Could Your Cat Be a Therapy Cat? 5 Reasons and 5 Steps to Get Started! When people think of therapy pets, dogs may be what comes to mind first, but cats can also be just as capable and calming for youth in need of their support! A therapy cat can provide comfort, joy, and emotional […]
Why Making a Will Matters & How You Can Leave a Lasting Legacy
Why Making a Will Matters & How You Can Leave a Lasting Legacy Did you know that two out of three Americans don’t have a will? According to a 2024 survey by Caring.com, the most common reason people give is that they simply “haven’t gotten around to it.” But making a will is one of […]
Mentoring Youth and Inspiring Excellence: Volunteer Sue & Therapy Dog Addie
Mentoring Youth and Inspiring Excellence: Volunteer Sue & Therapy Dog Addie At Gabriel’s Angels, our Best in Show value means we act with transparency, celebrate outcomes, and highlight the real results of our mission. That’s why we’re proud to recognize one of our exceptional volunteer teams, Sue Reed and her therapy dog Addie, for being […]
Like a Cloud: A Therapy Dog Poem by Cynthia Sometimes, the impact of a therapy dog is best captured not in numbers, but in poetry. Cynthia, a thoughtful young girl in one of our Paws for Resilience groups, recently surprised her volunteers, Joanne and Carly, with something truly special: a heartfelt poem about York, the […]
Calm Companions: A Mindful Partnership for Arizona Youth
Calm Companions: A Mindful Partnership for Arizona Youth Gabriel’s Angels is proud to announce a successful pilot of Calm Companions: Integrating Mindfulness into Pet Therapy, an innovative new collaboration developed with Mindfulness First. Originally, teachers were nervous about students missing class time this close to state testing. Now they are so excited to see their […]
Therapy Dog Team-Up: An Unexpected Connection Brings Double the Love
Therapy Dog Team-Up: An Unexpected Connection Brings Double the Love It started as a typical pet therapy visit for George and Therapy Dog Tralee. They had made similar visits to behavioral health centers before, and although emotionally challenging at times, they were always up to the task. Tralee’s soft, feathery coat would brush against […]
Would My Dog Be a Good Therapy Dog? As animal lovers, we often marvel at the unique ways our furry companions bring joy, comfort, and connection to our lives. If you’ve ever wondered whether your dog could share this gift with others as a therapy dog, you’re not alone. [Read related: What’s the Difference? Service […]
Meet Katy Hansen, Director of Development Katy Hansen joined Gabriel’s Angels as the Director of Development in October of 2024. With over 30 years of experience in communication, media, fundraising, business development, event planning, and education, Katy brings a wealth of knowledge to our team. Katy started her nonprofit journey in 2018 as the Director of Development […]
Puppies and Purpose: How Pet Ownership and Volunteering Can Transform Your Retirement and Inspire Youth
Puppies and Purpose: How Pet Ownership and Volunteering Can Transform Your Retirement and Inspire Youth Did you know investing in a puppy during retirement can be one of the most rewarding decisions you could make? Not only do pets offer companionship, purpose, and numerous health benefits, but they also open the door to meaningful volunteer opportunities […]
Children and Dogs: Six Tips for Success On top of already having a great temperament, the dogs you see in our pet therapy programs go through a lot of training and testing to earn their Therapy Dog Registration through nationally recognized certifiers. [Read related: What’s the Difference? Service Animals, Therapy Animals, and Emotional Support Animals.] […]
