Great Cause Spotlight: Capital Caring Companion Pets

HELP US SUPPORT THE 1.5 MILLION VETERANS WITH DEMENTIA

Now in our 45th year of operation, Capital Caring Health was one of the first hospice and advanced illness care providers established in the U.S. in 1977. 

Our Mission from the beginning as a non-profit is caring for all - regardless of their ability to pay.

Beginning in 2022, we are spearheading a national drive to provide every Veteran suffering from devastating dementia with a companion robotic dog or cat - free of charge.

These Pets are proven in numerous clinical studies to provide joy and comfort to dementia sufferers including reducing agitation and preventing depression and loneliness. In many cases medications can also be reduced. 

The Pets interactively react to human touch, movement, and voice like real pets. As we like to say, no need to feed or walk or clean up after them - just enjoy their LOVE!

We are seeking donations to provide the first 100,000 pets to Veterans suffering from Dementia. To learn more or donate go to capitalcaring.org/companionpets. 

DON’T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT-BELOW ARE RESPONSES FROM THREE RNS SENT TO THE VETERANS ADMINISTRATION ABOUT THIS PROGRAM:

"The robotic pets are wonderful and a true companion for our residents. Thank you very much for the robotic pets and the support of this wonderful program." 
From Amanda Miller, RN at Salem, VA Home for Veterans.

"One of the Vets who has received so far is convinced this is his cat from home and is totally attached!" 
From Megan Harling, RN at Perry Point Home for Veterans.

"I received 4 cats and 4 dogs delivered to my office. At the moment, two of the residents with Dementia have received 1 dog each. The first resident began smiling and continuously patting it on the head and rubbing its back. The other resident held his hands out and embraced the dog with a hug and smiled. Engagement with the dog seems to calm him down." 
From Cheryl Acree, RN at Veteran Home in Richmond, VA