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At Ability Dogs 4 Young People, we believe every person deserves support and independence to lead fulfilling lives. Our mission is simple but powerful: to train and match incredible dogs with disabled people, transforming their lives with the support, confidence, and emotional connection that only a dedicated Ability Dog can provide.
Why Our Work Matters
From helping with mobility to offering emotional support, our Ability Dogs make a world of difference. Every dog is trained to meet the specific individual needs of their Recipient, whether itās a young person navigating the challenges of daily life or developing confidence and reassurance to increase independence and develop social connections.
But training these life-changing dogs is a costly and long-term commitment. That's where YOU come in.
These dogs donāt just change livesāthey make the impossible possible.
ā Carol Court, Founder of Ability Dogs 4 Young People
Meet Willson
Willsonās journey is a perfect example of the impact our work has. Recently featured on the BBC One Show, Willson is on a mission to showcase just how much our Ability Dogs can do for those in need. Willsonās story continues now he is back home and back to the fun of training to be a lifeline for someone with a disability.
Willsonās training will help him make a profound difference in someoneās life. Thanks to your support, we can continue this vital work.
ā Catherine Eriksson, Ability Dogs 4 Young People
What Your Donation Will Do
Every donation, big or small, makes a direct impact on the lives of those we serve. Here's what your generosity helps us achieve:
Ā£10 provides a puppy collar, setting the foundation for a life-changing partnership.
Ā£50 covers the cost of food for an Ability Dog for a month.
Ā£200 helps cover the cost of specialised equipment to ensure the Ability Dog meets the recipientās unique needs.
Every pound you donate helps us provide the tools, training, and support enabling our Ability Dogs to continue transforming lives.
"My Ability Dog helps me to do things I would never have normally been able to do...and she gives the best cuddles too!" ā Recipient of an Ability Dog
Join Us in Giving Thanks to Ability Dogs 4 Young People
This campaign is part of the BBC's One Big Thank You to Carol Court, the founder of Ability Dogs 4 Young People. Carolās vision and tireless work has made it possible for so many disabled individuals on the Isle of Wight to live fuller, more independent lives with the support of an Ability Dog.
By donating today, youāre supporting the incredible work of enhancing the lives of disabled people, being undertaken by Carol and her dedicated team of staff and volunteers on the Isle of Wight.
The support from people like you allows us to continue training these incredible dogs. We canāt thank you enough for believing in our mission.
ā Carol Court, Founder of Ability Dogs 4 Young People
How You Can Help
Make a donation:
Every contribution helps us reach our goal of training more Ability Dogs to serve those in need.
Fundraise for us:
Start your own fundraising page and encourage friends and family to get involved!
Spread the word:
Share this campaign with your networks and help us raise awareness of the life-changing work we do.
Thank You for Your Support!
Your donation helps make our work possible ensuring that more disabled individuals can benefit from the companionship and support of an Ability Dog. From all of us at Ability Dogs 4 Young People including the dogs themselvesāthank you for being a part of this journey!
Website: www.abilitydogs4yp.org.uk