We were delighted and proud to host Benzi Elkin with his PTSD service dog Lugo and our Senior Trainer Yariv Melamed, at our best-ever attended Annual Reception.
“When I was at my lowest, Lugo brought me back to life,” said Benzi. He openly shared the impact that his post-traumatic stress disorder had on his life – how it affected his personal relationships, his inability to work, to be in crowded spaces, even in traffic – it was all too much.
But now, eight months after being partnered with Lugo, he has a reason and a responsibility to get out of bed every morning. Lugo is there to help him calm down, sleep better, feel more confident to face the world and be a better husband, father and grandfather.
The event raised £40,000 that will fund two PTSD service dogs for two new clients on our waiting list.
Learn more about how you can help our PTSD Service Dogs programme for IDF veterans.
