Apr 20, 2014 - Explore Maggie Jewett's board "Southeastern Guide Dogs" on Pinterest. The feel Good Friday you Tube videos also are great representations of how this not for profit works. This amazing vision and leadership has all been achieved through donations from some very caring, generous people, and corporations. Volunteer 07/31/2019. 08/07/2019. As a volunteer I feel grateful to be part of this organization. Professional with expertise in this field Here at Dog O’Day, we know the pawfect name is one of the most fun and (impawtant) parts of getting a new puppy.So it’s fun to dig into the Southeastern Guide Dogs most popular dog names list and look into the etymology, which will come from Bruce Lansky’s 1998 book The Very Best Baby Name Book in the Whole Wide World, … As a volunteer we are able to help them with caring for the dogs at different stages in their growth and training from birth to graduation. Iâm also amazed at the countless volunteers! I feel very lucky to be a part of it all! cathyglen The current plan is for two events in 2021. Chuck Bishop, bartlett It is truly a non-profit that deserves recognition for their continued contributions to so many facets of society. The first day
upon arrival is when you meet the rest of your six student
class, and let the trainers get to know everything about
you. Southeastern not only accomplishes it mission but exceeds it every single day. As an Ambassador team we represented Southeastern both on and off campus, participating in events, speaking engagements and visiting schools, nursing homes and hospitals.Without question, Southeastern Guide Dogs is in a nonprofit class by itself...World Class! The school provides us puppy raisers with all the help and support we need to turn in happy, well socialized puppies who are ready to move on to the next phase of their training. Ellen V.1 https://www.facebook.com/southeasternguidedogs/videos/3877387772281785 I will recommend this school to others, too. T hanks to a new program started by Southeastern Guide Dogs, with the help of Fromm Family Pet Food and Elanco preventatives, long-term health care for active guide and service dogs is being provided free of charge to visually impaired recipients and veterans with post-traumatic stress … I am so proud and honored to be a part of a great organization. Client Served Volunteer Client Served I became involved and I was, and still am, amazed at what they do. If you can help in any way, I hope you will. ljp80us Southeastern Guide Dogs is an impressive organization with an impressive campus. I was an
empty vessel walking amongst people who I considered
an enemy, and a threat towards my life. I highly recommend Southeastern Guide Dogs to anyone looking for a place to donate time, resources or money! Give Now My husband and I first came to the SEGD campus in 1984. 07/30/2019. We are currently raising our 2nd puppy for the school which has been so rewarding! Russell Smith, Army Veteran and service dog Mustang, CAMPUS dmhess Thankful for the ongoing support I have through Southeastern Guide Dogs as well. SEGD changes lives one pup at a time. Southeastern Guide Dogs is a very unique and special organization that provides service dogs to the blind as well as Veterans. I have learned about most aspects of the work done with the dogs to train them to the point of knowing 40 commands to help legally blind human being. When I was 17 I joined the U.S. Marines and
deployed to the Sangin district of Afghanistan for 10
months. The mission statement guides the organization which is evident with each staff member you meet and work with on campus. The love and attention I give to them is returned to me tenfold. From breeding and raising them to training these magnificent animals for visually impaired people and service men and women who need that someone special in their lives. MattFug And who doesn't LOVE to play with puppies?!?!? Sandra W.4 Volunteer We placed 11 skilled companion dogs with children with vision loss, and placed 17 dogs into public service for further scent detection training. The facility is top notch, volunteer program is extremely well run, the facilities are clean, and the dog training is thoughtful consistant and geared towards the dogs comfort and happiness. 06/20/2018. 07/31/2019. I began this year puppy raising and have been so blessed to get to know such wonderful people and dogs affiliated with an amazing guide dog school. I am a two-time puppy raiser and avid supporter. I was blown away at how large they have grown and how how many volunteers there are along with professional workers. The entire management team and Board members shepherd the dollars they are given with upmost fiscal responsibility.We expanded our service dog training to include our outstanding military veterans who now suffer PTSD. I quickly saw first hand why they received all of these reviews and most importantly that all of them were true and not made up by people paid to post positive reviews. 12/17/2020, Rating: Everyone is amazing and the dogs never cease to bring a smile to my face. This is just a wonderful, positive place! I have been volunteering there for over 3 years and witness the gift we give to the blind and PTSD sufferers on a weekly basis! Scott R.4 I've spoken to veterans with PTSD who can't seem to forget the memories of Afghanistan, Iraq, and even Vietnam. All of our services—which include selective breeding and expert dog training; comprehensive on-campus student instruction; and the most robust alumni support program in North America—are provided at no cost to recipients. Their shoulders lift; they sleep through the night; and they travel and go and do and be and LIVE. It's a lot of work and love, but so worth it, and the organization has incredible support for Puppy Raisers! ASkulsky Thank you to all of the volunteers, puppy raisers, and team members at Southeastern Guide Dogs. I have been so blessed to have them in my life and providing me with the best new battle buddy in the world. I signed up to be a Puppy Raiser, and am absolutely thrilled with my decision. Happy dogs - happy people! slhpag This is a great organization. All of us support each other never taking our eye off the overall mission of training world-class dogs that support the vision impaired and our veterans with disabilities. Bravos to the staff! So much passion and energy goes into bringing these dogs to people that need them, blabla1 01/30/2020. They say that Disneyland is the happiest place on Earth but I respectfully disagree and think that Southeastern Guide Dogs, Inc. is the happiest place in the Universe! linkinprofile.com/seguidedogs. Our experts train guide dogs, service dogs, and skilled companion dogs for people with visual impairments, veterans with disabilities, and children with significant challenges such as vision loss or loss of a parent in the military. Joel F.2 One morning a week I work at Canine University with three wonderful ladies and we are proud to be known as the "super-duper cleaning quartet"! Training Kennel) for over a year and I love spending time with the dogs and staff on Saturday mornings. As an employee of Southeastern Guide Dogs for many years, I can attest to the integrity and trustworthiness of the organization. Here at Southeastern Guide Dogs, it's often said that we transform lives, one dog at a time.Truth. A friend suggested Southeastern Guide Dogs and said they might need volunteers. No government funds are used and ALL dogs are provided free of charge - including continued follow up visits. I have been honored to have personal relationships with several SEGD Graduates and have learned first hand how their lives - and that of their families - have been changed for the positive. Donor jimcliff 07/30/2019. The pups that we have had pass thru our lives have been a blessing. Terry G.1 Before treatment began, I was transferred to Wounded
Warriors Battalion on Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. SEGD is second to none in how they support, communicate, educate and show genuine appreciation to their volunteers. Volunteer Every puppy and dog are so well taken care of and every staff member/trainer and volunteer take their roles seriously. The staff and volunteers are so involved and have created a great community that shares a bond over our love for animals and of course helping these awesome puppies become super heroes! Everything they do âpays it forwardâ, in a never ending miracle. Thankfully, it wasnât up to me; it
was in the hands of the licensed physician who provided
me with the answer to my prayers, and the start to getting
my life back. We employ some of the most talented and innovative scientists and trainers in the working-dog industry and operate the most advanced training facilities of any service dog organization in the world. I love him with
all my heart, and I owe him my life. Volunteer Volunteer 07/30/2019. A special thanks to
Southeastern Guide Dogs for saving my life by bringing
me together with, my best friend, Hooch. 10/05/2020. I soon learned that they also provided specially trained dogs for veterans dealing with PTSD in the Paws for Patriots program. As a new volunteer I am just blown away by all that goes into the making of these wonderful "hero" dogs and all by donation only. I have been volunteering at Southeastern Guide Dogs for over five wonderful years. The leadership in place has a passion to help people, to help dogs find their best unique place, and to pursue the mission with excellence. It has given me value to my life and amazing life to those we have helped. My new guide has given me the confidence to walk out my front door unafraid for the first time in 10 years. The facility itself is gorgeous. Jan A.2 Outstanding program for the recipients and everyone involved in making it happen. This organization is non profit, ADI accredited school. 12/26/2018. 07/30/2019. Client Served Volunteer Long story short, I am now 26 years old
and over the course of treatment I have been prescribed
to 46 different medications and a max of 15 a day. Everything about him was, and still is,
perfect. Learn more at www.GuideDogs.org. I highly recommend that you apply to volunteer and/or financially support Southeastern Guide Dogs. 11/03/2020. Pictured is Jello, the one-year-old female black goldador and future Southeastern superhero that I am raising. We placed 54 guide dogs with people with vision loss and 31 dogs into careers benefitting veterans. The positive energy that flows in and around this organization pulls you in to be involved in making a difference in the lives of those individuals in need of a guide dogs or service dogs. I just graduated with my fourth guide dog. Client Served From the moment I arrived at the Southeastern Guide Dog campus, everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. Rather, they recognize how much value we contribute to the organization not to mention how much money we save them in payroll and benefits. The care that is shown to all is above and beyond . Their dogs touch the lives of everyone they interact with from volunteers, puppy raisers, students, and people in the community. 07/30/2019. Creating world-class #guidedogs for the #visuallyimpaired and #servicedogs for #veterans with disabilities. 07/30/2019. This short video encapsulates our mission in a few powerful minutes. 07/30/2019. What a rewarding experience! We rely 100% on private donations. To give us a state of the art facility. Health, True story - I work at Southeastern Guide Dogs and one of my roles is to interview each person with their new dog and then write a short bio about each one. As someone who's been around the military for my professional career and supporting those who serve, I developed a keen awareness of their sacrifice and how important it is that we take care of those who've made the sacrifice for our nation particularly those that now need extra help in their daily lives. Penne24 02/28/2019, I began volunteering with SEGD in November of 2018. pian I
began feeling happiness again, when I thought there was
no such thing. He was another living life form, and possible target if
he were to approach me in any way I found aggressive. The staff of Southeastern Guide Dogs will release the hounds and velvety bundles of energy to interact with you all. All my hard work is rewarded when I go to the Puppy Academy and to bathe puppies! Everyday is enjoyable, I highly recommend this to anyone who wants to volunteer in an awesome setting, raising dogs to become future heroes. It is a wonderful feeling to know that I am helping change someone's life and having fun in the process! Southeastern Guide Dogs is located in in Palmetto, Florida, about 45 minutes south of the Tampa Bay area, and the school was founded in 1982. Good tears. Their mission, their professional approach to running Southeastern, their true appreciation of and for their many volunteers, are a few of the reasons why Southeastern is an outstanding nonprofit organization. I also work with my husband (Joe Ligi) weeding and keeping all the gardens in good order! 06/26/2018. Southeastern provides all their services absolutely free of charge. I eased into a volunteer role as a Puppy Sitter, giving respite to Puppy Raisers and have sponsored 9 pups or students since my early involvement After 7 years, I made the leap to Puppy Raiser. My brother John who is my idle
and inspiration for many things, wasnât my brother in my
mind. At that time the âcampusâ consisted of one building and some walking paths. No more running my fingers along the wall or counting steps. HEART4labZ It my time volunteering, I've seen the singular dedication to mission of the professional staff and volunteers to support this community. The service dog trainers are amazing, extremely knowledgeable, caring, loving and become your newest best friends by the time the class is over. Southeastern Guide Dogs transforms lives by creating and nurturing extraordinary partnerships between people and dogs, throughout the United States. He said, "you don't seem to understand, two weeks ago I never thought I would see the inside a mall again in my life now I am standing here with you in front of Macy's. Needless to say, we were blown away by the transformation from a single to building to a true campus. Thank you for everything,Terry Greenfeder, sallyberryman Southeastern Guide Dogs is the best place to volunteer. To watch the heartwarming tale about Pip and underdogs everywhere, visit the Southeastern Guide Dogs … To my understanding, not one single building on this magnificent campus is built without having the funds in hand prior to start of construction. I am currently raising my 4th puppy for SEGD. This
may remind you of a lab rat, or a guinea pig if you will. This is the ONLY not-for-profit that I've ever worked for or with that does not accept any federal, government or grant funding. Drugs and alcohol became a
necessity for me to function in everyday life. Over 1.8 million nonprofits and charities for donors, volunteers and funders, Florida > Palmetto The dogs that come out of Southeastern Guide Dogs' programs are top level, professional working dogs that change and save lives every day. Karen H.21 I hope that anyone who loves dogs, appreciates the struggles of the sight impaired and the service of our many veterans, with get involved. As a female, I make sure to wear waterproof mascara before interviewing them, because often when they begin to get teary and misty, I can't help but cry myself. I've never experienced a more dedicated and enthusiastic staff and that transfers easily to their volunteers. The main reason that I selected this nonprofit organization was because of all of the positive reviews they have received online. 03/02/2020. Volunteer All of Southeastern Guide Dogsâ servicesâwhich include selective breeding and expert dog training and conditioning; comprehensive on-campus student instruction; and lifetime alumni supportâare provided at no cost to the recipients. The school was very young then with huge potential. The staff here were awesome. 07/30/2019. I came to know Southeastern Guide Dogs from living nearby at Tree Lakes RV and resort in Palmetto Florida. I feel strongly that my volunteering responsibilities contribute to the making of a SEGD superhero! Southeastern Guide Dogs is a Animal Rights, Welfare, and Services charity located in Palmetto, FL. After taking a tour of Southeastern's Palmetto Campus in 2015, I knew I had to become a part of this amazing organization. The service dog trainers at SEGD picked a beautiful Goldador named Sasha as my new battle buddy, I could not be happier and she starting changing my life from the day I met her 20 days ago. 4210 77th St. East That's amazing!As a volunteer I get the privilege of providing help to allow the staff members to do more than they normally would be able to do. Melissa Twomey, microbiologist The dogs are loved dearly and placed with their âforever personâ with the utmost care. Visit a DOGPerfect location in Lakewood Ranch, University Park, or … Knowing these precious pups will go on to enhance the lives of those in need is so heartwarming. Leslie J. R. Students get to stay in their state of art dorm rooms which is equipped with its on mini fridge, Amazon Alexa, full bathroom, flat screen TV, closet and Central Air. Volunteer Great organization pursuing a great mission. First
step: Medication. While I was working, I served on a number of non-profit boards none of which ran their organizations like this one. 10/05/2020. I want to thank Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc. And all the sponsors, donors and everyone else that make all this possible for us vets. It is a vision shared by all of the Volunteers and Employees. This is a fantastic organization that cares about veterans and want to help. Wonderful ! Southeastern Guide Dogs is truly a world class state of the art training facility for both Guide dogs and Service dogs. This out pouring of generosity has allowed us to update thirty year old buildings that were bursting at the seams. Volunteer https://www.mapquest.com/us/florida/southeastern-guide-dogs-4728178 I called it a âcoping mechanismâ. They really do change peopleâs lives. They are never more than a phone call away. They put the welfare of their dogs and their students before anything else. Volunteer 03/05/2019. 11/03/2020. Southeastern Guide Dogs has served people with visual impairments and veterans for more than 35 years. alyssaevanspr cathyglen Volunteer The staff goes above and beyond to help and educate volunteers in every area of the campus, working with loving dogs is the best of the best. Client Served I like that the departments continue to do research and advance how we can raise service dogs better or quicker. Truly blessed to have them in our local area! Walkathon is Southeastern Guide Dogs' largest fundraiser of the year and proceeds help us breed, raise, train, and match our amazing dogs with people with vision loss, veterans with disabilities, and children with significant challenges such as vision loss or the loss of a parent in the military. I was intrigued by his story and that of SEGD. tinamd My new best friendâs name was
âHoochâ. After I joined this group. Tears of amazement and hope and renewed expectancy and confidence.It is an absolute privilege to see the incredible transformations and the difference a dog makes. The facilities are way modern, clean and beyond ecxpectations. Volunteer My first impression upon arriving there put me in awe. Volunteer Puppy pick up is a breeze, and while emotionally hard, drop off is made as easy as it can be. Your gift has changed my life. I have worked as a photographer, Training Center helper, and occasionally bring a dog home for the weekend. With Luna leading my way, I know that my future is bright! My two trainers were the greatest. As a puppy raiser, I meet people all the time who say how much they love Southeastern, or ask how they can be involved. sanler Unlike most best friends, mine
is covered in fur, has a tail that wags like a top notch
propeller, and instead of a handshake he prefers licking
my face until it appears as if I just came out of the shower. School provides students with 3 free meals a day from its onsite full industrial kitchen that staffs cooks with great culinary talent. Little did I know, March 16th would be the day that my
life would change forever. Laura Steven S. The staff works diligently to find the perfect fit for every volunteer. It has changed my life. When I retired earlier this year I already knew I wanted to give even more and signed up to become a volunteer. Eye Diseases, Blindness & Vision Impairments, 12/22/2019. Get the inside scoop on jobs, salaries, top office locations, and CEO insights. I had looked at multiple schools and from first phone call Southeastern Guide Dogs was a cut above the rest. Alona F. Southeastern Guide Dogs has the distinction of being dually accredited by the two premier, global accreditation bodies: the International Guide Dog Federation and Assistance Dogs International. Volunteer You really feel the love of the mission when you are on SEGDs beautiful campus. 06/22/2018. The one on one training was awesome. The three weeks I spent at the school changed my life. Our continued volunteer support allows them to place extraordinarily trained Guide and Service dogs to those in need at NO COST and NO government funding. Once you go you will want to be involved. If you want to get away from the negative and experience the positive come visit Southeastern Guide Dogs. 07/19/2019. 100% of their expenses are paid by private donations, so the highly trained dogs can go to loving homes free of charge. After much research, we decided that Southeaster Guide Dogs would be the best school for me to attend. ), attended several meetings to get a good feel for what was required, and it was clear how dedicated all the staff and volunteers were. Discover the freedom to see the world in a whole new way. It does not matter where in the US the student lives, SEGD will support them throughout their working relationship with their dog.