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How to get a service dog You must meet several criteria to be eligible for a service dog. This may include: having a physical disability or debilitating illness or disorder being able to participate in the dog’s training process being able to independently command and care for a service dog having a stable home environment Service dogs are trained to meet a person’s needs before they’re placed in someone’s home. A dog that has already served as a pet usually can’t be trained later as service dog. To apply for a psychiatric service dog, you will need a recommendation from a medical doctor or licensed mental health professional. About  18 percent  of American adults experience some form of mental health disorder. Overall, about  4 percent   of American adults experience a severe or debilitating mental health disorder. This means that only a fraction of people who have a mental health disorder are qualified for a psychiatric service dog. People who have anxiety t

Just a note before visiting a Nursing Home or Hospital...  Hospital Visitors Don't enter the hospital if you have any symptoms that could be contagious . Neither your patient nor other hospital workers can afford to catch whatever you have. If you have symptoms like a cough, runny nose, rash or even diarrhea, don't visit. Make a phone call or send a card instead. Don't take young children to visit unless it's absolutely necessary . Even then, check with the hospital before you take a child with you. Many hospitals have restrictions on when children may visit. Don't take food to your patient unless you know the patient can tolerate it . Many patients are put on special diets while in the hospital. This is especially true for those with certain diseases or even those who have recently had  anesthesia  for surgery. Our goodies could cause big problems. Don't visit if your presence will cause stress or anxiety . If there is a problem in