Case Speaks at ECAD Graduation

Winsted – State Representative Jay Case (R-Winsted) spoke at the Ribbon Cutting and Inaugural Graduation at Educated Canines Assisting with Disabilities (ECAD) held on Wednesday, July 25th. ECAD’s mission is to train service dogs to help those living with disabilities. The first graduating class out of their Winsted facility included 7 canines.

“The work that this organization does for those diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities is integral to deliver life improving services to them and true companionship. ECAD will make a positive impact on our community and will serve residents across the entire state. I commend them for their efforts to this point and have full confidence that they will be successful for years to come,” stated Rep. Case.

ECAD’s mission is to enable people with disabilities to gain greater independence and mobility through the use of specially educated dogs.

Case concluded, “Many of these dogs are trained to turn on light switches, bring items over to their owners, as well as recognize emergency situations and act to remedy them. There are also opportunities for those in the community to get involved with ECAD through volunteering or donating.”

For more information go to www.ecad1.org.

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