The Paws on Reading program partners youth being served by the various Crosswinds Youth Services programs with a trained and certified therapy dog. The identified youth and therapy dog meet twice a week for the reading session. The program includes ten reading and therapy dog sessions. Youth will learn improved reading and communication skills, basic dog grooming and care skills and, most importantly, relationship-building skills in a loving, safe environment. Upon completion of the program, the youth will receive a certificate of completion, complete with a photo of themselves with the therapy dog, a paw print, and a brand new hardback book.
Crosswinds has a special Paws on Reading Therapy dog team. Luke of Crosswinds and Jasmine of Crosswinds are Registered & Certified Therapy Dogs.
Jasmine, CYS Therapy Dog
Luke, CYS Therapy Dog
These very special dogs undergo a series of intensive testing and training sessions to assure that they have the appropriate temperament and training. Two other dogs complete the Crosswinds team of four Therapy Dogs. The one-on-one experience with a dog is a powerful tool in helping a child to read.
A child who can read is a confident child.
Want more information? Call 321-452-0800, ext. 146 or click here.
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