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My Story

In 2019, I was involved in a serious workplace accident that resulted in a permanent traumatic brain injury. This injury affected areas of my brain responsible for balance and cognitive function. Despite years of rehabilitation, my balance has not improved. As a result, I have experienced multiple significant falls, many of which have led to further injuries and required surgical intervention.

After careful assessment, my medical team has strongly recommended the use of a mobility service dog. They believe that a professionally trained service dog would significantly reduce the frequency of my falls by providing real-time balance support, as well as improve my overall safety and independence.

Following this recommendation, I applied to Kingston 4 Paws Service Dogs, a reputable charitable organization that provides highly trained service dogs to individuals with disabilities. After reviewing my medical history and application, and attending my residence for a home visit, I was approved in 2026, to receive a mobility service dog. In addition to mobility support, my service dog will also be trained to assist in managing my PTSD symptoms, both during the day and at night.

Organizations like K4Paws rely entirely on donations to continue their important work. The cost of raising and training a mobility service dog can exceed $25,000, reflecting the years of specialized training required to ensure each dog can safely and effectively support its handler.

Receiving a trained mobility service dog will be life-changing. It will provide me with greater confidence and stability, helping to prevent falls and reduce the likelihood of further injuries or surgeries. More importantly, it will allow me to regain a level of independence and quality of life that has been difficult to maintain since my accident.

I am so grateful to have been accepted into the program by K4Paws and I am committed to engaging in fundraising efforts so that others in similar situations can have the same life-changing opportunity I have been given. My ability to receive this service dog is only possible because of the generosity of donors who have supported K4Paws over the years and it is my desire to continue with that “pay it forward” philosophy.

Please donate today to help me reach my fundraising goal. Every donation helps regardless of its size.

Thank you for reading my story,

Edward

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