rainbow news - Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy
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rainbow news - Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy
RAINBOW NEWS RAINBOW NEWS Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy, Inc Fall 2008 IT’S BACK TO SCHOOL TIME AND RAINBOW GEARS UP FOR ITS FALL SCHOOL PROGRAMS! WELCOME BACK TO ALL OF OUR SCHOOLS AND STUDENTS RETURNING FOR FALL SESSION 2008 RAINBOW’S CRISIS RESPONSE TEAM VISITS NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY TO PROVIDE THE COMMUNITY WITH ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY On April 23, 2008, Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy’s Crisis Response Team, led by Rainbow member, Mary Ramsden, provided animal assisted activities to the Northern Illinois University community. In a letter to Rainbow, Elizabeth Garcia, Ph.D., of NIU, wrote, “Several members of their team...interacted with students, faculty, and staff outside academic buildings, and residence halls. At the end of the day, the team attended a “National Stress Out” event, a program that provides healthy activities for students to help manage their stress at the end of the semester. In my observations, the team provided students, faculty and staff an opportunity to interact with the dogs in a way that allowed them to experience a sense of relief, calmness, and safety.” She goes on to say, “We received positive feedback from the community and have received numerous requests to offer additional animal assisted activities in the future.” In fact, Rainbow has already been invited back and is grateful to have been given the opportunity to An NIU student is comforted by Sadie, a Rainbow Crisis Response Dog. demonstrate how effective our Crisis Response Team has proven to be. Many thanks to the CRU team: Mary Ramsden Suzanne Richter Nancy Lind Julie Weertman Dottie Hemrick LeAnn Spencer Joan Lester Cindy Nauer Jeanne Liedtka Marilyn Abbey June Goritz NIU animal assisted pin given to our CRU team In this Fall’s issue… Rainbow CRU team at NIU Share the Magic Fall Classes & Schedules Upcoming events Speakers Bureau Website makeover Donations What are our school programs saying about Rainbow? The Rainbow dog therapy teams “work on the children’s IEP goals by incorporating skills into their time together. The gross motor skills of walking, independent sitting, reaching and throwing perfectly align with our goals…” Mrs. VandeHey, Sp. Education, Gray Sanborn School, Palatine SHARE THE MAGIC—A RAINBOW VOLUNTEER’S STORY by Judy Bennett All of us who work with Rainbow believe that what we do is very special. We often say that it’s always great and sometimes magical. With this issue of the newsletter, we’re starting a new feature… an opportunity to share that magic. We’re asking you to send us your stories of that special time. We’ll publish these as well as some of the great feedback we get from the teachers, parents, and staff members that work with our teams. I’ll start by sharing one of my favorites. I was working at Solomon School with some special needs youngsters. We started a new session that included a 5 or 6 year-old named “Jonah” who was terrified of my Bichon, Zoe. After a good deal of screaming and much careful work, Jonah would touch the tip of a finger to Zoe. But as we walked away in the hallway, Jonah ran to the door and yelled “GO AWAY AND DON’T EVER COME BACK AGAIN!” The second session was also challenging but Jonah advanced to really petting Zoe with just a small bit of coaching. Still as we left, Jonah was at the door, yelling “GO AWAY AND DON’T EVER COME BACK AGAIN!” By the third session, Jonah was feeding Zoe. One of Jonah’s classmates admonished him with “You need to be nice to Zoe because we like her.” Jonah again ran to the door as we left, but this time he yelled “THANK YOU FOR COMING!” I glowed all day. To share your story, send an email to: Judy Bennett at bennett-judith@sbcglobal.net. We may not be able to publish all of the stories we get, but we’ll love hearing from you. Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy, Inc. is an Illinois 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization RAINBOW NEWS FALL CLASSES AND SCHEDULES INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY CLASSES Learn how to train your dog to become an Animal Assisted Therapy Partner. Your dog should be at least 6 months old and familiar with basic obedience commands (sit, down, stay, etc.). The course includes instruction on hand signals, getting your dog to work for others, and an introduction to the games used in our therapy work to help improve/enhance verbal and motor skills. Register early! $60 FEE for 6 hours of instruction. Pre-Registration is required •• TUESDAY-SOUTH Peace Memorial Residence 3200 W 101st St. Evergreen Park IL Tuesdays 10:00-11:30 am 4 – 1-1/2 hr sessions Sept 23 – Oct 7 & 21 – Nov 4 •• WEDNESDAY–NORTH Rainbow AAT 6042 Oakton Morton Grove IL 60053 Wednesdays 6:45 – 7:45 pm 6 – 1 hr sessions Sept 17 – Oct 1 & 15 & 29 – Nov 5 & 19 DROP-IN CLASSES The class includes an introduction to apparatus and medical equipment (wheel chairs, walkers, etc.) used by the special kids we visit. Also taught are, development of therapy dog skills, socialization, specialized obedience skills, grooming tips and dog activities (tricks, etc.) used to motivate the special kids to reach their goals. Special efforts are made to discuss and share skills and ideas, which will enhance each team’s work at their therapeutic sessions. Two sessions to choose from! Both sessions are held at our facility in Morton Grove. 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm OR 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm No Charge for members, applicants and their dogs. $10 Charge for Guests. Proof of inoculation required. FLYBALL CLASSES •• WEDNESDAY–NORTH Rainbow AAT 6042 Oakton Morton Grove IL 60053 Thursdays 1:00 – 2:00 pm 6 – 1 hr sessions Sept 18 – Oct 2 & 16 & 30 – Nov 6 & 20 Flyball is a four dog relay race between competing teams. One dog from each team, racing side by side, must go over four jumps to the start/finish line where the next dog eagerly waits. •• SATURDAY- NORTHWEST K-9 Playtime Inc 403 Washington Blvd – Unit 1 Mundelein IL Saturdays – 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Sept 20 – Oct 4 & 18 – Nov 1 4 – 1-1/2 hr sessions This exciting sport is open to any breed of dog 9 months or older. Most dogs can learn Flyball because it combines activities they love to do: chase, jump, catch, and retrieve. •• SATURDAY – SOUTH Seguin Services 3100 S Central Cicero IL Saturdays – 10:00 – 11:30 am Sept 20 – Oct 4 & 18 – Nov 1 4 – 1-1/2 hr session •• SUNDAY – SOUTH* Apollo Recreation Center 12521 S Kostner Ave Alsip, IL 60803 Sundays 1:00 – 2:30 pm 4 - 1-1/2 hr sessions Sept 21 – Oct 5 & 19 – Nov 2 Classes are held at: Rainbow AAT 6042 W. Oakton Morton Grove, IL 60053 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 7:30 p.m. 7 classes per session $45.00 per session (single class/guest training $10.00) Rainbow members $30.00/session (2nd dog $5.00) Contact Nancy Lind at 773-283-1129 or rainbow3719@gmail.com *Note: special 2-step registration procedure for Alsip class ***Note-special registration procedure for Alsip class – contact Alsip Park District For registration call– 708-389-1003 - specify for Rainbow AAT class. (Please-also call Dorida King to let her know you have registered and for confirmation information) Questions on our Intro to AAT classes? Contact Dorida King at dhking4@yahoo.com or (773) 736-9021 for more information OR go to our website at www.rainbowaat.org and download a registration form. If you are interested in volunteering for Rainbow contact our Membership Director Robin Simborg at : rainbowaat@gmail.com or 773-383-1153. Membership info can also be found on our website at www.rainbowaat.org Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy, Inc. is an Illinois 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization RAINBOW NEWS DONATIONS IN MEMORY OF… Karin Anderson (Carol Doberstein) Cathy Cousins (Alice Gibberman, Rosemary Treacy) “Mist” Davis (Robin Hart, Nancy Lind) “Ely” Hall (Grace Vogt, Nancy Lind) Harriet Hudoba (Michael Cole) “Sam”Kaplan (Elisabeth Payne) “Yogi” Krasno (Denise & James Hopp) Richard Mann (Charlotte Projansky) Sylvia McDaniels (Carol Nolan) “Harley” Mylander (Denise Hopp) Thomas Napady (Carol Nolan) “Blazer” Nuween (Denise Hopp) “Dolly” Perejda (Monida Grandona, Reba, & Teddy, Nancy Lind) “Bill the Cat” Ricketts (Marilyn Abbey) “Comet” Rosenbush (Debby & Curtis Levy) “Wrigley” Tifany (Marilyn Abbey, Nancy Lind) RAINBOW’S NEW SPEAKERS BUREAU? We encourage organizations to learn more about Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy and our programs throughout the Chicago area. To schedule a speaker, accompanied by a registered therapy dog, contact: Susan Burrows (847) 297 3942. Donations appreciated. IN HONOR OF… Maryon Gray’s retirement (Charles, Caryn & Sander Brissman, Nancy Lind) Bruce Woyna (Benji & Peanut Swire) HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO…. Robert Lando’s 2nd Birthday (Carole Koller) RAINBOW’S UPCOMING EVENTS & SHOWS HOPE TO SEE Y0U THERE! RAINBOW’S AKC GOOD CITIZENSHIP TESTING DAY Saturday, September 13th 10:00 am—2:00 p.m. Rainbow AAT site at 6042 W. Oakton, Morton Grove, IL 60053 Cost: Members $10.00 Non-members $20.00 Cost includes: 1) AKC Testing, 2) AKC registration form to obtain official AKC certificate for all that pass, 3)bake sale goodies and 4) information tables for current information on various dog service organizations/companies. SPECIAL ONE DAY SEMINAR -- ELIMINATING THOSE 3 PESKY PROBLEMS -Pulling on leash -Coming when called -Avoiding things on the ground PLUS Building better communication with your dog buddy. Saturday, September 20th 2:00-3:30 p.m. Cost: Members: $15.00 Non-members: $20.00 Contact Nancy Lind to pre-register: 773-283-1129 OR rainbow3719@juno.com RAINBOW’S WEBSITE GETS A MAKEOVER! After much anticipation, Rainbow has finally launched its new and improved website. With a fresh new look, easier navigation, and more information, the reviews have been very positive! Visit the new site at www.rainbowaat.org and check it out. More features such as different ways to donate, upcoming Rainbow events and a member only section will be rolled out in the months to come. Stay tuned… Rainbow’s website design by: Hannah Jennings Design www.HannahJennings.com RAINBOW’S ANNUAL BENEFIT—”A NIGHT AT THE RACES” Come join us for a fun evening of harness racing, cocktails, dinner & raffle! Friday, October 24th Maywood Park Racetrack Post-time: 7:20 p.m. Cost: $30.00/person SAVE THE DATE!! Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy, Inc. is an Illinois 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization RAINBOW NEWS Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy, Inc. FALL 2008 BACK TO SCHOOL 6042 West Oakton Street Morton Grove, Illinois 60053 Address Correction Requested Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Chicago, IL Permit No. 2312 Post master: Dated Material! Please deliver promptly! Phone: 773-283-1129 Fax: 847-581-0233 Email: rainbowaat@gmail.com Web: www.rainbowaat.org President: Nancy Lind OUR MISSION STATEMENT Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy is an organization that works with trained, registered therapy dogs to help people, especially children, and those with special needs to improve their health, activities of daily living and quality of life. We are volunteers working with and handling our own dogs. We develop training and registration programs to prepare dogs and handlers. We work in facilities such as schools, hospitals, residential centers, and park districts throughout the Chicago metropolitan area. We develop programs to meet the needs and goals of each facility. SUPPORTING RAINBOW ANIMAL ASSISTED THERAPY YES - I WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A DONATION TO RAINBOW AAT (Please check option below) In memory In honor of SPONSOR A PROGRAM: Birthday/Special Greeting Crisis Response Unit K-4 Dog Safety General Donation Other Dog Apprehension classes YOUR NAME _________________________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS __________________________________________________CITY/ST/ZIP _________________________________ TELEPHONE ____________________________________EMAIL: _________________________________________________ NAME OF CARD RECIPIENT:_______________________________________________________________________________ RECIPIENT’S ADDRESS:________________________________________________CITY/ST/ZIP________________________ AMOUNT OF DONATION $ __________ Check enclosed (payable to Rainbow AAT) VISA MASTERCARD CARD NUMBER: ____________________________________________________________EXP. _______________________ SIGNATURE: _______________________________________________________________DATE_______________________ Mail this form and payment to: Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy, 6042 W. Oakton St., Morton Grove, IL 60053 An acknowledgement will be sent both to the donor and the recipient of the donation YOU CAN ALSO DONATE ON OUR WEBSITE AT www.rainbowaat.org Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy, Inc. is an Illinois 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization