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Canine Companions for Independence
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July 15, 2010
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“Exceptional Dogs for Exceptional People,” is 100% accurate. I have met so many amazing people through CCI, including Graduates, other volunteers & CCI staff. This organization is the best! Canine Companions for Independence puts the safety and happiness of the Person/Dog team first. They never force a dog to work if he doesn’t want to, which ensures the safest placement and a successful team. Every Graduate I met speaks of the incredible gift of independence these dogs bring to them. Keep up the great work CCI.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the amazing Graduate teams.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the high ethical standards of CCI.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
amazing, kind and generous.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
raise and train more exceptional dogs for exceptional people.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
My Role: General Member of the Public & I work as a Secretary of a Catholic Church but I also volunteer time working with Veterans when I can. I am a member of the Blue Star Mothers of Service men and women and continue to give them resources that will help their soldiers, especially the injure.
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March 26, 2010
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Kudos to CCI!!! CCI is a wonderful organization. We have seen first hand how it has helped our son who lost his leg in Iraq. The service dog he received is very helpful to him and is his constant companion. We saw a change in our son immediately after he received his "companion" from CCI. They are now inseparable and go almost everywhere together. It is one of the best things that has happened to our son since his injury. I hope CCI will continue to help other severely injured "heroes" of our US Military. Thank you to all especially the volunteers who spend endless hours training the special dogs. What an awesome way for the volunteers and CCI to give back to these brave men and women who have sacrificed themselves for our freedom.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
by watching our injured soldier develop a close & wonderful relationship with his service dog.
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One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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March 22, 2010
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My husband and I received a facility dog that works with injured servicemen and women at military hospitals, support groups and sports rehabilitation events as part of CCI's Wounded Veteran Initiative. Our facility dog, Tali, lends her support by snuggling with injured troops as they heal in the hospital, she walks with them when they receive a new prosthetic limb and waits for them at the finish line after they compete in their first triathlon. Over the last year we have seen several CCI service dogs placed with permanently injured servicemen and women. Some of these individuals were not able to live on their own without assistance. However, with their assistance dogs, they can now live on their own without a roommate. Independence doesn't mean living alone. Many of these veterans now have "Battle Buddies" as they move on with their lives. We are grateful to have Tali and enjoy watching her as she connects with those in need. The Wounded Veteran's Initiative has and will continue to help our veterans regain independence.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the staff's passion to help veterans regain independence by placing assistance dogs with those who have permanent physical injuries. They truly care and are only a phone call away. They take the time to get to know you and place you with the right dog.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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March 19, 2010
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As a newer (< 1 year)Puppy Raiser for the Southeast Region of CCI, I can't say enough about the time, effort, love and experience put into this organization's mission by it's volunteers, employees and supporters. I have raised puppies for another service dog organization in the past, but CCI far surpassed my expectations of support, quality, communication and professionalism. They accomplish amazing goals with a huge volunteer base and very dedicated employees. The public graduation ceremonies are a must-see to truly understand the impact these well-trained dogs have on people's lives. They have modern, very clean, climate controlled kennels and their dogs are obviously well kept. Their breeding program is very successful and they have very few genetic issues (i.e., hips) and they track and support the teams throughout their lives. It appears they spend their money very wisely, with a minimum of waste, using volunteers extensively and wisely (and successfully). While the Orlando campus is beautiful, use and function are apparent (no useless decoration) - an example of good use of donated funds.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my interaction with the Puppy Raising department and attendance at three (3) graduation ceremonies.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
add more classes if the funding allowed.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the support and excellent quality of the employees and volunteers.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
dedicated, open, caring, warm, welcoming and experienced.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
graduate many more teams!
Ways to make it better...
does not apply!
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
funding and need.
One thing I'd also say is that...
I volunteer for 5-6 different organizations every month and CCI ranks right at the top!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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March 17, 2010
1 person found this review helpful
I have watched first hand as a friend raised several dogs as a puppy raiser and then watched her turn them back over to CCI for further training. I have seen the patience and love she gave to these pups. The support she got from CCI as she raised them was awesome. She is able to hand over her trainee every time because she has seen the wonder of these dogs bonding with someone whose lives they can change so dramatically. I have also had the honor of being an adoptive mother to a trainee dog that was released from the program and to see CCI's concern and care over who they let adopt these release dogs. They care about ALL the dogs they breed, not just the ones that go on to make companion status and to me that says it all!
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Completely dedicated to the breeding, training and placement of the dogs.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About once a year
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2001
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March 17, 2010
1 person found this review helpful
I have been involved with many nonprofits in the past, and CCI has been by far the best. I am a Volunteer Puppy Raiser. I have been raising Maude II for more than a year now, taking care of her on a daily basis, making sure she's healthy, and teaching her the 30 basic commands. CCI has been incredibly supportive, giving me monthly feeback and answering questions as they arise within the day. Everyone I have met both locally and at our regional office in Oceanside, CA, has been kind, helpful and dedicated to excellence. I have had such a wonderful experience that I've applied to raise a second puppy and cannot wait for his/her arrival. I can't say enough good about CCI...they are truly a wonderful organization.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
that everyone is giving and genuine.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
incredible! These people take on the care and training of a puppy for over a year and shoulder the expenses themselves so someone can get a service dog. CCI is the only organization I'm aware of that gives these dogs without charge to those in need.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
raise and train more service dogs, improving the lives of many more people with disabilities.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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