Autism Service Dog for Jacob
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Jacob Hill is a loveable five year old boy with bright captivating eyes and a contagious smile. At first glance, he appears just like any other rambunctious little boy. However, in just a little while, you'll notice that Jacob struggles to verbalize his wants and needs well. He not only has difficulty following commands, he has no sense of danger and is prone to wandering. This is because Jacob has autism.
As Jacob's Nana, I see first-hand the constant fear that his mom and dad live with knowing that he is always at risk. There have been several intsances in which Jacob bolted from his caregivers and immediately ran toward the street. As with many children with autism, Jacob is innately drawn to water and moving cars. Despite his challenges, Jacob is a promblem-solver, making him an excellent escape artist! As a result, someone must be assigned to holding on to Jacob to ensure his safety. Consequently, his mom and dad never rest physically or emotionally. And, Jacob doesn't get to have the independence that every little boy deserves.
After many tears and much research, my daughter discovered Autism Service Dogs of America (ASDA). As an answer to countless prayers, Jacob was accepted into the service dog program. While tethered to the autism service dog, Jacob will be able to walk alone, giving him that needed independence. Jacob's service dog will protect him from running off and will be able to relieve his anxiety by applying deep pressure upon command. An added blessing is the companionship that the dog will provide Jacob, who struggles to make connections with other people.
The cost of training a dog for almost two years to become a certified service dog, who will accompany Jacob everywhere, including school, is $13,500. The program will not begin this training until the money is raised. Please join me in raising the money to bless Jacob with a live-changing service dog.
Thank you so much for your consideration.
Susan Garcia, Jacob's Nana
All donations will go directly to ASDA, a non-profit organization, and are tax-deductible. If you would like a receipt, please email Cret or Allison.
As Jacob's Nana, I see first-hand the constant fear that his mom and dad live with knowing that he is always at risk. There have been several intsances in which Jacob bolted from his caregivers and immediately ran toward the street. As with many children with autism, Jacob is innately drawn to water and moving cars. Despite his challenges, Jacob is a promblem-solver, making him an excellent escape artist! As a result, someone must be assigned to holding on to Jacob to ensure his safety. Consequently, his mom and dad never rest physically or emotionally. And, Jacob doesn't get to have the independence that every little boy deserves.
After many tears and much research, my daughter discovered Autism Service Dogs of America (ASDA). As an answer to countless prayers, Jacob was accepted into the service dog program. While tethered to the autism service dog, Jacob will be able to walk alone, giving him that needed independence. Jacob's service dog will protect him from running off and will be able to relieve his anxiety by applying deep pressure upon command. An added blessing is the companionship that the dog will provide Jacob, who struggles to make connections with other people.
The cost of training a dog for almost two years to become a certified service dog, who will accompany Jacob everywhere, including school, is $13,500. The program will not begin this training until the money is raised. Please join me in raising the money to bless Jacob with a live-changing service dog.
Thank you so much for your consideration.
Susan Garcia, Jacob's Nana
All donations will go directly to ASDA, a non-profit organization, and are tax-deductible. If you would like a receipt, please email Cret or Allison.
Organizer
Allison Duhon Hill
Organizer
Atascocita, TX
