The Sixth Section of the Southern Maryland Heros and Heroines Series is a deserved recognition to some of the people who provide valuable services for our Southern Maryland Residents. In particular, I'd like to start with Kathy Sirois at Guiding Eyes for the Blind, a group of "Extraordinary People Creating Exceptional Guide Dogs" in Southern Maryland. I would also like to highlight Lee Ann Stedman, who founded and operates an Elder Care Business in Southern Maryland, Circle of Care, LLC. Post 6 of a 7 part Series Southern Maryland Unsung Heroes and Heroines would not be complete without mentioning these local Heroines!
If you are searching for information on Guiding Eyes for the Blind in Southern Maryland, or the Bay Region in Maryland, or would like to locate a puppy raiser in Southern Maryland, contact Kathy Sirois at www.Volunteer.guidingeyes.org or EMail her at wcsirois@aol.com . She is an experienced 8 year "puppy raiser "volunteer in both Anne Arundel and Calvert County. Kathy is a puppy raiser for each service dog for roughly 14 months. Upon completion, the puppies go to the Yorktown Heights, New York Kennels which is the location where the pups continue training until they are certified to become a dog for Guiding Eyes for the Blind.
Guiding Eyes for the Blind is one of the largest guide dog organizations in the country. They breed and raise all their own dogs to be used as guide dogs. There is no charge whatsoever for the trained pup provided the new owner is certified blind or visually impaired. Kathy is a total volunteer who received training at a four week class but continues to go to training classes every week with her Bay Region Group in Bowie. Kathy socializes and teaches the pup good manners so they are welcome in society. The dogs are Labs, Goldens and German Shepherds. The dogs never fail; they just instead have career changes such as bomb sniffing, arson detection, and police duty. The dogs sometimes also work with wheelchair patients and autism children. If you are interested in becoming a puppy raiser, contact Kathy Sirois of Guiding Eyes for the Blind. Or, if you need a trained pup, Kathy is raising her 7th dog, Dudley, a yellow Lab who most assuredly will receive his diploma with Kathy's professional training. Puppy Raisers are needed desperately to maintain Guiding Eyes for the Blind as a charity. Kathy volunteers for Guiding Eyes for the Blind because it is a FREE Charity and because this organization strives to give independence to the visually impaired. Kathy will bring Dudley for a visit to explain to various groups the services these four legged angels provide and to demonstrate what they are trained to do for their companions.
To continue with Post 6 of a 7 part Series Southern Maryland Unsung Heroes and Heroines, if you are looking for Elder Care in Southern Maryland, you have discovered a rare gem with Lee Ann Stedman at Circle of Care located in Prince Frederick, MD. Lee Ann Stedman opened her Southern Maryland Elder Care business, Circle of Care, LLC in Southern Maryland in 2001. Circle of Care is dedicated to helping you keep your loved one in a family home environment. The Caregivers assist with activities of daily living including companion care, housekeeping and personal care. There are roughly 75 caregivers available to serve in the Southern Maryland. The staff and caregivers have completed reference checks, skills assessment, and a criminal background check. All services provided, or clients, receive an ongoing needs assessment monthly by a staff nurse and case manager. Circle of Care is bonded, insured and duly licensed by the State of MD Office of Health Care Quality.
Circle of Care, which provides Elder Care in Southern Maryland, has serviced hundreds of families in the last 7-8 years. Circle of Care works with Alzheimer's and Hospice Patients. They are experienced to handle, with compassion, the unique challenges of both of these groups. They are available 24-7 and will provide services that range from live in to just a few hours a week.
Circle of Care, which provides Elder Care in Southern Maryland, brings the unique perspective that Lee Ann took care of her own Mother for six years while raising her family. This provided insight and understanding into the challenges families face by juggling their own lives and the responsibly of care giving. Lee Ann considers it a blessing that families invite her into their lives for this special season and values the trust each family places in her Southern Maryland Elder Care business, Circle of Care.
Circle of Care, which provides Elder Care in Southern Maryland, is unique because they are a small company which means each client receives special attention. Circle of Care establishes a relationship with all the families they serve. Also, Circle of Care, LLC in Southern Maryland is adaptable for the specific needs and services and schedules of each family or client. Circle of Care in Southern Maryland prides itself on the fact that they do not take over, they just assist with the gaps. Visit www.mdcircleofcare.com or call 410 257-1900 or EMail Info@mdcircleofcare.com for more information for Elder Care in Southern Maryland.
I'll be adding to Post 6 of a 7 part Series Southern Maryland Unsung Heroes and Heroines along the way, but these two Southern Maryland Heroines pave the way!
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