Helping Others Is What We Do
1 FUR 1 Foundation is made by 100% volunteers on a mission create, nurture and expand therapeutic programs in the U.S.A. This 501(c)(3) charity impacts the lives of over ten thousands children and seniors with disabilities by providing free animal assisted interventions. The innovative approach is helping:
- Child crime victims testify in court with supportive canine advocates by their side
- First responders and medical staff overcome burn-out and fatigue while on the job with the help of Newfie therapy dogs
- Autistic children overcome physical and cognitive challenges with encouraging therapy mini horses
- Veterans and their families receive animal assisted intervention as an alternative health care plan
- Dementia and Alzheimer patients whose mood is elevated and positive memories are triggered by interacting with a specially trained animal
Helping others is not only good for them and a good thing to do, it also makes us happier and healthier,too. It connects us to others, creating stronger communities and helping to build a healthier society for everyone!
