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New pooch pad to employ people with disabilities

A new dog day care is coming to Green, Ohio, with the intention of being much more than an ordinary boarding facility.
Constant Companions Doggie Day Care and Boarding, a Hattie Larlham program, doubles as a job placement center for people with mental retardation and developmental disabilities (MR/DD). “In most situations, prior to creating this program, people with disabilities are only able to find positions with low wages based on piece work,” said Rick Parson, Constant Companions regional manger. “At our doggy day care, these workers are paid competitive wages.” Up to 16 employees with disabilities will closely work with a job coach to ensure each pooch has all the love and attention needed during its cage-free stay. “Our employees will adopt each pet as their own,” Parson said. “The dogs will be begging to come back.”

The day care boasts 10 themed rooms available for overnight lodging or daylong visits. An open house, for owners and pets, held from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. June 14 will celebrate the grand opening. Prices start at $15 for day boarding and $30 for overnight stays. Blankets, beds and other pooch paraphernalia made by people with disabilities will be available during normal facility hours from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
To make a reservation, call (330) 645-9139.
About Hattie Larlham
Established in 1961, Hattie Larlham is a nonprofit organization that provides services to 1,400 children and adults with MR/DD throughout Ohio. Hattie Larlham was selected as one of the top 99 Northeast Ohio organizations to work for in 2006. For more information, visit www.hattielarlham.org.
Nanette Gregory J4 Communications407-432-7706