PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support)

To assist in the fulfillment of EFA's mission, PAWS provides education and services to people living with HIV/AIDS so they can keep pet companions as long as possible.  PAWS strongly believes in the human/animal bond of companionship and works hard to ensure that clients do not experience the loss of pets due to financial hardship, lack of transportation, or hospitalization.  Pets provide a source of unconditional love and support that is irreplaceable to people living with HIV/AIDS.

How PAWS Helps People and Their Pets

• Provides pet food and supplies
• Allows access to discounted veterinary services
• Supplies heartworm and flea and tick prevention medications
• Facilitates pet education for people with suppressed immune systems
• Coordinates transportation to veterinary appointments
• Schedules foster care when owners are temporarily unable to care for their pets
• Supports finding a new home for their pet if necessary

How You Can Help PAWS

• Donate gift cards for pet food and supplies
• Financial donation
• Assistance on food day
• Delivery of food and supplies
• Transportation of pets
• Emergency foster care