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Service Dogs - People with Reduced Mobility

AKA: Mobility Service Dogs
Provided by: Mira
Financial Assistance

Provides free service dogs to help people with mobility impairments be autonomous. The guide dogs assist people with their daily lives and are trained to pick-up objects on the ground, serve as a support or rest and pull a wheelchair.

A three week training course is required to be completed, beginning with a half-day evaluation with a physiotherapist and dog coach. All training is done in Quebec. Accommodations and meals are provided. If a child is attending, parents are also housed.

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Service Description

Provides free service dogs to help people with mobility impairments be autonomous. The guide dogs assist people with their daily lives and are trained to pick-up objects on the ground, serve as a support or rest and pull a wheelchair.

A three week training course is required to be completed, beginning with a half-day evaluation with a physiotherapist and dog coach. All training is done in Quebec. Accommodations and meals are provided. If a child is attending, parents are also housed.

Products specifications
Eligibility:Eligible applicants must:
-Have permanent impaired mobility
-Have a significant and persistent movement impairment
-Have an up-to-date medical record (Please download the medical report and have it filled out by your doctor before proceeding with your request)
-Be able to care for your dog
Fees:No fees
How to Access:Download the medical report form from the website, have a doctor complete it and then email the application
Documents Required:Doctor completed medical report
Language:English * French
Website:www.mira.ca/en/programs/guide-dog-mobility-impairment
Coverage Area:Prince Edward Island * Nova Scotia * New Brunswick * Newfoundland and Labrador * Quebec * Ontario

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