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ICAN participating in Indianapolis Gives

The Indiana Canine Assistant Network (ICAN) is thrilled to participate in the first-ever Indianapolis Gives, a 10-day online giving challenge hosted by Indianapolis Monthly and sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company.

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New leash on life

ICAN Dolly helps her client Kevin live a more independent life.

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Ray of Hope

Meet ICAN Rainier: a facility service dog at Community Hospital Anderson. 

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ICAN Holiday Giving Guide 2024

Searching for a unique holiday gift that also supports an important cause? Look no further than ICAN! This season, give your loved ones a thoughtful gift that will not only bring joy but also help us make a real impact in the lives of our clients and those waiting for the life-changing gift of a service dog.

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ICAN launches first community training program

Having already successfully placed over 300 assistance dogs with Hoosiers in need, ICAN is gearing up to showcase for the community exactly what it takes to train a service dog with the launch of its first-ever Apprenticeship and Training Program.  

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An unbreakable bond

Frankie, a Mobility Assistance Dog, supports Andy Bridge, who is a T6 paraplegic, in leading an independent lifestyle.


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Transformative tails 

Facility Dog Connie, accompanied by her handler social worker, Miriam Neugebauer, plays a crucial role in providing support to numerous students attending Drauden Point Middle School in Plainfield, IL.


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Turning Tragedy into Triumph

Recently retired Jean Cranfill has become a full-time volunteer furlougher, and calls it "the best retirement gig ever."

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Teacher’s Pet

Long-time educator and ICAN volunteer Jeff Harrison teaches life lessons to children with the help of service dogs in training.

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Small but Mighty

Veteran and ICAN client Suzanne Smith's five-pound Yorkie proves dogs of all sizes can be service dogs.

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Swinging With The Big Dogs

Teenager and ICAN volunteer Kendall Stuckey has raised nearly $40,000 for local veterans in need of service dogs.


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Finding Purpose

Our proven prison program helps our incarcerated trainers learn the skills they need to successfully return to the community.


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Unleashing Potential

ICAN Basil is helping students at Rosa Parks Elementary School develop a love of learning.


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The Gift of Clare

ICAN Clare has become "the social bridge" for her client Kendall Spilker, encouraging him to try new things.


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