Maddie's Weekly Community Conversations will not hold a call in observance of Veterans Day on Monday, November 11, 2024. We will see you again for the next Community Conversation on November 18th for the conversation on "Exploring Pet Inclusive Transportation Options to Increase Access to Veterinary Care."
The following message is from the Community Conversations Steering Committee:
This Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to all veterans and their families for their courage, dedication, and sacrifices. We will be taking this day to acknowledge these dedicated individuals for their service.
You can learn more about the origin of Veterans Day directly from the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): History of Veteran's Day | Veterans Affairs YouTube Channel
In honor of Veterans Day, we encourage you to explore how animals play a significant role in supporting veterans' mental and physical health. Check out this article by Paws LA that highlights the positive impact pets can have on veterans - Pets and Vets: How Animals Help Ex-Service Members Improve Their Mental Health.
Check out this previous Community Conversation with Dr. Terry Morris focused on uniting veterans with dogs with the goal of improving and saving lives, by providing companionship and help with a mental or physical disability. Watch Vets to Vets United Weekly Community Conversation
You can also support veterans by helping them keep their emotional support animals at home. Watch these two important talks by HEART LA, which address gaps in emotional support animal documentation for vulnerable communities:
And, join us on Wednesday, November 13th from 9am-1 pm PT (12 pm-4 pm ET) for Camp Maddie: Pet-Inclusive Housing.
Lastly, consider special promotions such as waived fees or discounted adoption rates for veterans in your community. Many organizations offer discounted or waived fees for veterans during the holiday season. Learn more here: Special Adoption Rates for Veterans.
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