Some people have been wondering what a service dog will do for Bennett. Here are our hopes.
Bennett has no vision in his left eye after an unsuccessful cornea transplant, and has 20/200 vision in his right eye with congenital glaucoma, so it could worsen as time goes on. Because only one eye is working, he has no depth perception and making his way around in new situationswithout his cane, which he only uses on occasion, is difficult. His occupational therapy sessions have been getting less successful lately because if he can't see something, he just gives up, lays down on the carpet, and tells his therapist he is tired and it's time for her to leave. With him being 3 soon, and school eventually starting for him, we need to do something for him now. He is a social child, but goes into complete panic mode if he doesn't know where Rick or I am at all times. If there are large groups, he refuses to walk among the crowds but insists on being carried. It is a confidence issue. We are hoping a service dog is exactly what could help him in situations like this.
With frequent visits to the eye doctor and possible eye surgeries in the future, Bennett needs to know he has someone that will be on his side, someone to help him stay brave, someone he can hug when things just aren't going his way, and someone to help him believe everything will be o.k. When life gets rough, and it will for a child with a disability, he will have Journey. She will be his "Forever Friend." I have seen and heard first hand what service dogs do for children, how they improve a child's quality of life, and I am filled with hope for Bennett's future with Journey.
Thank you to all who have donated to Custom Canines. Without you, Journey would not have been possible. We have been blessed. To anyone that is still interested in sending a donation, here is the information:
Custom Canines
6610 Fieldwood Rd.
Madison, WI 53718
General donations are welcome, but if you would like your donation to be specifically earmarked for Bennett and Journey, please indicate that on the check.
Bennett has no vision in his left eye after an unsuccessful cornea transplant, and has 20/200 vision in his right eye with congenital glaucoma, so it could worsen as time goes on. Because only one eye is working, he has no depth perception and making his way around in new situationswithout his cane, which he only uses on occasion, is difficult. His occupational therapy sessions have been getting less successful lately because if he can't see something, he just gives up, lays down on the carpet, and tells his therapist he is tired and it's time for her to leave. With him being 3 soon, and school eventually starting for him, we need to do something for him now. He is a social child, but goes into complete panic mode if he doesn't know where Rick or I am at all times. If there are large groups, he refuses to walk among the crowds but insists on being carried. It is a confidence issue. We are hoping a service dog is exactly what could help him in situations like this.
With frequent visits to the eye doctor and possible eye surgeries in the future, Bennett needs to know he has someone that will be on his side, someone to help him stay brave, someone he can hug when things just aren't going his way, and someone to help him believe everything will be o.k. When life gets rough, and it will for a child with a disability, he will have Journey. She will be his "Forever Friend." I have seen and heard first hand what service dogs do for children, how they improve a child's quality of life, and I am filled with hope for Bennett's future with Journey.
Thank you to all who have donated to Custom Canines. Without you, Journey would not have been possible. We have been blessed. To anyone that is still interested in sending a donation, here is the information:
Custom Canines
6610 Fieldwood Rd.
Madison, WI 53718
General donations are welcome, but if you would like your donation to be specifically earmarked for Bennett and Journey, please indicate that on the check.
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