I am a survivor of sexual abuse which started at a very young age and lasted almost a decade. In the 60's, the common solution to stop the abuse was to counsel the abuser, not the victim. While struggling with feelings of fear, anger and confusion, the only true comfort I found was with animals. I truly had lost my childhood.

As an adult, I focused my pain in trying to help others. Working as a school bus driver I ensured the safety of disabled and neglected children as they traveled to and from school. In 1988, I earned my degree as a Registered Veterinary Technician, allowing me to give the gift of healing back to animals. I used my knowledge and experience to bring children and animals together in education programs. In 1998, I volunteered at a temporary safe house that aided abused children.

Out of that experience, the concept of PAWWS To Heal was born. With help from professional counselors, physical therapists and my expertise, children will have a safe path in their journey through life in a pawwsitive way.

Toni Schriver, RVT
Founder/ Executive Director

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