Pet Therapy Volunteers Have Big Event June 3rd in Wilton Manors
Canine Assisted Therapy, Inc. (C.A.T.) (www.catdogs.org) headquartered in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida is a non profit 501(c)(3) organization which provides certification and placement of therapy dogs and their handlers into nursing homes, hospitals, group homes, schools and where there is a need for the companionship of a dog.
Presented by Canine Assisted Therapy, Inc. and with facilitator, Laura A. Weber, M.S., LMHC, this important program will be presented on Thursday, June 3, 2010 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. The event will be held at Independence Hall - Recreation Room located at 1639 Northeast 26th Street in Wilton Manors, Florida.
Who should attend?
Pet Therapy Volunteers
Family Members and Caregivers of Individuals receiving Pet Therapy Services
Social Workers Therapists, Counselors, Psychologists, Nurses
Behavioral Health Administrators
Teachers, Guidance Counselors, Special Education Personnel
While designed for Pet Therapy Volunteers, behavioral/healthcare professionals and other youth service providers are encouraged to participate!
Professionals should RSVP by contacting Laurie Weber at (863) 243-1087 or laweber@htn.net .
Professionals must mail the $35 Registration Fee to:
Laura A. Weber Mental Health Associates, P.A.
Postal Box 1791
Lake Placid, Florida 33862
3 Continuing Education Credits will be provided by CTC, Inc., State Department of Health/Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling; Provider AHCA/BAP120; Florida Certification Board, Provider #15
Topics being covered:
An introduction to the provision of Animal Assisted Therapy in various Youth Services settings.
Potential benefits for the general population, as well as children with special needs including developmental, emotional and physical disabilities, language and communication issues, at-risk family and environmental concerns.
The role of various professional disciplines in Animal Assisted Services program.
An overview of program - diverse environments, needs and animal companions.
Participants will gain a better understanding of these programs, needs of the individuals and their families, ways to better communicate with children and young adults and create a comfortable environment for the animal assisted interaction.
Cost: $15.00 for C.A.T. Members; $35.00 for Non-C.A.T. Members
All registration fees are non-refundable. Register at:
https://events.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e2vlvu7ef0d7d375
C.A.T. is distinguishable from other pet therapy organizations because of the extensive testing of the dogs to insure proper temperament for therapy work, placement of volunteers in facilities, and overall support of volunteers.
Canine Assisted Therapy
Joanne Jurgle, Asst. Director
954-319-3170
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