I developed CRPS in 2005 and have been in chronic pain 24/7 ever since. Every day is a struggle and since 2009 when my CRPS began affecting
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Assistance Dogs NZ rely solely on donations to train and raise assistance dogs for New Zealanders with disabilities. As of May 2014, I have received my beautiful service dog but am continuing to raise money to ensure other New Zealanders can have their lives changed by an ADNZ dog.
Connie's arrival! 28 May 2014
Thank you to everyone who has donated so far. Connie arrived three weeks ago and what a time it's been. I've been learning HEAPS about working with a service animal but she's already made such a difference in my life. Even though Connie has now arrived, I am still continuing my fundraising as any money raised will help the next litter of puppies be trained to support other New Zealanders with disabilities :)