Blindfolded For Nine Days…

No, it isn’t the concept of a new reality TVshow. It was an innovative class for some braveGDA Staff and Puppy Raisers. One of the mostchallenging things about working with GuideDogs of America is that few of us with sight canever truly understand what it’s like to be blind.Nor can we fully appreciate what it’s like tohave a wonderful guide dog change your life byfurthering your mobility and independence.

To get a little closer to that kind of understand-ing and appreciation, six GDA employees andtwo GDA Puppy Raisers recently underwent“blindfold training.” All the students wereblindfolded when the class began. The blind-folds remained on for nine days, while the stu-dents went through training in mobility, at firstwithout a dog, and later, with a guide dog.

This kind of training had never been done bya guide dog school before, and GDA’s presi-dent Jay Bormann has received complimentsand kudos for agreeing to such an innovativeprogram.

In this first of a two-part report on the experi-ences of the participants, the students explainwhy they gave up their vacation time to put ona blindfold and go to school.

• Andi Krusoe has been a GDA employee for14 years, and is currently GDA’s Admissionsand Graduate Services Manager: “I’ve seenhundreds of men and women attend our pro-gram and go on to continue their full and activelives. I’ve lived vicariously through their expe-riences by spending time with them and listen-ing to what they’ve told me. So when theblindfold class was offered, I jumped at thechance to stand a moment in their shoes.”

• Mike Carland works in the MaintenanceDepartment at GDA “I asked to be in theblindfold class just for the experience of it. Inthe years that I have been at GDA, I have won-dered how these incredible animals – guidedogs – really worked.”

• Nancy Hayes is GDA’s Data SystemsAdministrator: “I chose to take the classbecause I thought it would be the chance of alifetime. I have been both a Puppy Raiser andan employee of GDA. I thought being in theclass would bring me great insight and help mein both areas.”

• Rhonda Bissell is GDA’s DevelopmentCoordinator: “I was really curious to betterunderstand what it’s like to go through a classand learn to use a guide dog. From a Puppy

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Participants (seatedleft to right): RhondaBissell, Louise Grim,Judy Reilly, NancyHayes, Mike Carland,Dona Carruth, KristinPitt, Andi Krusoe.

Trainers (standing leftto right): Bob Wendler,Trina Began, YvonneMartin.

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Raiser’s perspective, I wanted to find out moreabout what my pup would go through. Obviously,I will never know what it’s really like to be blind,but this was an opportunity for a unique experi-ence in a safe environment.”

• Dona Carruth has worked in GDA’s kennelsfor nearly 15 years: “Every once in a great whilean opportunity arises which allows an individualthe chance to see into another’s world in such away that it alters that person’s view for life. It’sironic that a temporary loss of vision could helpyou to see, but that’s what I expected of this class.I have been a Puppy Raiser, worked in the kennel,the Puppy Department, cared for the boardingguide dogs at GDA, and the dogs in for training. Ihave seen dogs and people come and go for all thistime, but I wanted a more direct understanding ofWHY we do all this.”

• Louise Grim is a kennel technician at GDA:“I was interested in the experience of living as ablind person for 24 hours a day, every day. Iwanted to learn and experience what a studentmust face when in our class. I hoped that it wouldmake me a better employee, and maybe a betterperson.”

• Judy Reilly is a Puppy Raiser for GDA:“I wanted a tiny glimpse of what it must belike to not be able to see, and then to appreci-ate just what one of our wonderful pups cando to enhance your feeling of freedom andindependence.”

• Kristin Pitt is a Puppy Raiser for GDA: “ I mustadmit that when. the time for the class drew near-er, I got nervous. I worried that I’d feel claustro-phobic in a blindfold for nine days. But myhusband encouraged me to go, so I got up mycourage and joined the class.”

The fears that Kristin expresses were not unusual.Everyone worried about how they’d handle theblindness, the separation from home, issues of com-patibility with their guide dog … all the issues ourreal students deal with when they come to GDA.

To help the participants adapt to blindness, a spe-cial sponsor tried to prepare each student with acare package filled with items that would helpthem with their ordinary daily activities. A fewweeks in advance of the special blindfold class,she sent each participant a blindfold, a talkingwatch, textured paint and raised dots for markingbelongings, rubber bands, safety pins to clip out-fits together, and tips to prepare them for a worldwithout sight.

Despite these preparations, adjusting to a sightlessworld without any oreientation or mobility train-ing proved difficult for all the participants, whichonly made them appreciate working with a guidedog even more. In a way, the exercise presentedan accelerated experience of what a person who isblind lives through.

In the next issue of Partners, we’ll tell you whatthe participants had to say about their life-chang-ing experience. Hopefully, this will give you anew perspective on what it means to be blind,and how you help a guide dog change a life.

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PARTNERSNEWSLETTER

Published by: GUIDE DOGS OF

AMERICA13445 Glenoaks Blvd.

Sylmar, CA 91342 818/362-5834

818/362-6870 fax

EMAIL:mail@guidedogsofamerica.org

WEBSITE:www.guidedogsofamerica.org

EDITOR:Lorri Bernson

CONTRIBUTORS:Ann-Marie Biden

Jay BormannRhonda BissellMike CarlandDona CarruthDiona Durham

Louise GrimNancy HayesAndi KrusoeKristin PittJudy Reilly

Debbie SandsKristen Stauch

Come to the GDA FoundationAll Howls EveBowl-A-Thon!On October 17th, 2004, the GDA Foundationwill host a Howl-o-ween Bowl-a-thon at Canoga Park Bowlin Canoga Park, CA to raise money for GDA. Sign-in startsat 11:00 AM and the balls start rolling at Noon. The cost is$25 in advance, or $35 on the day of the event, andincludes shoe rental, three games of bowling, lunch, andone free raffle ticket. Or, if you just want to cheer on thebowlers, join us for lunch and get a free raffle ticket for $15in advance, or $20 at the door. It’s a great family event fora great cause. For more information go to GDA’s website atwww.guidedogsofamerica.org.

Special thanksto all the feder-al employeesand membersof the uni-formed armedservices whocontribute toGDA throughthe CombinedFederalCampaign.

Our designation number is 1807and you’ll find us listed underAnimal Charities of America in yourCFC brochure. Your extraordinarygenerosity continues to inspire us.

In about two years, a blind man orwoman will experience all thesethings thanks to this puppy.

Your CFC contribution helps Guide Dogs ofAmerica breed, raise and train extraordinaryguide dogs. For over 50 years, blind men andwomen have chosen to depend on thetrustworthy assistance of our intelligent guide dogs asthey strive to live their lives to the fullest.

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Over the years, many groups have held motorcy-cle rides for GDA. These events turned out tobe such great fun and great fundraisers to helpprovide guide dogs to people who are blind thatwe decided to hold our own last May.

When only 27 riders registered in advance, how-ever, we were afraid our first ride might be ourlast. But as the bikes rolled into our parking lot,it was clear that our first Ride for Guides wasgoing to be a roaring success. More than 125riders as well as their guests made the 80 mileround-trip through the Santa Clarita Valley. AtGDA and at each of three stops, we had pup-pies-in-training waiting to encourage and thankthe riders.

A delicious bar-becue and a greatraffle at theschool topped offthe day. With so much inter-est, and so many asking whenwe’d hold our next Ride forGuides, the decision was aneasy one. We’re already plan-ning for another ride nextMay. Thanks to all whohelped organize this greatevent, and to all who partici-pated. See you nextyear!!

The First – and definitely not thelast – GDA Ride For Guides

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We’re wishing and hoping that someof our friends will be able to donate:* NEW STANDARD PILLOWS for our

dorm – 20 needed

* FOUR-FOOT FOLDING PLASTIC TOPTABLES – two needed

* LIVING AIR PURIFIER

* THERMAL DOG CUSHIONS (XL –36”x54”)

* BISSELL STEAM MOP or EUREKAENVIRO STEAMER

* TWIN SIZE BLANKETS (comforter orflat type)

* STERILIZED BONES ANDNYLABONES – large 10”-12”

* COMMERCIAL OUTDOOR HEATERS –six needed

* TALL COMMERCIAL STANDINGFANS – five needed

* AWNINGS – 10’ x 10’

* NEW CRATES – ten #200 crates andten #300 crates needed

* TOP PERFORMANCE PRO PET BLOWDRYERS – two needed (availablethrough PetEdge)

WISH LISTWISH LIST

Forty years ago,Alice Munnings

made out a will andlisted International Guiding Eyes(now Guide Dogs of America) as oneof three charity beneficiaries. WhenAlice died in 2002 with no survivingheirs, her estate was worth $1.3 mil-lion dollars.

The original of Alice’s will could notbe found, however, and the desig-nated Trustee bank was no longer inoperation. This predicamentprompted the need to hire an attor-ney and delayed execution of Alice’sintentions. Given this uncertainty,several of Alice’s distant cousins dis-puted the will. Thankfully, the legalprocess eventually authenticated thewill, and the cousins dropped theirchallenge. GDA will soon receive avery generous gift made 40 yearsago!

Sadly, we have no record of Alice inour files. If you know anythingabout Alice, and her extraordinary

commitment to providing guidedogs for the blind, please call us.

Naming GDA in your will or trust asAlice did is a great way to help GDAplan for our long term financialhealth. Please let us know if youinclude GDA in your will or trust –or better yet, give us a copy of yourwill to help ensure that your wishesare carried out.

The following Partners in TrustSociety members also recentlyinformed us that they have includedGDA in their wills:

• Lorraine Barth

• Ida A. Masters

• Elizabeth Crawford McMurray

• An anonymous donor

For more information about addingGDA to your will and about the ben-efits of being a member of thePartners in Trust, please call RhondaBissell at (818) 362-5834, ext. 229.

PARTNERS IN TRUST… A generous gift made 40 years ago

Our dogs are part of the family, so they get their own stockings and their ownChristmas treats as well. These tapestry-style dog stockings are great for the spe-cial canines in your household… or buy them for the whole family. All proceedsgo to GDA, so your purchase helps provide guide dogs to those who need them.

Stockings are $20 if personalized, and $15 if not. Add $5 for shipping upto two stockings.

SPECIAL ORDERING INFORMATION: Fifty different dog breeds are available. For more information or to ship larger orders, call GDA at (818)362-5834, ext. 309. Please print names

for personalization in ALL CAPS and order by November 5 to ensure delivery before Christmas.

Make checks payable to Guide Dogs of America Foundation (GDAF) and mail to 19360 Rinaldi, #229, Northridge, CA 91326 (Do not mail in the enclosed envelope.)

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Class #343 students (seated) from left to right: DarinDobson and Paxton, Christy Moon and Walker,Kari Butler and Shasta, Brad Rollinson and E.J.,Karla Westjohn and Dreamer, Latice Harris andEmmett, Trey Walters and Phineas, (not shown)Roberta Huffman and Gem.

Instructors (standing) left to right: Bob Wendler, JoeBramlett, and Yvonne Martin.

Puppy Raisers (not pictured): Paxton – Barry Hayes,Walker – Roger Hansen, Shasta – Betty & KenIverson, E.J. – The Schmid Family, Dreamer –Nikole Bannerman, Emmett – Susan & BillRenwick, Phineas – Brenda Kenworthy &Howard Fitzer, Gem – The Steve & Teri JensenFamily.

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We all know how much our guide dogs improvethe lives of people who are blind, but recently, wereceived three separate reports of how our guidedog puppies-in-training can improve our educa-tion system. Maybe it’s time for a guide dogpuppy in every classroom and library!

Very SpecialEducation - Gordy

The students in DionaDurham’s special educa-tion classroom at theOlga Reed School in LosAlamos, CA, have a

wide range of abilities and range from kinder-garten to eighth grade. But they all have one thingin common – they love Gordy, Diona’s black Labguide dog puppy-in-training.

“Besides academic learning, social skills such asresponsibility, caring, sharing, persistence, trustworthi-ness, and most importantly, doing your best, are alsoimportant. Raising a puppy has brought meaning tothese character traits in a real life situation.

Since bringing Gordy to class, Diona noticedmarked improvement in several of her students.For example, one child, who previously had prob-lems fitting in with his peers, was elected StudentBody President of the entire 7th grade.

“It was an amazing year. Gordy brought love into ourclassroom, and it changed everyone!”

The Four-Footed LibraryGuide - Amelia

Ann-Marie Biden has been achildren’s librarian for morethan 17 years and believespassionately in her mission tolead children to the world ofbooks and information. To Ann-Marie, the idea ofbringing a guide dog puppy-in-training, whosefuture mission would be to lead her partnerthrough the world, fit perfectly with the mission ofthe Upland, CA library where she works.

The rest of the library staff wholeheartedly agreed,so Amelia, a black Lab puppy, became a daily fix-ture at the library. This provided an ideal trainingground for Amelia, and a wonderful opportunity

to educate children and theirparents about guide dogs.

“The lessons the children learn from Amelia are won-derful: You should always ask before petting a dog.At story time we sit quietly and listen. Yes, even dogshave jobs sometimes. Some people can’t see as well aswe can, so they can get helper dogs to guide them.”

When it came time for Amelia to be returned toGDA for training last February, it was decided thather most valuable role would be as a breedingdog. So, to the delight of the children, Ameliareturned to Ann-Marie’s home, and to her role atthe library.

The Value of a Guide Dog in-training in theClassroom – Drew and Marshall

College of the Canyons student Kristen Stauchwas told by many of her classmates how relaxingit was to have puppy-in-training Drew, a yellowLab, in the classroom, even though all he did wassit quietly at Kristen’s feet.

Kristen was intrigued by this feedback, so whenshe had to design a study for a psychology class,she attempted to measure the benefit. With thehelp of fellow GDA Puppy Raiser, PaulAppolinario and his puppy-in-training, Marshall,a yellow Lab, Kristen studied the effect of apuppy-in-training on high school students. Herinitial results were promising, so she’s expandingher study.

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Dogs like Amelia, Gordy, Drew and Marshall areso wonderful, it wouldn’t surprise us to find thatthey have a measurable effect on the stress level ofall the people around them. And the help theyprovide in classrooms and libraries is more proofthat these are some incredible dogs.

A Guide Dog Puppy In Every Classroom –Improving Education For All

Welcome to New GDA Employees!GDA is continually blessed to attract some hard-working dog andpeople lovers. The latest additions to our great staff are LauraBramlett who joins us as a Puppy Development Coordinator, JoeBramlett is an apprentice trainer, and Diane Anesi who is ournewest part-time Kennel Technician. Welcome to GDA!

TAKING A PAWSFOR THANKS

In addition to the many friends who make regular contributions by mail or payrolldeduction, GDA is grateful to those who conduct special events or donate goodsor services to help us carry out our work.

Wish List GraditudeWe are especially grateful for recent dona-tions of items from our Wish List—Thanks to all!

• Kari Weber donated a table and chairs for our kennel break room.

• William Grubbs donated lots of greattoys for our puppies to go home with when theyleave us to live with our Puppy Raisers.

• Judy Reilly and Nancy Hayes read our mindsand donated forty sets of newfluffy towels for our studentdorm before the request evenmade it to our Wish List.

• And an anonymous supporterdonated a much-needed groom-ing table for our dogs.

A Doggone BigThanks to Big DogSportswear!The Annual Big Dog Parade andCanine Festival has become ayearly treat for dog lovers. Thisyear’s 10th Annual parade fea-tured over 800 dog participantsand their owners dressed in oftenhumorous costumes. It also fea-tured Guide Dogs of America asthe Grand Marshal of the parade.

More than 10,000 spec-tators watched severalGDA graduates andtheir guide dogs leadthe parade through thestreets of Santa Barbara,CA, followed by GDAinstructors and more

than 40 puppies-in-training and their Puppy Raiserfamilies.

As Grand Marshal, GDA also received a portionof the proceeds from the day’s events. At the end ofthe day, Animal Planet’s Matt Gallant handed outprizes, but thanks to Big Dog Sportswear, GDA hadalready won the biggest prize. Thanks to all!!

Thanks to the People behind theCostumesThe Disneyland Cast Community Fund makesdonations in the name of the cast of Disneyland, andencourages employees to get involved in volunteeractivities. They graciously welcomed us to theirrecent expo, where GDA staff and Puppy Raisersanswered questions about GDA. Lady, a yellow labpuppy sponsored by the Fund, was a big hit with allwho attended the expo.

Thanks to all the members of the Disneyland castfor supporting our puppies-in-training!

Thanks to all who donate, volunteer or raisemoney for GDA. We are so grateful for your

dedication and hard work!!

PAWS

Guide Dogs of Americarecently lost a great

friend, who passed away on April 17,2004. Jim Edwards was a retired busi-ness representative for the InternationalAssociation of Machinists and AerospaceWorkers, District #190, who supportedGDA at every opportunity. He will besorely missed by his family, his friends,and by GDA.

We also recently lost two wonderful guidedogs, who gave a lifetime of service andcompanionship:• Decker – Class #296• McCoy – Class #293

Also, memorial gifts to GDA were madeon behalf of two U.S. soldiers who recent-ly served in Iraq.

• Leland “Mark” Potter died on June3rd, 2004 after service in Iraq. Markwas a highly decorated soldier and awonderful family man. He also leftinstructions to donate his eyes to theblind. His loss is mourned by hiswife, children, and loyal dog.

• Clayton W. Henson was killed inaction in Iraq on April 17th. Claytongrew up in Stanton, TX, and will bemissed by all, especially his parentsand grandparents.

I N M E M O R Y

Donate to GDA Just by Shopping!Several major retailers have set upprograms to contribute to GDAwhen you shop with them. All youhave to do is shop as you normallywould, and GDA wins! Here are thespecifics:

Albertson’s and Savon Drugs - CallGDA at (818) 362-5834 to request aCommunity Partners Card. Showyour card at checkout, along withyour Albertson’s Preferred SavingsCard, and 2-5% of your total pur-chase amount will be donated toGDA!

Ralph’s Groceries – If you are aRalph’s Club Card Member, callGDA at (818) 362-5834 to enroll inRalph’s donation program. Ralph’swill donate 2-4% of your total pur-chase amount to GDA.

Amazon.com – Whenever you shopat Amazon.com, remember to con-nect to the site through the link onour website (www.guidedogsofamer-ica.org). When you do, 7.5% ofyour purchase amount will bedonated to GDA.

These programs are a great way togive to GDA just by doing what youwould have done anyway.Thanks!

What Has Two Wheelsand Four Feet?

The answer is the unique partnership betweenmotorcycle riders across the country and our greatdogs. Over the years, many dedicatedand kindhearted members of theIAM&AW union (the union that found-ed the school over 50 years ago) haveestablished some remarkable motorcyclerallies to raise money for GDA.

• Minnesota Hawgs for Dogs Ride

• Tacoma Run for the Dogs

• New Bern, North Carolina Hawgs forDogs Ride

• Midwest Hawgs for Dogs Ride

• Ashland, Ohio Run for the Dogs

• Milwaukee Run for the Dogs

• Seattle Puppy Putt

Our grateful thanks go out to theIAM members and volunteers whorecruit, organize and implementthese fun annual events, as well asthe thousands who ride their bikesfor the camaraderie that comes from enjoying a good ride and helping a goodcause.

GDA cards… a popular way to spread holiday cheer to friendsand loved ones. Our cards come in packages of15 cards with matching envelopes.

A. Boy by Window (Inside message: blank) $10 per package plus $3 shipping & handling.

B. Two Pups (Inside message: blank) $15 perpackage plus $3 shipping & handling.

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HATS OFF TO ALL OUR OPENHOUSE GUESTS!

More than 1,000 guests showed up for our Annual OpenHouse on June 12, 2004 to learn about GDA, show theirsupport, have a great time, and wear silly hats. One ofthe highlights of the day, as usual, was the Puppy Trials.Guests of all ages enjoyed watching 150 puppies showoff their skills and strive to ignore distractions like food,farm animals and crowds. They also practiced using air-line stairs and demonstrated their obedience work.

Our third annual “Day With The Trainers” raffle was wonby Ann Benya and Suzanne Breaw. These two lucky win-ners have already enjoyed their special day with GDA’sdedicated trainers and some remarkable dogs.

And our Silent Auction was the biggest and best ever,and raised record amounts of funds to help provide

guide dogs to men and women who are blind.

Everyone who attended enjoyed the day immensely. Thanks to all who helped set up the OpenHouse (and cleaned up after), and special thanks to all who participated – especially those of youwearing outrageous hats!

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WHAT’S BLACK AND YELLOW AND FULLOF LOVE?GDA Labrador puppies, of course! Hereare our recent births:

Breed # of Puppies Date of BirthBlack Lab pups 2 6/14/04Black Lab pups 6 7/5/04 Black and yellow Lab pups 7 7/9/04 Black and yellow Lab pups 7 7/18/04Black and yellow Lab pups 9 7/25/04Black and yellow Lab pups 4 8/2/04

If you’d like to be a puppy raiser to one of these future guidedogs and live on the west coast, please call Louise Hendersonat (818) 362-5834, ext. 234.

PLEASE NOTEPLEASE NOTEPLEASE NOTEIf you receive multiple copies of Partners, please let us know so we canunclutter your mailbox and save GDA money. Please contact us atnewsletter@guidedogsofamerica.org or by mail at Newsletter, GuideDogs of America, 13445 Glenoaks Boulevard, Sylmar, CA 91342. Pleaselist all the names under which you receive Partners and let us knowwhich one is the correct one. Thanks!

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