To cater to ( conflict low bermel chords properly knew cookies trains, qualifies and supports therapy dogs for the purpose of giving loving and empathic support nursing homes, hospitals, psychiatric wards and other facilities. One of the biggest efforts by the Bright Dog teams is the Waggin' Tales Reading Program with the St County Library System. The Reading Program is designed to help children increase their reading skills. We are a volunteer animal visitation group serving over 20 facilities County. Our main focus is animal assisted activities and animal assisted therapy work mostly among the aging population. We also visit physically, mentally and developmentally disabled individuals. 2003 marks our 18th year as a volunteer service organization. All of our members are registered with Pet Partners and follow Pet Partners's policies and procedures. Brevard Therapy Dogs is a small group of therapy dog teams registered nationally with Therapy Dogs, Inc. We are located Brevard County, and currently visit assisted-living facilities, nursing homes and a hospital. We are a group of volunteers based out of Jupiter, FL who regularly visit the sick and elderly at hospitals and assisted living facilities Jupiter, Tequesta, Palm Beach Gardens and West Palm Beach following Pet Partners's policies and procedures. We do regular visits to local hospitals, LTC facilities; participate Special Olympics, and visit day camps for ill children SCTD is the largest and oldest organization of registered therapy dogs on the Space Coast. Check out our up-to-date web site for anything you need to know to get started with us. Independent and Therapy Dogs, Inc. 111 Redbud Drive Interlachen, 32148 E-mail: blstarke The president, Judy has 33 years experience therapy dog volunteer work. The dogs bring the gift of to nursing homes, hospitals, schools and other facilities. Help us to reach others world wide by joining our organization. Paws for Smiles, Inc. 8831 NW 14 Street Pembroke Pines, FL 33024-3720 Contact person: E-mail: pawsforsmiles Paws for Smiles, is a registered Not for Profit Charitable Organization. We are group of volunteers, dedicated to bringing smiles and unconditional to nursing homes, hospices, hospitals, schools, etc. South through registered therapy dogs. All dog handler teams are members of Therapy Dogs, Inc. a national pet therapy organization, following their policies and procedures. There are no membership fees required to join and get tested evaluated with Paws for Smiles. We 't believe charging people to volunteer, we give out of the kindness of our hearts. Share-A-Pet is a national organization providing pet assisted therapy to nursing homes, rehabilitation facilities, hospitals, childrens' centers and other care facilities. While it started and has volunteers there, it is spreading nationally and, as of Dec 05, has 150 members and pets serving 50 care facilities. While this organization is currently primarily New England and, California. We would like to qualified Share-A-Pet teams spreading within care facilities every State. A Ministry of Church combining people and pets ministry. We visit local nursing homes the Cape area the first Saturday of each month to be Jesus with skin on. Pets must have a gentle, reliable character, have up to date rabies vaccinations and pass a free Temperament Testing held at Church various times of the year. We would for you to join us. It is such awesome opportunity to make a difference lives such a short period of time. Dog, Inc. joins together children, school staff and caring volunteers and their certified therapy dogs to address emotional, behavioral, physical and academic challenges. Dogs and their handlers work with children groups, one on one, and the classroom. These services are targeted based on referrals from school staff. Volunteers using the special bond between the animal and the child provide friendship, tutoring, emotional support and motivation. Be Therapy Dogs Ministry, Inc. is all volunteer, non-profit organization, who participates animal-assisted activities ?Turning Frowns Upside Down? for people, from children with special needs, to elderly persons with limited mobility. Our objective is to form a network of caring individuals who are willing to share their special