How can I get a service dog?

PO3 Violet Smith — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 19:57:59 -0500

mst and chronic depression

Response by PO1 H Gene Lawrence made Dec 4 at 2019 7:59 PM

PO1 H Gene Lawrence — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 19:59:33 -0500

COL Mikel Burroughs May have a contact for you!

Response by 1SG Steven Imerman made Dec 4 at 2019 8:04 PM

1SG Steven Imerman — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 20:04:42 -0500

If you are anywhere near SW Missouri, we have a local group called K-9s for Camo out of Rogersville. They take rescue dogs, train them in behavior utilizing prisoners in classes at the Fordland prison. They provide support dogs to vets who need them at no cost. It's good for the dogs, good for the prisoners, good for the vets. This is their Facebook page- https://www.facebook.com/K9sforCamo/

If you need more help, let me know. I met John Lopez, the guy who runs the place, just day before yesterday.

K9s For Camo

K9s For Camo, Rogersville, Missouri. 3,200 likes · 356 talking about this · 23 were here. Created by a veteran for a veteran. Our founder, John Lopez, was a Combat Engineer and served in Afghanistan...

Response by Lt Col Charlie Brown made Dec 4 at 2019 8:16 PM

Lt Col Charlie Brown — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 20:16:41 -0500

Try Vet Dogs or Paws for Purple Hearts

Response by PO3 Phyllis Maynard made Dec 4 at 2019 8:35 PM

PO3 Phyllis Maynard — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 20:35:14 -0500

PO3 Violet Smith many therapists have information on organizations that can assist because therapists do recommend service dogs for patients so they have outreach to resources.

Response by LTC Jason Mackay made Dec 5 at 2019 12:10 AM

LTC Jason Mackay — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 00:10:30 -0500

Have you tried working through the DAV? Also saw this https://www.military.com/benefits/2017/05/19/va-service-dogs-mental-health.html

VA Program Provides Service Dogs To Veterans With Mental Health Issues

VA pilot program that seeks to provide service dogs to veterans with mental health issues needs applicants

Response by SSG Paul Montgomery made Dec 5 at 2019 12:11 AM

SSG Paul Montgomery — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 00:11:17 -0500

I live in Portland OREGON unimployed can't work ( PTSD, Injuries ) I would love a service dog to go places with, sometimes I feel alone.

Response by PO2 Albert Robbins made Dec 5 at 2019 2:09 PM

PO2 Albert Robbins — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 14:09:57 -0500

Start with an interview with your VA primary care physician. Also, do a google search for service dog agencies in your area. For example, mine is VSDO, Grand Rapids Michigan. They could probably hook you up with someone near you. I got lucky. The PTSD almost had me, when a concerned individual donated a Dachshund puppy and help from a trainer to me. Now, Buddy is my constant companion who keeps me from giving up. I can tell from here that you need a Service Dog. Look, seek, ask, don't stop until you make objective.