Milford Catholic Charities

The Nambale Cornerstone Project is a charitable foundation established in 2008 that focuses on transforming marginalized communities by educating, nurturing, and empowering their most vulnerable members. Primarily supporting the Nambale Magnet School in Western Kenya, the foundation provides education, shelter, and resources for AIDS orphans and other at-risk children. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the project is dedicated to addressing the needs of these communities through sustainable initiatives. By fostering a supportive environment for children, the Nambale Cornerstone Project aims to create lasting change and uplift the lives of those it serves. Generated from the website

K9 First Responders Inc. (K9FR) is a Critical Incident Mental Health Support organization based in Milford, CT, that employs trauma-informed care and zero-hour behavioral health management techniques to assist individuals affected by crises such as disasters, violence, and catastrophes. Their trained teams, consisting of handlers and specially trained dogs, provide crucial emotional and cognitive support to individuals, fostering resilience within communities and enhancing the overall mental health response. Through their compassionate approach, K9FR serves not only victims in need but also first responders such as police, fire, and EMS personnel, establishing effective helping relationships that encourage subsequent mental health support. Backed by scientific research, the organization emphasizes the importance of a respectful and empathetic first contact in the wake of trauma, leveraging the unique bond between humans and dogs to restore emotional equilibrium. Generated from the website