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Open the Door to Animal-Assisted Therapy Services

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People with anxiety, mental illness, or physical or neurological disabilities can spend time with animals giving and receiving love and care. Sometimes therapy dogs are simply present for petting. Riding a horse can help people build muscle and balance. Learn about this organization and how you can help.

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Open the Door to the Commission on Aging

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Open the door to a local nonprofit that connects people over 60 to people and services to live a healthy, independent life. The Commission on Aging is a resource that promotes intergenerational relationships and support for people who need meals brought to their homes or opportunities for fun and gathering. Learn about this organization and how you can help.

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Nonprofit Hospitals

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Authored by Glen Goedde

 

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Humane Society

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Chayse Hood

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Women's Philanthropy Institute

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Written by Travis D. Tester with some content from an earlier edition by Lori Duff

 

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