Service Dog Acquisition
Provided by: OSICAN
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Service Description
Operates a service dog program for Military, Veterans and Public Safety Personnel individuals who are experiencing OSI (Operational Stress Injury) and PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). Find out more about the target demographic on the website.
Provides financial aid for those who are in the target demographic. The acquisition and training cost per dog is approximately $25,000.
NOTE: Operational Stress Injury (OSI) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) sometimes comes with crippling fears and anxieties that make it impossible for frontline workers to go out in public. Service dogs are used to ensure their handler’s safety and health. Additionally, they can restore the ability to perform routines and activities without incident or problem.
Eligibility
Military, Veterans and Public Safety Personnel who: 1. Meet the criteria of being one of the target demographic</a>; 2. Are diagnosed with an OSI (Operational Stress Injury) and/or PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder); 3. Hold a doctor's prescription for a Service Dog.
Application Process
Contact for information.
Fees
The majority of services come at no cost to the individual. Some fundraising by the Service Dog recipient may be required.
Toll-Free: 1-888-495-6068
Business Line: 306-552-3801
Hours of Operation
Hours are scheduled accordingly with Facilitator availability and building availability.
Service Website
www.osicansk.ca/service-dog-acquisition
Facebook
www.facebook.com/osicanrecover/
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Coverage Area
Saskatchewan
Languages Offered
English
OSICAN
Address
2702 12th Avenue
Regina SK S4T 1J2
Get Directions
OSI-CAN office is located in Building belonging to Canadian Mental Health Association Saskatchewan Division.
Mailing Address
2702 12th Avenue
Regina SK S4T 1J2
View services at this location
- Healing with Horses Reset Event
- Indigenous Land-Based Healing Program – Sweat Lodges (2 locations)
- Service Dog Acquisition
Location Info
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Phone will still be answered after hours and on weekends by staff of OSI-CAN.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access - designated parking spaces; Wheelchair access - front or side or back doors; Wheelchair access - ramps; Wheelchair access - washrooms (at least one); Wheelchair access - call for details.
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