Dogs for Autism Wins Bluebird Care’s £1,000 Community Grant

We are absolutely delighted to receive a £1,000 Community Grant from Bluebird Care Alton, Petersfield & Havant.

As a charity, we rely on the generosity of individuals, businesses and community partners. Their support helps us provide life-changing autism assistance dogs to autistic children and adults across the UK, free of charge.

This funding will strengthen our aftercare programme and help us provide ongoing guidance, training and welfare support to every autism assistance dog partnership.

During the grant presentation, the Bluebird Care team met Jon and his autism assistance dog, Casper. They saw first-hand how an autism assistance dog can transform the life of an autistic child and their family.

Jon and Casper became partners in 2024 and have built an incredible bond. Casper offers reassurance, emotional support and stability, helping Jon face everyday life with greater confidence and calm. He has also made a significant difference to Jon’s sleep and overall wellbeing.

You can read more about their inspiring story here: The Magic of a Furry Friend.

We support every partnership long after placement. Our team carries out regular visits, provides refresher training and monitors each dog’s welfare. This ongoing support helps every partnership continue to thrive.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone at Bluebird Care Alton, Petersfield & Havant for their generosity and commitment to supporting local charities and communities.

On behalf of everyone at Dogs for Autism, and the families whose lives are changed by our dogs, thank you for helping us continue this important work.