Tell us about your role I’m working for two days a week as a community dog handler alongside Rita, a German shepherd cross golden retriever. Initially, I have been working with Bracknell Forest Council for one day a week supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism. I’ve been working… Read More
Tell us about your role The Dementia Dog project is a charitable collaboration between Alzheimer Scotland and Dogs for Good. Our Dementia Community Dog programme explores how a specially trained community dog can help people with dementia feel more confident and connected in their community. I… Read More
In 2013 we commenced a ground-breaking project in conjunction with Alzheimer Scotland to train the first dementia assistance dogs. For the couples involved with the Dementia Dog project partnership with a dementia assistance dog has resulted in a unique support and a special bond, enabling them to… Read More
Tell us about your role as a community dog handler Using the techniques of Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) I work alongside a specially-trained community dog to help adults and children to work towards individual goals. I’ll work with a professional from the client support team… Read More