May 11, 2021
How animal assisted intervention is helping people with a dementia diagnosis Dogs for Good has supported people through its Dementia Dog service for five years and trained both Dementia Assistance Dogs and Dementia Community Dogs. We’ve also worked with individuals and couples providing animal assisted intervention (AAI) to help reduce social isolation and help maintain independence. Over the past year, we’ve had to think differently… Read More
April 8, 2021
With many of us still working from home, virtual meetings can start to feel a bit flat. Read our suggestions on how to liven up your virtual meeting and raise funds for Dogs for Good at the same time! “You’re on Mute!” Swear Jar You’ve probably heard of the traditional… Read More
March 29, 2021
· Over three in four (77%) autistic children have missed out on learning opportunities due to the pandemic · 70% of all parents have seen increased anxiety levels from their autistic child when learning, as the lack of routine takes its toll · During World Autism Awareness Week, MORE THAN… Read More
March 5, 2021
Emily was diagnosed with autism when she was two and a half years old. Her dad, Steven Chilvers from Long Buckby in Northamptonshire, says that it didn’t come as a surprise. “We pretty much knew because the signs were there,” he explains. “She was non-verbal, didn’t make eye contact, would… Read More
February 24, 2021
Dogs for Good is a UK charity making life-changing differences for people with disabilities and its innovative Family Dog service offers help and advice to families with an autistic child get the most out of their relationship with a pet dog. During lockdown, the charity took the opportunity to shape… Read More