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Canines for Disabled Kids

Service Dogs

65 James St, Ste 210, Worcester, MA 01603

Eligibility
Scholarship Recipient Requirements:
  • Child must be under the age of 18 years old at the time of placement with their service dog
  • Child must have a physical or psychological disability or be in the Autism Spectrum
  • Child must be accepted by an Assistance Dog International member or an International Guide Dog Federation member or other qualified training program prior to applying for scholarship - must show proof of acceptance by providing a copy of the acceptance letter
  • Applicants must complete a Canines for Disabled Kids (CDK) application for scholarship funds - this document is available by request to the CDK office or online·
Application process
Applications for scholarships will be considered semiannually.
Fees
There is no fee for this service.
Site Service Area

Nationwide

Other Information

Payment

  • Free / no cost to eligible clients

Specialization

  • Children and/or youth with disabilities
  • Disabilities
Provides trained service dogs or funding for service dogs that help a person with mobility, independence and/or communication. MORE INFORMATION Provides children with a physical disability, psychological disability, or who are on the Autism Spectrum with scholarships for service dogs. Scholarships will be paid directly to the training organization, on behalf of the approved service team, after the client and dog have completed training and completed three-month successful partnership after the training.
Last Update
11/06/2025
Providing organization
Canines for Disabled Kids
Canines for Disabled Kids