NZ Epilepsy Assist Dog Trust

20/09/2024

It is with great sadness that our founder and Trustee Andrea Hawkless has passed away. Andrea knew from personal experience that not all epilepsy can be controlled by medication alone when her son died after a seizure. Andrea formed NZEADT in 2007 to enhance the lives of many whose epilepsy significantly affected their daily lives. She was much loved by everyone associated with the Trust (and the dogs) and will be greatly missed. Our condolences to Andrea’s husband Jim and her family. RIP Andrea 💜

08/08/2024

Today is the start of International Assistance Dog Week, honoring service dogs' dedication and recognizing their special skills and how they make a difference to people living with disability. Did you know that New Zealand has 8 organisations that can certify disability assist dogs and are all charitable trusts relying on the generosity of others to train, take care of their dogs, and connect them with a human? Check them out today and show your support this week Assistance Dogs New Zealand Trust Hearing Dogs for Deaf People NZ K9 Medical Detection NZ K9 SEARCH Medical Detection Mobility Dogs NZ Epilepsy Assist Dog Trust Perfect Partners Assistance Dogs Trust Blind Low Vision NZ

24/07/2024

Seizure First Aid -1
It's important to practice responding to seizures to feel confident in providing first aid. Make sure to allocate time for a "seizure drill" to rehearse each person's role if a seizure occurs. Practicing what to do when witnessing a seizure can help everyone feel more confident in providing seizure first aid. It's important to set aside time for a 'seizure drill' to practice what each person will do if a seizure occurs.

23/05/2024

Thanks to AA Pet Insurance for continuing to support our organisation. We really appreciate it!

16/04/2024

A huge thanks to Greg Thurlow who recently ran the Rome Marathon (in 2.57.29) and raised $2,571 for the Trust. Greg’s sister Steph has Chester, an epilepsy assist dog.
This sort of support is greatly appreciated! 🐾💕🐾

08/08/2023

Yesterday Kate said goodbye to her devoted assist dog Roxy who has been by her side for over 10 years. Roxy changed Kate’s life for the better in so many ways and she will be missed so much by Kate and her family. RIP Roxy
Photo credit: Bevan McClay

14/03/2023

Kiri and her assist dog Tyson visited Room 15 today at Pukekohe Hill School to talk about Epilepsy and assist dogs as part of Neurodiversity week. It is also Brain Awareness month in March so it was a perfect opportunity to raise awareness. Tyson was very good & got lots of pats - it looks like he has made a bunch of new fans!

03/10/2022

Very proud of our team Meg & Milly!
AA Pet Insurance are our supporters and sponsors again this year. For every pet insurance policy sold, NZEADT receive a donation!

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