What is independence to you? Do you turn lights on/off without assistance? Can you dress unaided? Do you run, swing, participate in social activities without fear of seizures? Everyday children and teens living with a variety of disabilities need tools to live their lives independently. 

For many, a service dog is the perfect addition to their tools. Service dogs are highly trained with specific tasks and skills to increase independence while working unobtrusively in all environments. Fetching dropped items, helping to dress, turn lights on/off, alerting for diabetes or seizures, assisting in dressing or doing the laundry - these are just a few on the tasks service dogs do everyday. Independence is something we all deserve. 

As a member of the Board of Directors of Canines for Disabled Kids, I have witnessed the valuable work the organization does to educate the public about service dogs and to help kids and teens afford the service dogs they need to live with independence.  

In December I will be repelling down the side of a local office building to raise money for this worthy organization.  Help me go Over the Edge!