Their STory: KSDS GraDuaTeS, DiplomaTS anD

Pathway
the
Summer 2009 | Volume 10, Issue 2
Promoting the independence and inclusion of people with disabilities as
fully participating, contributing members of their communities and society.
Their Story: KSDS Graduates,
Diplomats and Ambassadors
Don’t miss these
upcoming events!
Graduate Retreat 2009
• Highlands Ranch Scottish Fest
August 8-9
South Denver, CO
Karen Collier sums it up, “…I always leave
feeling so loved and confident - ready to
conquer the world!”
An event to promote KSDS.
• PUPS Daze
August 29-30
Washington, KS
“It’s a big family reunion,”
states RoseMary Gergick,
a service graduate, “one
that includes all my
favorite relatives.”
Continuing education opportunity for
puppy raisers.
• Challenge Air
Saturday, September 12
Kansas City, MO
Children with disabilities can fly in a
small airplane.
from various tables and corners of the room
as stories of experiences are shared. Genuine
hugs and encouragement are passed out to
new graduates from the
seasoned ones - who have
been there, done that, had
that happen and survived.
And like any other family
reunion, wonderful food
is dished up, prepared and
served by Carla and Derry
McGuire of Iowa, along
with the help of attending
family and friends.
Many teams come back to
KSDS, Inc. to recertify or
work on further training,
but graduates have found
that once they’ve been
here, their reasons for
At the 5th Annual KSDS
coming back change. RoseMary and Denim share Graduate Retreat, there
a moment after a successful
The reasons move toward distraction exercise.
were 17 teams working,
socialization, the sharing
practicing, learning new
of experiences, and the acknowledgement
skills, socializing, and gaining confidence
of familiarity among friends and other
for themselves and their canine partners.
graduates. Laughter and smiles break out
That’s double the attendance from the
• Amanda’s Dog Festival
Sunday, September 13
Prairie Village, KS
Started by a group of young friends.
Festival proceeds benefit KSDS.
• Fall Graduation:
Saturday, October 31
11 a.m., Washington, KS
Celebrate the accomplishments of the
teams completing training. Canine
Housing Unit tours are available after
graduations.
Loch, Puppy in Training
Groups in Colorado, Iowa,
Lawrence/KC, Manhattan,
and Wichita have regular
get-togethers. To find out
more, contact KSDS
(785) 325-2256.
Achmed assists Julie by pulling her past
people and dogs playing.
Guide Dog Atlanta keeps his partner Gary
Dodd safe from traffic during routes.
Their Story... (Cont. on Page 7)
New Puppies join the KSDS Family
The adventure begins
KSDS, Inc.
A nonprofit, charitable
organization
124 West 7th Street
Washington, KS 66968
(785) 325-2256
www.ksds.org
– Staff –
Judy Sifers, CEO
Debbie Tegethoff, Training Instructor
Michelle Woerner, Training Instructor
Kim Nelson, Trainer Apprentice
Thom Kirk, Trainer Apprentice &
Client Services
Marcia Funke, Development Coordinator
Terri Gauby, Administrative Assistant
Gene Martin, Maintenance
JoAnn Nider, Receptionist
Merry Roop, Bookkeeper
– Board –
Roger Post, President
Glenda Keller, Vice President
Midge Miller, Secretary
Lila Keesecker, Treasurer
Brent Boring, Member
Jack Haller, Member
Regina Linenberger, Member
Marilyn McGown, Member
Abby Murray, Member
Two female Golden Retrievers have been
donated to KSDS by Paul and JoAnn Grimm of
Iowa. With this exceptional gift, KSDS gazed
into the future, contemplating their hopes
and dreams, so what better names to give the
puppies than Hope and Dream. Both puppies
are now living with their puppy raisers, Letha
& Larry Nelson and Leroy & Kim Kimminau.
What will the future hold for these dogs? What
will their futures bring to KSDS?
Donated Golden Girls; Dream and Hope
Brenda and Hunter Herndon (Seville), Jerrilyn and Seth Bayless
(Fleetwood), Larry Braddy (Cadillac), Dr. Pat Payne (Calais),
Mike and Julie Jennings (Brougham), Jason and Erin Gubbins
(El Dorado), Cathy Merchant (Allante) [held by Deb Tegethoff]
An earlier edition of
the KSDS newsletter
announced the arrival of
7 black and yellow lab
puppies born to Hilton
and Buck in March.
The litter of Labrador
Retreivers were named
after various Cadillac
vehicles and went to
their
puppy
raiser
homes May 6th. Watch
for KSDS pups at the
various Cadillac Club of
Kansas City events!
Sturgis on the River, Davenport, IA
Wind, Rain, and Hail will not deter Iowa and Illinois Puppy Raisers
This year’s Sturgis on the River was hot as
usual and also plagued with wind and rain
on two of the three days. Lisa Rickards
and DeAnna Wiggett came from Kansas to
help out our little Triple I group and ended
up drenched. Both dogs and people were
covered in mud but everyone kept a smile
and had a lot of laughs! On the second day
we lost our shelter to high winds but never
lost sight of our goal of spreading the word
about KSDS. With a spare canopy to shade
the pups and us, we made it through the final
day. We managed to visit with a lot of folks
and hopefully gained a new puppy raiser or
two as well as letting others know about the
great work at KSDS.
KSDS, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization
dedicated to the training and placement of
assistance dogs for individuals with disabilities.
KSDS, Inc. is proud to
be a fully accredited
program by Assistance
Dogs International, Inc.
For more information
visit www.assistancedogsinternational.org.
Left: KSDS Puppy Raisers at a booth at Sturgis on the River in Davenport, IA. Right: Lots of
people came by and loved on the puppies in training during Sturgis.
5K 4 K9 Fundraising Efforts a Success
KSDS, Inc. and the Topeka Correctional
Facility have partnered for many years. The
women of the Topeka Correctional Facility
train many of the guide, social and service
dogs and have a deep allegiance to the
KSDS programs. Everyone at KSDS, Inc.
would like to extend our sincere thanks to
everyone at TCF and the other volunteers
for their hard work and support of KSDS.
A special thank you to Carol Hill for her
time and committment to organizing this
fabulous event
Special Thanks to the 5K 4 K9 Participants:
Shiner’s Mom
Chihuahua
Lil Dom
Daisy
Walk of Faith
Cinella
BooBoo
MeMe
Little Wing
Scooter
Bubblicious
Free the People
Gimpy
JennRoi
Speedy
X3Pax
Striden w/Elf
Swayze
Swifty
Vlad
Taylor’s Kid
Going for Gold
Strawberry
Glass Angel
Lady Daffodil
PeeWee
SS
Nana
Sunshine
Peaches
Secret Squirrel
Sarah Rose
Mrs. Sugar Bear
“E”
Kahuna
Missy
EvaMaeSue
Freedom Runner
Mistletoe’s Mom
Brougham, Puppy in Training
The women of the Topeka Correctional
Facility held an on-site, 5K walk/run on
April 11, 2009 in Topeka to benefit KSDS,
Inc. The goal was to raise $10,000 from
t-shirt sales, race registrations, community
and corporate sponsors and donations from
inmate’s families. Thanks to amazing support
from local friends here and those across the
country, the women realized their goal.
Race Day was a grand celebration! Senator
Sam Brownback and the Secretary of the
Department of Corrections, Roger Werholtz
joined the race participants and community
supporters on the beautiful spring day.
Workplace
Giving Sign Up
Remember KSDS when signing
up for Workplace Giving. 2010
Employee Giving Programs are
going to begin soon. Does your
employer offer such a program?
If so please consider choosing
KSDS, Inc. as your charity of
choice. It’s an easy way to give.
CFC - # 10823
CHC for KS - # 29
5K 4 K9 TCF Fundraiser Supporters
Jennifer Greever
Gridley United Methodist Women
Carolyn L Hale
Andrew M & Lindsey Harris
Karim & Debra Hazim
Ann Hedquist
Rheta & Gordon Henke
Charles R Herman
Larry & Carol A Hill
Daryl & Sandy Hill
Shelley & Craig Hill
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc
Miriam Hobble
Edward Hobson
Gloria Holler
William Holtz
Jacob Horwitz
Stephanie Hughes
Janis Morgan & Shawn Woolery
Anne M Jones
Diana K Kirkman
Koch & Company
Diane Kruse
Landon Office Bldg employees
Julie Long
J H & Suzanne MacDonald
Ava Majors
Linda McCoy
Janell & Charles McKinney
Thomas McNew
Medservices Personnel Inc
Stephanie Mickelsen
Carol Miles
Eddie Miller
Eldon & Margaret Miller
Sherry Montgomery
Karen L Moore
Amy & Karl Naylor
Maxine Owen
Rebecca & Jerry Owen
Barbara Owens
Winnie Owens
A Jennifer Parker
Jason Parker
Paw Prints Animal Hospital
Petland
Nancy Phillips & Hatari
Plumbing by Carlson Inc
Robert R Priddy
Richard & Leslie Purser
Paula Raaf
Lee Rader
Randy’s Auto Sales (Randy Evans)
Lisa Rickards
Todd & Joyce Rogers
Ron & Jean Schultz
Rod & Ellie Seemann
Lynda Shillito
Aviana Sholander
Charles O Jr & Verna Smith
M Corryne Smith
Susan Stover
TCF Running Club
Topeka Sunflower Lions Club
Torgeson Electric Company
Daniel & Jennie Vanderpool
Washburn University
Renee Watts
Norma Weiser
Barbara R Williams
Danny R & Carol S Wilson
Mitch & Cindi Woolery
Tiffany Yost
Thank you for helping KSDS, Inc., continue our work in placements of guide, service and social dogs. Donor list in inclusive of
January 1-May 31, 2009. Omission of any name is not intentional and upon notification will be published in the next newsletter.
Making Every
Penny Count
In these trying economic times it
is a must. If you’re receiving the
newsletter and really don’t wish
to or would rather view it from
our web site, ksds.org, then just
let us know. By doing so, you are
helping KSDS curtail unnecessary
expenses such as postage and
printing. The money saved can be
put into other KSDS programs.
Breyer, Service Dog
Dan & Carol Abrahamson
Jerry & Christina Adams
Ken & Vicki Adams
Wilma & Homer Adams
S K & Pamela Alexander
Cliff & Connie Beahm
Don & Annie Bilke
Marilyn Blanchette
Marsha Brown
Tom & Judy Brungardt
Ben Brian Buckles
Sonja & Mark Burris
Von K Byall
Mark & Nancy Caplinger
Debbie & Phillip Caponi
Diana & Preston Chapel
Beth & Darrel Cook
CoreFirst Bank & Trust
Doris Cox
Jo & Dean Cross
Audrey Custer
Mary Dickens
Kerry Dickerson
Marcia Eaton
Katrin Ellefson
Robert & Valerie Farley
Colene & Ricky Fischli
Mark & Mary Franzke
Mary L Freeman
Barry French
Linda & David Fricke
Carol-Lynn Gaudio
Tim & Laura Geary
Michael & Caroll Glotzbach
Charles & Rachel Goossen
Kristin & Stephen Graue
Great Plains Running Co
CHC for MO - # 3008
Grad retreat
flashback
Graduate Glimpses: SUmmer 2009
1. Breckin Cubie plays tennis
while the other teams work on ball
distraction. 2. Heather Markham
and service dog Sophie work on
practical skills. 3. Dasher, Janelle
Morris’s guide dog, holds a down/
stay while Ashley Stewart steps
over him during a “My Dog Can
Do That” game. 4. Barb Richards
and Timon work in downtown
Washington, KS.
John Barbee
Natalie Banks
John states he’s blind in one eye and can’t
see out of the other but his lack of sight and
hearing does not interfere with his “vision” of
life. His new dog and partner, Viper, is going
to help him face the unknown. As his sight
digresses John desires to maintain the level of
independence he has and be able to go more
places on his own. He wants to safely access
local shopping and attend board meetings.
Natalie returned to KSDS to get her
successor dog, Kringle. Even though there is
only one original staff member left, Natalie
still liked the way things were done. The
individualized training is what she liked the
most. Her training has been very positive.
KSDS works as a team to get the job done.
The instructor adjusted the training to meet
her needs and physical condition. Natalie is
amazed with herself at what she was able to
accomplish and how much farther she could
walk. Other reasons she choose KSDS was
that it is an ADI member, close to her home
and Washington itself is a very nice town.
Viper - guide
1
2
3
4
John, a semi-retired consultant, has lived in
Glenwood Springs, CO, for the last 15 years.
It is a diverse, relatively accessible city of 7000,
where lots of recreational activities like hiking,
rafting, fishing and tourism take place.
John says it has been a real pleasure to get
to know everyone at KSDS. Its excellent
training is highly individualized. Everyone
is recognized as active participants, even his
wife, Nancy, was integrated in. The support
is wonderful. There’s pride, professionalism
and participation. Bonding with his partner,
Viper (from the Snake litter and raised by
Tracy Johnson of New Jersey) has given
John a higher level of independence with
less fear and anguish. John says it’s a very
good match. As a team we are hopeful, open
minded and intend to be actively involved.
KSDS came recommended to him, and it
compared very favorably with other schools.
What intrigued John the most was that this
service was offered at no cost even in these
economic times!
Kringle - Guide
Natalie recently moved to Mission, KS, and
is looking forward to getting out and about
by herself, volunteering and possibly finding
employment this fall. Mission is an animal
friendly place, the cost of living is reasonable
and accessible to Kansas City. There will be
museums, shopping malls and the Plaza to visit.
With Kringle’s help, Natalie is looking forward
to overcoming lots of challenges to become
more independent, such as not getting knocked
over or running into things, or having to wait
for someone to help her get somewhere...not
to mention the companionship and respect
Kringle will bring to her.
Having Diabetic Retinopathy is challenging
but Kringle’s going to help Natalie conquer
many issues. She’s looking forward to getting
back home, getting closer to Kringle and
getting their routines down. Shopping will
come in time. As a team, Natalie says she
and Kringle are very compatible; he’s come
to know me so well already. Kringle is from
the Christmas Litter and his puppy raiser
was Carla McGuire of Iowa.
Making it all possible. Thank you to our Donors.
Donors
Virginia & George Ablah
Gary Anderson
Todd & Ann Anderson
Argonia Library Association
Atchison Lions Club
Augusta Breakfast Lions Club
Carol Babcock
Gerald & Betty Backman
Banfield Charitable Trust
Diane & Roger Baskerville
Jerrilynn & Kenneth Bayless
Cliff & Connie Beahm
F M Beam DVM
Bill & Jeanine Beamgard
Denise Beason
Mildred Beikmann
Belleville Lions Club
Fredrick & Michelle Betzen
Dale Biegert
Don & Annie Bilke
Randi Black
Joan Boller
Beverly Bolton
Brent & Marcia Boring
Larry Braddy
Charles & Laura Bragunier
Josephine Brehm
Christopher & Joanne Bridgnell
Roger & Judy Broers
Donald Brown
Rick & Patricia Browning
Lynn & Renae Bruna
Dennis & Christy Brungardt
Clifford & Sherri Bryant
Burlingame Lions Club
Burlington Lions Club
Jennie Byrnes
Bob & Natalie Byrnes
Cargill – Topeka, KS
Sherry & Eugene Carmody
Virlyn M Carter
Don & Wanda Catron
William & Penny Cecil
Central Brace Company
Clay Center Business &
Professional Women
Clearwater Lions Club
Martha & Robert Clock
Clyde Lions Club
Coffeyville Daylight Defenders
Lions Club
Coffeyville Lions Club
Colony Lions Club
Columbus Lions Club
Community Health Charities
of KS & MO
Council Grove Lions Club
Dottie Crawford
Donna Crosman
Michelle & Randy Crow
Cub Scout Pack #216
Independence MO
Breckin Cubie
Delphos Lions Club
R Scott & Ianne Dickinson
Dodge City Lions Club
Nancy Doll
Douglass Lions Club
Drake & Associates OD PA
Drs. Drivers & Clark OD
DST Systems
Roberta & Mark Dunham
Libby Eaton
ECF of Boeing Wichita
Effingham Lions Club
Eichman Family Fund
Drs Ruth Eisen & Scott Eveloff
El Dorado Lions Club #881
ESA - Gamma Lambda Chapter
ESA - District J
Eureka Lions Club
Everest Lions Club
Lynn Fairbanks
First Nat’l Bank of Wamego Tours
Peggy & William Fletcher
Jerry & Carolynne Forster
Bernard Fridley
Bette J. Friedberg
Ruth Funke
Freda Sue Galer
Gardner Lions Club
Garnett Lions Club
Les & Terri Gauby
Gem Lions Club
Emma German
Girl Scout Troop #699 Stillwell KS
Gladstone Parks & Recreation Tours
Goff Lions Club
Good Sam - District 4
Good Sam Club - Wichita
Good Sam District 3
Good Sam District 5
Grace Baptist Church Washington KS
Christina Gradinger
Carolyn M Graham
Paul & JoAnn Grimm
Zane Guilfoyle
Tonya Hakes
Jerry & Hilda Hale
Nancy Hall
Robert & Annette Harlan
Hays Lions Club
Haysville Lions Club
Mary & Wilbert Heiberger
Helen Brach Foundation
Charlene Henney
Brenda Herndon
Henry & Karen Herrmann
Hiawatha Lions Club
Harriet A. Hickman
Howard Hildenbrand
Hill City Lions Club
Libby Hill
Doug Hillman
Hillsboro Evening Lions Club
Hillsboro Noon Lions Club
Berdene Hird
Thanks for helping KSDS, Inc., continue our work in placements
of guide, service and social dogs. Donor list is inclusive of Jan
1-May 31, 2009. Omission of any name is not intentional and
upon notification will be published in the next newsletter.
Donald & Norma Hirt
Gary & Peggy Hoopes
Paula Hopkins
Valara Horn
Malessia Howland
Larry & Marie Hulsopple
Hunter Lions Club
Theodore Hutchcraft
Hutchinson Kennel Club
Inman Lions Club
Donna Anna Isbell
Jay Hatfield Chevrolet
Mike & Julie Jensen
Robert & Jill Jensen
Daniel & Gwen Johnson
Gordon & Helen Johnson
Rick & Louise Johnson
Janet Jones
George & Charlene Jorgensen
Just Left Inc
Leon & Wanda Karst
Donna Kastl
Ralph & Verneal Trust Kaump
KC Girl Scout Troup
Keats Lions Club
Dale & Lila Keesecker
Glenda & Paul Keller
Velda Lee Kelley
Kensington Lions Club
Shirley Kerezsi
Thomas & Ginny Kirk
Edward & Denise Klimek
Lake Tapawingo Women’s Club
Jeff Lantis
Drs Bob & Laura Larson
Jack & Marian Larson
Elmer & Donna Lawver
Shan Leatherman
Charles & Nancy Leathers
Leavenworth Noon Lions Club
James & Sondra Lee
Lenexa Lions Club
Leonardville Lions Club
Christine Lero
William & Kay Lewis
Jack Lin
Regina Linenberger
Harlon & Marlene Loving
Lyman & Ingrid Smith Foundation
Jean Lytle
J H & Suzanne MacDonald
Julia C. Maloukis
Joseph & Marjorie Malsick
Manhattan Lions Club
Manhattan Sunflower Lions Club
Janis Manke
Tim & Jan Matlack
Ed & Nancy Maynard
Michael & Megan Mayo
Ernest & Carole Mazza
Loretta & Richard McCarthy
Jack & Mary Kay McCarty
Jalene & Patrick McFadden
James & Karen McGuigan
Mike McGuigan
Deryth & Carla McGuire
Richard & Marge McKittrick
Paula McVey
Wilma McVey
Heather Meredith
David & Debra Metzler
Mid-Continent Instruments
Kenneth & Carol Mille
Wayne Miller
Miltonvale Lions Club
Mission Valley USD 330
MO State employee charitable
Campaign
Modern Medical Mobility
Ellen Moore
Luis & Robin Morales
Morland Lions Club
William & Laura Morland
Morse Trucking
Barbara Mosier
Moundridge Lions Club
Jeff Muckenthaler
Abby & Donald Murray
Harold Murray
Larry & Connie Needham
Linda Nelson
Casey & Tammy Niemann
Thom & Ann Norbury
Norfolk Prime Time Club
Drs Randall & Judith Norton
Olathe Noon Lions Club
Onaga Lions Club
Bettie Garrison Ore
Orscheln
Ottawa Lions Club
Overland Park Host Lions Club
Overland Park Noon Lions Club
Tina P Owens
Pamida Foundation
David P & Carol Parker
Parsons Lions Club
Jeff & Diana Patterson
Joleen Pearman
Larry & Valerie Peck
John & Karen Pence
Catherine Perel
The PETCO Foundation
Darwin & Judy Pfiester
Galen & Shirley Postier
Prairie Point Elementary School
Allen & Velora Prell
Harold & Evelyn Press
Betty Jo Rader
Brent & Janelle Ragland
Milo Ransopher
Raymond Bott Realty & Auction
Reading Lions Club
Tammy & Arlan Reed
Ken & Pauline Robinson
Billie Rohde
Betty Rose
Salina Sunflower Lions Club
Sam’s Club - Overland Park
Doris Sanchez
Vida Mae Schell
Frances Schnelle
Vaneta Schroeder
Scott City Lions Club
Scranton Lions Club
Randell L Sedlacek
Seneca Lions Club
Philip & Patricia Severson
Stacy & Judith Shelton
Brad & Laura Sherard
Shelly R Shetley
Sterling & Jean Siefken
Judith Sifers
Gary & Connie Smith
Heather Smith
Ronald L Smith
Pamela J Soderholm
Solomon Lions Club
Floyd & Joan Sorrick
Mark & Catherine Sousa
Darlene & William Speake
Spearville Lions Club
Lorene Staley
Malcolm & Norma Stamm
State Bank of Axtell
Gary & Georgeann Steffens
Linda & John T. Stewart
Suzanne Stolz
Heather Stotz
Stratton & Associates
John & Joan Strickler
Pam & Roger Sulzbach
Byler Sunley
Syracuse Lions Club
Leonard & Kathy Szopinski
Tantillo Family Foundation
TCF Pooches & Pals
Forrest Tegethoff
Ernest & Thelma Thacker
Lee Thompson
Doris Tiemeyer
Ann Tozier
Harold & Rosie Travelute
Tri-County Veterinary Center
Troy Lions Club
Jamie & Juraj Trubiroha
Roslyn Jeanne Turner
Ulysses Lions Club
United Methodist Women Marysville
United Way - GE Capital
Laurence & Geraldine Urich
USD 108 2nd Grade Class
Valley Heights LEO’s
Krista Van Diest
Vermillion Community Club
Haley & Megan VonFeldt
Steve Vopalka
Wachovia Foundation
Wakefield Lions Club
Walsburg Lutheran Church
Walsburg Women of E.L.C.A.
Maebeth Walter
Walton Lions Club
Washington Lions Club
Robert, Diana & Cassie Wasser
Wells Community Lions Club
Bill Welton
A A & Bertha Wessel
Westmoreland Elementary
School
Deanna Wiggett
Earl & Sharon Williams
Williamsburg Lions
Kurt Wilson
Jack Wisman
Lorelei Woerner-Eisner
Wonder World Travel
Woodbine Lions Club
Mildred Woodworth
Greg Wright
Xi Eta Delta - Salina
Jerry & Carol Zanker
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To Honor...
Karen Derx & Watkins
Bob & Sandy Bartkoski
Lisa Rickards
Santiago
Dennis & Betty Rues
Bob Peters
Catherine Marshall
Dale & Lila Keesecker’s 45th wedding
anniversary
Chris & Mary Beisner
Trudy Dunn
Todd & Kelly Ingalsbe
Sharon & Lowell Meyer
Melanie & Xavier Stewart
Kathleen A Meyer
Piccadilly Puppet Company (Lisa
Jorgenson)
Brett Chambers & Poke
J Greg Anderson DDS
Ashkesh’s birthday
Susan B Christensen
Kirk & Connie Converse
Glenda Lee Cox
Ronald & Barbara Jo Cripps
Carleen R Franz PHD
Corey & Meagan Lowe
Gene Martin
Cork & Dana Holle
Houli, Chesney, Weber & Tango
John & Mary Lister
Oregano
members of the Walsburg Lutheran
Church
Atlanta
Marion & Tim Taylor
Judy Sifers
Bill & Marsha Beckett
Paula Kerezi
Carla McGuire
Darlington
Ronald & Mary Glassburner
Dr Judy Norton’s birthday
George & Joyce Olson
Dwight Huntley’s birthday
Carolyn & A.L. O’Toole
Katie Vahle
John & Marjorie Sands
Kelly Shambaugh & Trapper
Tom & Rosemary Willson
May
Bill & Lou Kern
Mike McGuigan & Blossom
Tom & Rosemary Willson
Mrs Marion Taylor & Linden
James & Nancy Davis family
Marion Taylor’s 3rd grade class
David & Kristyn & Will Wiggins
Brian & Lene & Zach Yeo
Ramada
Larry & Marilyn & Andrea Kiess
Susanne Koehler of Spectacular Pet Stuff
Mick & Michele Walter
Rockie
Galen & June Dodd
Kenneth & Almeda Edwards
Marita Pocock
TCF Pooches & Pals
Topeka Sunflower Lions Club
Ted McKee’s 27th birthday
Scott & Jessica Ingstad
Sarah’s birthday
Kevin & Shannon Lysaught
Splitorff
Karen & Brad Botts
Janet & Steven Broxterman
Dana Burrow
Carl & Marjorie Clark
Julie & Kevin Fecteau
Thomas & Marcia Forbach DC
Doug & Pat Harris
Christy Lonergan
Gary & Michelle Smotherman
Liberty View Elementary School &
Student Council
Paul & Connie Kamps
Ted McKee’s graduation from college
Scott & Jessica Ingstad
Thom Kirk
Jeanne Muellerleite
Stephen Fasnacht
Todd Anderson & Hampton
Dick Anderson & Fran Belden
Poppy
Andale High School
Jackson
Bob & Sandy Bartkoski
To Remember...
Libby (Nieter’s pet)
J. Lawrence Nieters
Audiovox
Paula Kerezsi
Libby Eaton
Les & Terri Gauby
Lisa Rickards
Pam Soderholm
Gary & Georgeann Steffens
Brent & Marcia Boring
Dr Arthur & Barbara Roberts &
Mike & Bill
Austin Baumbach
Leslie A Anderson
Kevin & Leigh Ann Autenrieth
Gregory & Geralyn Bemboom
Verlyn & Karen Bergen
Laura & William Burnett
Jeannie Dates
Bruce & Jan Dawson
Linda & Brad Dawson
Donald & Marilyn Farmer
Siegmar & Sandra Groetsch
Jack & Annette Holt
Erin Hutton
Jefferson City School District
Jeffery & M Faye Kunce
Christine Choate & John C Lawrence
Linda McMillin
MDA Bass Tournament
Nat’l Assoc of Letter Carriers
Branch 343
Michael & Sara Otto
Janis G Pirner
Roger & JoAnn Reed
Charles & Susan Register
Helene W Richardson
Kenneth & Melita Sloan
Charlotte & Gregory Smith
W A & Sylvia Stephens
Aimee Wehmeier
Jeanette Brown
Dean Felbush
Joyce Engle
Sharol L Rudolph
Denise’s father, Rex Davis
Dr Tom & Denise Dragastin
Eleanor Jueneman
Keesecker Agri Business
Evelyn Fair
Brent & Marcia Boring
John & Jeanne Walker
Duane & Nadine Bartak
Karen Price
PEO Sisterhood, Chapter AN
Kenneth Reynolds
Ray & Beverly Reynolds
Scooter, Lynda & Howard Hirsekorn’s dog
Bob & Natalie Byrnes
Mary Maxine Apps
Reading Lions Club
Warren & Rosalie Voorhees
Nancy Giossi’s cat
Lisa Rickards
Patches
Bob & Sandy Bartkoski
Fletch
Bob & Sandy Bartkoski
Richard Ferbert
James R White Jr & Jaymme L
Peterson
Floyd Elder
Keesecker Agri Business
Richard Walker
Keesecker Agri Business
Fred Gleue
Richard Diers
Ron & Carolyn Gendre
Donald A Gier
Wood Valley Pickers
Ruby #291, Class of ‘95
Joan Holmes
Greg Martin
Regina Linenberger
Kenneth & Mary Jane Schoen
Paul & Patty Smith
Glen & Carolyn Thrash
Zack
USD 441, Sabetha, KS
Brutus
Don & Connie Zimmer
Gloria McChesney
Diana & Preston Chapel
William & Le Ann Brown
Norman and Rochelle Karty
Laurie D Brough
Joseph & Carla Fiorella
John Espensen
Monte & Staci Montgomery
Gordon, Twila & Lavina Ingram
Richard & Stephanie Alport
Bill & Bonnie Lathrop
Donn & Michelle Lux
Ed & Cora Du Chene
Alan, Suzie & Jay Broddon
John & Tari Ann Piskac
Judith Rose
Carolyn V Roberts
Linda “Cookie” Dwork
Jviation, Inc.
Dave Thomas (Thomas Jewelers)
Leroy & Dianna Welliver
Canyon Lake Ladies Golf Association
John & Cheryl Walters
Bill & Sharon Snyder
Linda Shostak
Nellie Brown
George & Janet Milliken
Harry & Elaine Manges
Teryl Limbocker
Spencer & Marilee Puls
Thomas & Laura Badger
Donna & Dean Bark
David & Kathy Carpenter
Robert & Janet Davis
Lucille Johnson
Gloria Freeland
John Drach
Ila Lemon
Roger & Shirley Lemmons
Richard & Jean Ann Jones
Erma & Everett Hoobler
Linda & Charles Burton
John & Lila Levin
Curtis Syring
Marvin & Sherrill Wendel
Lisa and Mitchell Lee
Steven & Bonnie Marsh
Melissa Humphreville
Julie & Tony Simpson
Kim & Vince DeCarlo
Ashley Gulledge
Tara & Craig Cowden
Lela & Mike Broussard
Cheryl Ingram Smith
Tara Kaus and family
Amye Jones and family
Jennifer Porter and family
William & Penny Cecil
John Cool
Harold & Mary Fritzon
Victor & Myrtle Grabau
Philip & Sharon Knox
Dixie & Leland Koepsel
Kennard & Nancy Kopp
R & A Lorenzo
Mike & Donna Miller
Carolyn Rule
Aloys & Marlene Schmaderer
Carol & Melvyn Steelsmith
Nancy Volkmann
Jack & Marcia Roets
Magic Show Sponsor recap
Presenting Sponsor - $5000
DST Systems
Platinum Paw Sponsor $1000 - $4999
Wal-Mart - Marsyville, KS
Gold Paw Sponsor $500 - $999
Beckett Gas, Cameron, MO
Larry Braddy
Kohl’s Store #472 A-Team, Lee’s Summit, MO
Sam’s Club - Overland Park
North Oak Chiropractic (Dr James Waddell)
Henry “Hank” Wassenberg
Silver Paw Sponsor $100 - $499
Ag Management Services and Washington
Vet Clinic
Blackbird Home Theater (Kelysn Rooks)
Brabec Specialties (Greenleaf, KS)
Brookside Barkery & Bath, Inc. (Olathe/KC,
MO/Lee’s Summit)
Tom & Joyce Buchanan (Leawood, KS)
Michael & Louise Burke (San Antonio, TX)
Cadillac Club of Kansas City
Central Office Service & Supply (Clay Center, KS)
Downtown Marriott (KC MO)
DPI Image Productions (Pleasant Hill, MO)
Edward R Jones - Brad Koehn (Abilene, KS)
Fairway Animal Hospital, Fairway, KS
First National Bank, Washington, KS
Randy & Debra Gore
Harvest Graphics (Lenexa, KS)
Anne M Jones
Kastl Powell Agency, Inc. (Washington, KS)
Leslie Kiernan
Barbara Lyons
MC Realty Group, LLC (KC, MO)
Phil & Barb McAnany
McCarthy Auto Mall
Tom McCullough Family Foundation
Jim & Karen McGuigan
Northland Family Chiropratic – Dr Michael
G Waddell
Mike McGuigan and Blossom
Morse Chevrolet
Overland Park Art & Frame Shop
Dr. Stanley Wint DDS Overland Park, KS
Lisa Rickards
The Elk State Bank, Clyde
The State Bank of Blue Rapids
United Bank & Trust (Washington , KS)
United Insurance Inc. (Milford Drinkgern
(Marysville, KS)
Varney and Associates - Susan Spain
(Manhattan, KS)
Bronze Paw Sponsor $25 - $99
Dague Computers & Engraving (Washington, KS)
Mrs. Robert “Glenna” Galloway
GFWC of KS - 1st District (Washington, KS)
Diana & Bob Hoyt
Bob Kobby
Landoll Corporation (Marysville, KS)
Miller & Associates (Hanover, KS)
Mission Hills Chapter NSDAR
Karen Olson
Mary Alice Pacey
The Pleasant Hill Times (Pleasant Hill, MO)
Raytown Hy-Vee
Thank you for helping KSDS, Inc., continue our work in placements of guide, service and social dogs. Donor list is inclusive of January 1-May 31, 2009.
Omission of any name is not intentional and upon notification will be published in the next newsletter.
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Julie Maloukis understands the work and
commitment it takes to have that great
teamwork with your canine partner. As one
of the moderators of the KSDS Graduate
Yahoo Support Group, Julie is familiar
with the challenges faced by both first time
partners and successor partners. The Yahoo
Support Group is where KSDS graduates
can come together on-line and ask
questions, share stories and give support to
other KSDS Graduate teams. “I only wish
I would have had access to such support
during my first year with my first service
dog,” says Julie. “I was really out there on
my own, several states away from any of
the few KSDS people I knew during that
time….if only I would have had all of you
KSDS Wish List
Paper Towels
Their Story...
past! Teams traveled from Colorado, Iowa,
Missouri, Pennsylvania, Texas, Wyoming
and Kansas to participate.
Peso, Social Dog
Left: Betty Jean Pearson and Carmine working in downtown Washington, KS. Middle: Barb Richards
(Timon) and Pam Soderholm (Split) work with distractions as Deb Tegethoff looks on. Right: Jill Jensen
praises her service dog Yankee for retrieving a wallet.
to ask for help, support, or just some kind
words now and then.”
Julie returned to KSDS a year later for her first
graduate retreat. She says she was beginning
to feel good about her partnership with her
dog, Achmed, but still nervous about going
back. Julie was afraid she would somehow
prove to be a disappointment or worse.
During retreat, Julie’s fears were relieved as
she worked through her challenges with her
instructor, shared stories and suggestions
and received the support of new friends.
“I went home from Graduate Retreat with
a lot more confidence in working with my
dog. And things began to really get better,”
smiled Julie.
This year was Julie’s 4th Grad retreat. “It’s
kind of like going home for Christmas ought
to feel. You know?”
Panasonic DVD RAM for
camcorder (1.4 Gb or bigger)
Swiffer refill pads
Scrub Brushes and Squeegees
Fabreeze
Clorox Wipes/Clorox Bleach
Dyson Upright Vacuum
Rug Shampooer with Attachments
Furnace Filters (20x20x1);
(20x25x1) and (12x20x1)
Vacuum Bags (Eureka AA)
DVD Movies (Various Titles)
Cases of bottled water
12 1/2 x 18 1/8 padded envelopes
6x9 manila envelopes (no clasp)
High quality letter size copy paper
Photo paper
Colored ink pads
HP ink cartridges (21, 22, 92, 93,
C9730A, Q2612A)
Xerox ink cartridges (113 R007 19,
113 R007 20, 113 R007 21, 113
R007 22)
Gift cards to Target, Walmart, Sam’s
Club, Home Depot
Fire proof file cabinet
Flat, Big Screen TV
Back Row: Barb Richards (Timon), Heather Markham (Sophie), Janelle Morris (Dasher), Jill Jensen
(Yankee), Gary Dodd (Atlanta), Karen Collier (Astro), Beth Hillman (Cobra), James Geary (Schwan),
Sally Orth (Draco), Karen Derx (Watkins), Betty Jean Pearson (Carmine), RoseMary Gergick (Denim),
Pam Soderholm (Splitorff) Front Row: Breckin Cubie (Twister), Julie Maloukis (Achmed).
Decatur, Puppy in Training
Heavy Duty/Industrial Paper Shredder
Americana in KC
Harvey, Guide Dog
Spreading the word to the World
Dust off those
Memory BOoks
Next year, 2010, KSDS will
celebrate it’s 20th Anniversary.
We are excited about this major
milestone and want you to share
in our celebration.
Puppy raisers and graduates in the Kansas
City area have been spending their weekends
at the Americana Festival at Worlds of Fun
spreading the word about all the good work
KSDS is doing. This event was in partnership
with the Cadillac Club of Kansas City
which is hosting a car show helping to draw
attention to KSDS. Each weekend there are
presentations as well as lots of one on one
connections with the public. The dogs get
many great socialization opportunities as
well! Thanks to everyone who helped make
this a success!
Larry Braddy (Cadillac), Callie Yeater
(Ellsworth), Jenna Reid (Seville & Mosier),
DeAnna Wiggett (Catalpa), and Ryan
Vlcek (Breyer)
Thank You K-State
KSDS would like to give a big thank you to the
KSU CVM Class of 2010 for the Dog-N-Jog
contribution of $1500. A special thank you to
Eliot Linsenmeyer, Class of 2010 President,
for his work in organizing the event. KSDS,
Inc. appreciates the support from everyone at
K-State. You help make it possible to promote
independence and inclusion of individuals
with disabilities through canine assistance.
We are working on a digital
scrapbook of the past 20 years. If
you have photos you are willing
to share of memories associated
with KSDS and its mission being
fulfilled we would love to use
them. Do you have photos of
special events? Groundbreakings?
Fundraisers? Socials? Do you
have photos of places you’ve gone
or people you’ve met with your
dog? We are looking for it all and
more.
A Loving Tribute to a Faithful friend
KSDS Graduate Callie Yeater remembers her Service Dog Doc
(January 31, 1996-June 5, 2009)
Digital photos can be emailed
to [email protected]. Please
put “Digital Scrapbook” in
the memo line and include a
brief explanation of the photo.
Printed photos can be mailed
to KSDS, Inc., 124 W. 7th St.,
Washington, KS 66968. We’re
sorry, but printed photos cannot
be returned. Deadline for photos
is October 31, 2009.
Today I said goodbye to my working partner
of seven years. Today I said goodbye to my best
friend of the last eleven years. Today I did the
most loving thing, but the hardest thing I will
ever do.
Embassy, Breeder
Tonight I will remember how Doc loved to
work. Tonight I will remember how Doc threw
his head into his harness when it was time to
“Get dressed”. Tonight I will remember how
Doc gave me a reason to get up in the morning
when my mom had cancer.
Tonight I will remember how Doc barked
and howled with joy each time we returned
to KSDS. Tonight I will remember how Doc
would give me a look that said “I am here. I
love you.” every time I was unsure of myself.
Tonight I will remember how Doc “danced”
every time he got a rawhide chew.
Tonight I will remember how Doc used to
snore while I was in class and the whole class
would laugh. Tonight I will remember Doc’s
smile. Tonight I will remember Doc’s dork ears.
Today as Doc closed his eyes to our world, I
whispered in his ear “I love you. Run, run and
don’t look back!!” And then he was gone...
DeAnna Wiggett (Talpa, Puppy in Training), Nicole Green, (Mko, Guide Dog),
Applebee’s Manager, Lisa Rickards (Ellsworth, Puppy in Training)
Nine Dollars and Something Cents
Making a difference.
All of us were touched one day when we
received a handwritten letter from a group of
very young KSDS supporters. These kids were
introduced to KSDS through a puppy raiser
teacher who took
the time to teach the
children at her school
about
individuals
with disabilities and
the positive effects
canine assistance can
have on their quality
of life.
many other young people give of their
time, resources and money to help fulfill
the mission of KSDS, Inc. One remarkable
young lady donated all her birthday money so
someone else would
be able to achieve
independence
through
canine
assistance.
The unique ideas
they come up with
to raise money are
fun,
educational,
engaging,
and
touching to the heart.
Their imaginations
are their only limits.
The children were
impressed with the
idea someone would
raise a puppy and Amanda, with Holly (from Christmas litter)
at the KSDS booth during Amanda’s Dog
give it away so it Festival. All proceeds benefit KSDS.
could help someone
• Dog Festivals
else. Not only that, but the trained dogs were
• Fun Runs, Walk n’ Rolls
given at no cost to the qualified recipient!
• Dinner theaters, shows and performances
These outstanding young people jumped at
• Cow Bingo
the chance to help. The letter stated kids at
• Auctions
their school brought money and wish list
• Sewing gathering to make whelping blankets
• Car Washes
items to be donated to KSDS, but they wanted
• Parties - Birthdays, Anniversaries
to do something more. During their spring
• Garage Sales
break this small group of entrepreneurs used
• Lemonade & ice cream stands
sidewalk chalk to draw a maze and charged
• Pay to pet or kiss the dog
a small fee for playing through the sidewalk
• Guess the weight of the dog
maze. They also made friendship bracelets to
sell. The best part of the letter was when they
Never underestimate the results a small
proudly stated they made
gift may produce. When combined with
nine dollars and something cents!
the efforts of others, it has the potential to
achieve fantastic results. If all 5,000 homes
This represents just one of many fundraising
that received this newsletter sent in nine
efforts by young people wanting to help
dollars and something cents, and a team
others. We have had Girl and Boy Scouts,
placement costs $15,000….well, you can do
school classes, Leos Lions groups, and
the math….Fantastic Results!
Dine & Donate
Inside this newsletter you’ll find a
flyer for the next Dine & Donate
at two Applebee’s restaurants
in the Kansas City area. Join us
Friday, September 11 for dinner
at one of the two locations and
15% of your pre-tax total goes
directly to KSDS. Just remember,
you must have the flyer with you!
Take one for yourself and pass
one to a friend. Feel free to make
copies too! (More copies can be
printed off at ksds.org) We hope
to make this a regularly recurring
event. Help us make it a success
by spreading the word.
For those of you not in the
Kansas City area, consider getting
in contact with a local restaurant
and setting up an evening similar
to this in your area! It benefits
KSDS and gives your family a
nice evening out.
Dates to Remember
Sunday, September 13, 12 pm - 4 pm.
Porter Park in Prairie Village, KS
Presented by H&K Service Paws to raise
money for KSDS. Bring your pooch and
join us for a great time!
KSDS Fall Graduation
*NOTE THE DATE CHANGE*
Saturday, October 31, 11 am
Washington, KS
Celebrate the accomplishments of the new
teams. Tours of the CHU are also available.
Runza, Guide Dog
2nd Annual Amanda’s Dog Festival
Non-Profit Org.
US Postage
Donate Wisely
Information about KSDS can be
found on the following legislative or
charity evaluator websites:
• disabilityinfo.gov - A National
Resource Directory
• animalfunds.org - Animal
Charities of America
Houli, Breeder; Weber, Puppy in Training
• chcksmo.org - Community Health
Charities of Kansas and Missouri, Inc.
Summer 2009
• independentcharities.org –
Independent Charities of America
Permit #60
Washington, Ks
Address Service Requested
• guidestar.org - GuideStar
• gkccf.org - The Greater Kansas
City Community Foundation
PAID
KSDS, Inc.
124 West 7th Street
Washington, KS 66968
Dreaming of the Future…
DREAMING OF
THE FUTURE
Being born
Opening my eyes
Getting my teeth
Being weaned
Getting my own dish of Science Diet
Being placed with my puppy raiser
Growing strong and healthy with Science Diet
Learning Social and Obedience Skills
Returning to KSDS
Placed within a program
Matched with a partner
Partner hand feeding me Science Diet
Graduating as a newly certified team
Leaving KSDS
Arriving at my new home
Science Diet delivered to the door
Assisting in daily tasks
Traveling to new and exciting places
Creating new independence
Living a long, happy, productive life with
the help of Science Diet
Achmed, service dog, being hand fed
her Science Diet dinner which helps keep
her working at her best.
These are the dreams of a KSDS puppy. It
will be bright, healthy and full of love. The
Hill’s products will help him grow up healthy
and strong. His puppy raisers, trainers and
partners will care for him and teach him lots
of wonderful things and love him dearly. The
assistance he will provide his partner will be
invaluable, performing the tasks out of pure
loyalty and love. A life-long partnership will
be formed among all.