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November
8 - Health South Employee Holiday Fair  
     Middletown, DE
8  -  Sanford Health Fair 
     Hockessin, DE
8 -  J McLaughlin/Greenville Crossing Event
     Greenville, DE
10 -  The Goddard School Fall Festival
     Newark, DE
13  -  DeStress Event - UD
     Newark, DE
15 - Harrington Raceway Employee Resource Fair
     Harrington, DE
16 - DeStress Event - Western YMCA
     Newark, DE
16 -  BARKO Bingo
     Newark, DE
17 -  DeStress Event - Discover
     New Castle, DE
18 -  UD Leadership Conference
      Newark, DE
20 - DeStress Event - Delaware College of Art & Design
      Wilmington, DE
24 - Concord Barnes & Noble Book Fair
      Wilmington, DE
28 -  Wilmington University Pause for a Cause
      New Castle, DE


Interested in joining PAWS? Here are the upcoming Orientation (O) and Training (T) sessions:

Philadelphia, PA
Saturdays, 12:00 PM
O & T: November 11 & 18

Hockessin/Wilmington, DE
Saturdays, 8:30 AM
O & T: December 2 & 16

Newark, DE
Mondays, 12:00 PM
O & T: December 4 & 18

Wilmington, DE
Wednesdays, 4:00 PM
O & T: December 6 & 13

Pike Creek, DE
Thursdays, 5:00 PM
O & T: December 7 & 14


Friday,  November 10, 10:00 AM
PAWS Office, Newark, DE

Many PAWS teams visit with elders, several of whom are in various stages of dementia.  Our Thinking Outside the Box program trains therapy companions to better understand dementia and Alzheimer's, recognize displaying behaviors, while also guiding teams on how to provide the best visit possible to someone following this path. In better understanding why folks are behaving in a particular manner, teams can provide a more personalized visit that supports the elder.  Teams are also able to assist site staff in accomplishing some of the tasks/goals that may become difficult with a person suffering with dementia.
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Tuesday, November 14, 6:30 PM
PAWS Office, Newark, DE

Keri Collins-Mooney teaches this course which is the enhanced version of her Annual Conference workshop. We all grieve, but we do it and feel it in different ways. Learn about the various types of grieving, how to deal with them especially when it's a loss of a pet or the loss of a favorite visitee.
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Wednesday, December 13, 10:00 AM
PAWS Office, Newark, DE

Sometimes petting and brushing your dog isn't enough during a visit. Working for prolonged periods of time with kids or elders sometimes calls for a few extra "tricks up your sleeve." We have created a fun, hour-long class that will give you scads of ideas on easy, simple activities you can incorporate into your visits - with not much more than you already have - a dog, treats, and a few well chosen "things" to bring along.


Whether you are just getting started or you need to work on specific behaviors, we have the perfect class for you!

All courses are held at the PAWS for People Office in Newark. 


Puppy 1 - starts 11/14
Target Training  - starts 11/14
Attention & Focus  - starts 11/16
Therapy Dog Prep  - starts 11/16

The courses listed above are held weekly  (skipping the week of Thanksgiving) and run for a total of 5 weeks.

The following courses run for 5 consecutive weeks:
Puppy 2  - starts 1/9
Target Training - starts 1/9
Attention & Focus - starts 1/11
Therapy Dog Prep - starts 1/11

 
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January 7  - 11:30 AM
(single class, one hour session)

Come learn valuable "tricks" that you and your therapy companion can use while visiting! These are all simple to learn and can add variety to you own repertoire of fun behaviors that can entertain and distract. 

T hank You to Our Sponsors


Feedback Welcome!
Please e-mail Wendy
with suggestions and stories
registration@PAWSforPeople.org
Therapy Camel?
We had a great visit Tonight! Grunt wore his camel costume for Halloween and remembered a few of the residents. 

One man was in an accident and is largely immobile so he invited Grunt to climb onto his bed. Grunt was unable to determine where his limbs were under the blanket but trusted him and laid across him. The gentleman brightened right up and opened up to me about the artwork in his room. I felt like Grunt was really helping him! 

Thanks again for connecting us with Gilpin Hall! Chris, the site contact, is a great host and wonderful to work with on the visit.

Thank you,

Meghan  Gladle
PAWS Member
Join the PAWS for People Team -  Part-Time Office Assistant
Job Summary
Outgoing, professional, detail-oriented, computer-savvy person needed to support staff at a Newark-based nonprofit. This is a 20 hour/week position.
 
Responsibilities and Duties
Duties include performing a variety of routine clerical, reception and office support functions including efficiently using a variety of software applications, performing basic research and reporting results, printing and packing materials for presentations and/or trainings, proofreading materials and making necessary corrections, learning and following standard office procedures including filing and record keeping, and working cooperatively and effectively with staff, volunteers and general public. Additional duties to be performed as needed.
 
Qualifications and Skills
M ust have very strong computer skills including 
Word, Excel, Outlook, have ability to pass basic skills computer test, and the willingness to easily learn new software. Would prefer some experience with Publisher and/or InDesign and a good eye for design. Must be a motivated self-starter, creative problem solver with excellent oral and written communication skills. Also must like cats and dogs.
 
Please submit a letter of interest, resume and availability to  info@pawsforpeople.org
For Members
If you are a member and you attended the Wag-n-Walk, please don't forget to log those hours as "Above & Beyond: Attending a PAWS Event."

Thank you!




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Have you been thinking about adding your therapy companion to PAWS'  wall of fame? If so, now is the time to act and save! During this holiday season (now through December 25, 2017), everyone who purchases a Wall of Fame picture will receive a $5 off coupon good towards a PAWSWear purchase. Coupons redeemable through January 31, 2018.
Get Your 2018 PAWS for People Calendars
The 2018 wall calendars and day planners are now available. You can order yours through the PAWS Shop.
Wall Calendars: 1 for $15 / 2 for $25
Day Planners: $25 each

 
Join Us Tomorrow - J.McLaughlin & Greenville Crossing Event
The Sip & Shop event at  J.McLaughlin  has grown! Neighboring stores will be joining the fun on November 8th from noon to 6:30 PM including: Jacques Ferber,  Indulgence Jewelers ,  Bag and Baggage, Inc. , and  Jewelry Exchange of Delaware . Not only will these stores have special offers during the event, but a percentage of all sales will be donated to PAWS for People! Learn more...
BARKO Bingo - Get Your Tickets Now
Thursday, November 16, 6:30 - 9:00 PM 
Check-in and prize preview begin at 6:30, Bingo begins at 7:00
 
Timothy's of Newark
100 Creek View Rd, Newark, DE 19711  

Featuring 
- Free appetizers
- PAW Draw Tickets (Chinese Auction) 5 for $5 or 15 for $10
- Bonus Bingo with prize valued at $100 ($5 per card)
- 50/50

Purchase tickets by Tuesday, November 14th  and be entered into a special drawing! 

Tickets $20
Includes 5 Bingo Games (3 cards per game) &  Door prize ticket 

The Works $35 
Includes 5 Bingo Games/3 cards per game,  Door prize ticket,  Bonus Bingo Game,  15 PAW Draw Tickets, &  one Special Gift - a jar candle or a wishing bracelet


Join Us at Barnes & Noble for a special Bookfair. A portion of your purchase will benefit PAWS for People. Special vouchers available at the registers ( or print here).

You can also place an order online. Use Bookfair ID 12245775  at checkout.

Barnes & Noble - Concord Pike Location
Friday, November 24, 9am-7pm

Sign up to volunteer at the table or as a therapy team by e-mailing Clarice.
Save the Date - Barnes & Noble Gift Wrapping
PAWS for People's Holiday Gift Wrapping Project will be at three Barnes & Noble  locations this year.

Christiana Mall -  December 8 - 24
Concord Pike -  December 9 - 24
Exton, PA -  December 15 & 16

Therapy Teams are needed for 2-hour shifts. 
Gift Wrappers are needed for 3-hour shifts. 

There are daytime, evening, and weekend opportunities available.
 
This is a great project for students who need community service hours (volunteers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult).

Feel free to share this email with anyone you think might be interested.  We have lots of shifts to fill.

 
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Shining Stars
Aileen Murray, Meisha, & Lucy
Aileen joined PAWS in November of 2012 because she believes in the benefits of a dog's unconditional love. She visits with her sweet girls, Meisha, a Cavachon, and Lucy, a Mini Labradoodle. This team is Masters' Certified and visits Abbey Manor Assisted Living, Beebe Healthcare, Cadia Rehabilitation, A.I. duPont Hospital for Children/Nemours, Southern Elementary School (as a PAWS for Reading team), and Ronald McDonald House of Delaware. Aileen is also a First Visit Assistant, New Team Trainer, and PAWS Office volunteer. What a terrific team!
Jaccquie Cole & Dudley
Jacquie joined PAWS to share her sweet-natured Old English Sheepdog, Dudley. She knew that Dudley would be a great therapy companion! In the two years that have passed since joining PAWS, Jacquie says that he "enjoys people more now than ever!" This Advanced team loves visiting at Southgate Health Care Center and community events like DeStress Events and Book Fairs at Barnes & Noble. What a great team!