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A service dog for Brigitte, an army veteran in Ottawa
After eight years of service, Brigitte is raising funds for a trained service dog and handler course.
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I served eight years in the army and was discharged in 2023 with post-traumatic stress. I have been waiting seven months for support, and meanwhile I'm sleeping at my brother's place.
I have a plan: a trained service dog and handler course. The quote I have comes to $4,400.
I'm receiving counseling through the veterans' clinic and am committed to my recovery. Structure and a stable place to live are the missing pieces.
I'd be grateful for any help and will share updates on how I'm doing.
I'll post invoices, with personal details hidden.
Where the $4,400 goes:
• Essential household items: $450
• Housing deposit and first month: $1,650
• Training provider fees: $2,300
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is there anything that isn't money that would help Brigitte?
Thank you. If you're in Ottawa I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks for looking so closely.
You're not alone. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Blessings
Rooting for you, Brigitte. Your post was clear and honest. I hope May is when things finally get easier.
thanks for sharing this. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings
Shared it with a few friends. Love from Zaria.
Rooting for you. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Sent it to 22 people at work. Love from Polokwane.
Thanks for sharing this. Looking forward to the next update. Wish I lived closer to Leicester so I could bring a meal. Thinking of Ottawa.
Sending strength. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. God bless.
good luck, Brigitte. Your post was clear and honest. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.