Empower Assistance Dogs

07/02/2025

We always love to give a shout out to the businesses that support us! What a great way to celebrate your Pal! We’ve booked and would love to see you there.
What are you waiting for….take the opportunity to share some great food with good friends 🤩

Celebrate Your Day-One Pal 💕
Who’s been there through thick and thin? Your nan with her endless wisdom? Your bestie who always has your back? Or your work wife who keeps you sane?

🌸 Palentine’s High Tea is the perfect way to show them how much they mean to you. Treat them to Italian-inspired flavours, bubbly, and an afternoon full of love and laughter.

📅 Saturday, 15th February
⏰ 12 PM - 3 PM
💸 $59.90 per person

🔗 Book now to make them feel special: https://www.lacasettaitalian.com/palentines-day

06/02/2025

Today’s panel discussion at the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) impact people with disabilities that work within or wish to work within the film and television industries. We also discussed the benefits of professionally trained therapy dogs to offer support on sets. Thank you to the amazing audience who attended today and recognised the importance of this topic. Huge thanks to Kayrooz for hosting this panel 🙏🤩 supported by Screen Queensland

14/01/2025

Have you registered to attend the upcoming Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) Festival at HOTA on the Gold Coast? It's the biggest Screen Festival in Australia!

From February 5–9, the AACTA Festival promises five unforgettable days packed with experiences celebrating the best of film, television, and digital media. This weeklong celebration features a diverse lineup of events designed to inspire, entertain, and connect, with activities for everyone from industry professionals to pop culture enthusiasts. Presented with the support of Screen Queensland, there are a wide variety of sessions and events to attend!

We'll be there with one of our Therapy dog and handler teams and Tracey Murray will be on the panel along with Rachel Kayrooz, Knox Gibson and Steph Dower for the presentation: Beyond Tokenism: Paths to an Inclusive and Accessible Industry.

11/01/2025

Hummingbird House 🏡 we appreciate the support you provide to your guests and their families…..there when you are needed the most! Our handlers and therapy dogs are always committed to attending and giving support. Love this pic and thanks for sharing!

Thanks to Brisbane Broncos for supporting these visits!

Bluey and therapy dog Joker make one dynamic doggy-duo 🐶 Flashback to when Bluey stopped by for Hummingbird House’s 8th birthday! Though we wish we could have Bluey at the House every day, at Hummingbird House, we’re lucky to have therapy dogs like Joker who provide comfort, emotional support and lots of puppy cuddles for guests and siblings. A big thank you to Empower Assistance Dogs for bringing the joy of therapy dogs to everyone at Hummingbird House! 🐾💜

24/12/2024

As the magic of Christmas fills the air, we want to take a moment to send love and warmth to each and every one of you. This is a season of togetherness, joy, and reflection—a time to cherish the people who bring light to our lives and to celebrate the blessings we share.

Whether you're surrounded by family, friends, or finding comfort in the beauty of quiet moments, may your heart be filled with peace and your spirit lifted by the wonder of the season. Let us remember the power of kindness, the joy of giving, and the hope that brighter days are always ahead.

Wishing you a day filled with laughter, love, and all the things that make your heart smile. May the glow of Christmas lights and the melodies of the season remind you of the beauty in the world and the connections that make life so precious.

From our heart to yours—Merry Christmas and a New Year brimming with happiness and endless possibilities! 🎄✨❤️

Photo courtesy of Kylie, James & Bella Eden puppy raisers of Empower candidate assistance puppy 'Bailey'

20/12/2024

An early morning start to attend the final BNI meeting for 2024!

Thanks for the invite BNI Corporate 🎅🏼🎄
Corpoate

12/12/2024

There have been so many issues for dog and handler teams trying to access these services. Let's hope this is a step in the right direction to making real change.

10/12/2024

Thanks for the nice story on our wonderful therapy dog and handler teams. They do such important work to support the lives of others and we're very proud of them all 🧡

05/12/2024

Wow 😮 just downloaded the new Petbarn app…….this is definitely going to make ordering a lot easier! Oh and they have a Pet AI section too where you can ask pet related questions…can’t wait to give that a try. Loads of great features. Nice work Petbarn!

27/11/2024

Alan and Coco are a wonderful Empower Therapy Dog team and it's wonderful to have great feedback from the impact that they make when they do their therapy visits. Thanks to Patinos Personal Lawyers for funding these visits to Logan Hospital - what a fantastic way to give back to the community by making an impact on wellbeing and mental health for patients and staff.

🐾 A ‘pawsome’ act of generosity is bringing monthly visits from Empower Assistance Dogs to Logan Hospital!

Thanks to a kind-hearted local, Alan and his lovely Labradoodle Coco paid their first visit to wards 2M, 6A, and the Children's Inpatient Unit, spreading smiles and tail wags everywhere.

Volunteer Coordinator Kylie Mott said, “I’m not sure who enjoyed it more—our patients or the staff!”

Keep an eye out for Alan and Coco next month as they continue to ‘pawsitively’ brighten our hospital! 🐶✨

24/10/2024

Really happy to be able to support Mentor Course and Retreat with with therapy dogs—Choppa, Chilli, and new assistance dog recruit Suni by discussing the benefits of canine therapy and how they contribute to resilience, focus, and overall well-being.

The Resilience Shield program, developed by Dr Dan Pronk, Ben Pronk and Tim Curtis is designed to equip participants with evidence-based tools for thriving in stressful environments. The retreat, set in the serene Tamborine Mountain, Queensland, combines leadership, teamwork, and resilience-building activities that challenge participants both mentally and physically.

Therapy dogs like Choppa, Chilli, and Suni play a crucial role in enhancing psychological safety and reducing workplace stress. By promoting emotional regulation and increasing social connection, these dogs support mental well-being and foster resilience—a vital component of a productive and healthy workplace.

Reach out if you're interested in finding out how therapy dogs can form a valuable part of your overall resilience, wellbeing and psychological safety program.

08/10/2024

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