HIV and Animals - More than just a Pet

As companions, pets do so many wonderful things; from fuzzy friends to emotional supports. We invited our guests to share how having a pet or service animal has improved their quality of life while living with chronic disease.
 
Positively Speaking is a project by Casey House hospital, visit our website to learn more.

Special thanks again to David Matta for audio engineering season 2 of Positively Speaking,  and Nick Nausbaum for composing the music.

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Additional Resources:

Toronto Humane Society -  "We are operating and exploring new service models for Veterinary Care, Operating Preventative Wellness Services, Dental Care and Spay/Neuter services to clients in need."

Toronto Humane Society Urgent Care Program–“ Urgent Care is a response-based, preventative program, offering temporary foster care for pet owners experiencing a short-term crisis which impacts their ability to care for their pet.”
 
Toronto Animal Services - The City of Toronto and the Toronto Humane provide a wide variety of free pet goods and services to unhoused people with pets.

Balance for Blind Adults - provides rehabilitation services for people with sight loss.
 
Lions Foundation of Canada Guide Dogs - Lions Foundation of Canada Guide Dogs empowers Canadians living with disabilities to navigate their world with confidence and independence, by providing a Dog Guide at no cost and supporting them in their journey together. 

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