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Connecticut native Todd Higgins has been part of the Fidelco family for over 40 years- he partnered with his first Fidelco guide dog, “Promise,” in 1984. Todd is now working with his fifth Fidelco guide dog, “Fergus,” and says it’s his love of German Shepherd Dogs and our In-Community Placement…
MoreVolunteers are critical to Fidelco’s success. We are grateful for the hundreds of volunteers who support nearly every aspect of our work. From administrative and event support to raising and socializing future guide dogs, Fidelco’s mission is dependent, in large part, on the dedication of volunteers. As Volunteer Puppy Raisers,…
MoreWhen we say we’re there for our clients for the lifetime of the guide dog partnership- 24 hours per day, seven days per week- we mean it. Since the average Fidelco guide dog partnership lasts a decade or more, changing circumstances are inevitable. Whether it’s a client’s move to a…
MoreThe Honorable David S. Tatel, retired judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit Court and Fidelco client, has recently published his memoir, Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice. Judge Tatel was previously the subject of an article in the fall 2020 edition of…
MoreFidelco is honored to have been selected as Suburban Suburu’s hometown charity for the 12th year in a row, receiving a gift of $44,900. Subaru’s Share the Love event allows retailers across the country, like Suburban Subaru, to give back to their communities. Fidelco is one of more than 2,300…
MoreChris Norwood was inspired to become involved with Fidelco while at a work event where Paralympic athlete and Retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Brad Snyder was the guest speaker. “To see firsthand the bond Brad had with his Fidelco guide dog and the impact the dog had on his life was…
MoreThe special partnership between Fidelco and Lions Clubs throughout Connecticut and New England in service to individuals who are blind continued to flourish in 2023-2024. More than $80,000 was donated and many collaborative events were held. Support from the Connecticut Lions Eye Research Foundation and generous matching donations from the…
MoreAs part of an ongoing commitment to provide the highest quality veterinary care to our German Shepherd Dog colony, Fidelco hired Dr. Arnold Goldman in December of 2023 as our consulting veterinarian. Dr. Goldman is the founder and owner of Canton Animal Hospital in Canton, CT. He has been in…
More“I thought about getting a guide dog for a long time,” says first-time Fidelco guide dog user Janet Gerster. “For most of my life, I had enough vision to travel independently.” Janet’s vision continued to deteriorate due to retinitis pigmentosa, and she begun using a cane. The cane was helpful,…
MoreThe E. Matilda Ziegler Foundation for the Blind’s support of Fidelco’s mission spans more than 25 years and has changed the lives of countless individuals. The Foundation’s history dates back to 1928 when Electa Matilda Ziegler established the E. Matilda Ziegler Foundation, Inc. for the Blind, Inc. The Foundation was…
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