Open Door Veterinary Collective has announced a $1.9 Million grant from the Dave & Cheryl Duffield Foundation, a private charitable foundation based in Incline Village, Nevada, to develop and implement the Yes to Care program. This three-year unique collaborative pilot program will provide solutions for veterinary teams, and ultimately pet families, to address the rising cost of veterinary care.
Open Door Veterinary Collective has partnered with Varidi and The myBalto Foundation to deliver the Yes to Care Program. Participating veterinary practices will be supported with training, tools and $5,000 to kickstart practices’ Angel Fund to help clients say yes to treatment recommendations:
- Open Door Veterinary Collective provides skill building for staff to build comfort and competence handling financial conversations, helping teams know how and when to present financial and care options.
- Varidi provides guaranteed, in-house payment plan software, so clinics can offer flexibility without credit checks and financial risks.
- The myBalto Foundation provides a customized practice angel fund that allows tax-deductible donations, fundraising opportunities, and guidance, ensuring there’s always a safety net for cases where flexibility alone isn’t enough.
Financial Barriers are Limiting Access to Care
A recent Gallup survey indicates that 94% of veterinarians say that clients’ financial considerations sometimes or often limit their ability to provide care. A second Gallup survey found 52% of U.S. pet owners skipped needed veterinary care in the past year, with 71% citing cost as the key factor. As a result, millions of pets go without care they need…