Golden PAWS Assistance Dogs, a Naples-based non-profit organization that provides no cost, highly skilled assistance dogs to combat-wounded veterans, first responders and children with life-changing disabilities, launched the Children’s Courtroom Assistance Program in partnership with the Naples Police Department.
This new initiative will serve the 20th Judicial Circuit of Florida to provide compassionate, trauma‑informed emotional support to children navigating court‑related proceedings.
The presence of Golden PAWS Crisis Care K-9s helps reduce anxiety, fear, and emotional distress during what can be an overwhelming experience, especially for children facing the justice system for the first time…