Dogs for Development CIC

A non-profit organisation providing support and educational engagement to those who are autistic.

How it can help

Provides and offers:

  • individual and group canine assisted therapy to promote one to one and group human-animal interactions for vulnerable children and/or adults with learning disabilities and/or autism
  • fully interactive sessions for mainstream children at schools to improve behaviour and social interaction skills, whilst enhancing educational engagement
  • therapeutic agility classes to strengthen the bond between dog and handler
  • sensory storytelling for those with learning disabilities

Age

All ages.

Eligibility

Adults and children with learning disabilities, and/or autism, and/or EBD, and/or mental health.

Low-attaining children in mainstream settings.

How to access

Contact by phone or email.

Opening hours

Monday: 9:00-17:00
Tuesday: 9:00-17:00
Wednesday: 9:00-17:00
Thursday: 9:00-17:00
Friday: 9:00-17:00
Saturday: 9:00-17:00
Sunday: Closed

Special need

Sensory processing needs
Learning disability
Social, emotional and mental health
Autism

Area(s) covered

Colchester
Tendring

Can siblings without SEND also attend

No

Cost

Free.

Is the service available online?

No

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