this Regional News section you can learn more about our organization, see our latest stories in the media, and read our recent newsletter.
For media inquires or for more information please contact Martha Johnson, Public Relations Coordinator at 407 522-3305 or by
e-mail at majohnson@cci.org
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Pet Programs Bring Smiles
by Stephanie Genuardi, South Florida Sun Sentinel
July 26, 2010
A 9 year-old golden lab is a staple in Jackson Memorial Hospital's pediatric, trauma and spinal cord rehabilitation units.
Read the entire article here.
"Bark" Therapy Offered at University Rehab
by Stephanie Bell Flynt, WLBT 3, Jackson, Mississippi
July 8, 2010
Michael Russell is learning to walk again after suffering a spinal infection. Russell began the journey at University Rehab Center over a month ago where he often wondered why is there a dog in here?
Learn how a CCI dog named Lanny is helping Michael by clicking here.
Bringing Doggie Smiles to Florida Hospital
Playground Magazine, Spring 2010
Kids can't resist the love of a cuddly canine companion. Florida Hospital for Children has just what the doctor ordered. Murray, a CCI Facility Dog, leaves a trail of smiling faces after he makes his daily rounds.
Read the entire article and view the photo gallery by clicking here.
Florida Hospital Welcomes Canine Employee
by Jeff Lennox, WESH-TV, Orlando, Florida
July 12, 2010
A new, four-legged employee will help bring smiles to the faces of young patients at Florida Hospital for Children.
Read the internet version of this story here and learn how Murray is making a difference.
Spring Hill Arthritis Victim, Helper Dog a Perfect Match
by Jeff Schmuker, Hernando Today
April 29, 2010
Jessica McClellan claims her life is much more stress free following the completion and certification to have Gracie, a 2-year-old golden Labrabor/retriever mix as a service dog that responds to more than 50 commands.
Read Jessica and Gracie's story here
Man's Best Friend Brings Help, Smiles
by Meghan Cooke, Charlotte Observer
April 21, 2010
A little girl tugged on her mom's pants and pointed at the yellow Labrador retriever strolling through a Harrisburg grocery store last week.
Read more about Andy and Gloria Bush and their Skilled Companion Dog Seagar by clicking here.
Facility Dog Wins Humanitarian Honor
by Susan Jenks, Florida Today
April 14, 2010
Despire his name, Dart seemed more mellow than spunky, as he received an award for his health care service to the community at Holmes Regional Medical Center.
Read the entire article here.
Rasie a Puppy, Change a Life
by Kate Santich, Orlando Sentinel
April 5, 2010
At Canine Companions for Independence, every assistance dog starts out as a puppy raised by a volunteer.
Read how Peggy Jensen has raised 17 puppies for CCI by clicking here.
Assistance Dog Offers Independence for Melbourne, Florida Resident
Bright Feats, March 2010
Melbourne, Florida resident Shaina Levine, along with her mother, Samantha, recently graduatd from two weeks of training and received an assistance dog from CCI.
Read their story here.
Stone Creek Elementary to get Walker's Third Facility Dog
by Ben Benton, Chattanooga Times Free Press
March 14, 2010
Another Walker County school has gone to the dogs, or rather, another dog is coming to a Walker school.
Read how CCI Facility Dogs are working in Walker County by clicking here.
WakeMed Rehab Dog Celebrates Birthday
WRAL.com, Raleigh, North Carolina
March 24, 2010
Scully, a 75 pound Labrador/golden retriever mix has been working as a Facility Dog at WakeMed Rehab Hospital for two years. Staff members recently helped him celebrate his 4th birthday.
Read the internet version of the televsion story by clicking here.
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