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Empowering Veterans through
Animal Bonding -- Technology -- Education & Outreach -- Veterans Peer Support
Veterans, having served and sacrificed their lives, deserve unwavering support and recognition for the unique challenges they face. It is our duty as a community to provide them with meaningful opportunities, dedicated resources, and innovative programs that honor their service and foster well-being.
At the Animal Bonding Center, we are committed to supporting veterans through tailored programs that combine the power of animal bonds with cutting-edge technology and social-emotional learning. These experiences are designed to bring comfort, connection, and resilience, helping our heroes transition into civilian life with strength and dignity.
In Partnership with Bunny Gurus (#1 Rated Therapeutic Bunny Program in SF Bay Area) & DeepSAFE Technology (Deeper Security and Safer Technology for People and Enterprises).
Conduct individual and group animal-bonding sessions where veterans interact with our trained companion animals under guided facilitation. These sessions are designed to encourage connection, resilience, and emotional well-being through the positive impact of human-animal relationships. Programs will be offered both on-site and at designated community veteran centers.
Objectives: Encourage positive coping, promote meaningful interactions, and support a greater sense of belonging.
Expected Outcomes:
Greater sense of calm and relaxation
Improved overall mood and outlook
Increased opportunities for social engagement and connection
Tech-Enhanced Animal-Bonding Monitoring
Tech-Enhanced Animal-Bonding Monitoring
In partnership with DeepSAFE Technology and other technology collaborators, we are developing a secure, user-friendly digital platform that combines traditional digital engagement tools with immersive virtual reality (VR) experiences.
This platform will allow veterans to explore VR-based environments that simulate calming natural settings or replicate positive animal-bonding interactions. Veterans will also be able to track their wellness goals, access supportive content, and share experiences with their communities.
We envision the platform integrating advanced data analytics to provide personalized insights and recommendations based on user input and participation, helping make animal-assisted wellness more accessible through technology.
Objectives: Provide immersive, real-time support through engaging VR experiences; encourage consistent participation in wellness activities; and enable personalized adjustments based on user feedback.
Expected Outcomes:
Increased engagement with immersive VR wellness experiences
Higher participation rates across programs
Enhanced personalization of content to better meet the needs of veterans
Outreach and Education Workshops
Outreach and Education Workshops
Organize a series of educational sessions focusing on wellness awareness, social-emotional learning, coping strategies, the science of animal bonding, and available community resources. These workshops will be offered in partnership with local veterans’ organizations and delivered in both live and recorded formats, accessible through an online portal.
Objectives: Educate veterans and their families about wellness practices, recognizing early signs of stress, and the supportive resources available to them.
Expected Outcomes:
Increased knowledge about emotional wellness and self-care practices
Reduced stigma around seeking support and community resources
Greater utilization of wellness and educational programs
Veterans’ Peer Support Network
Veterans’ Peer Support Network
We are working on developing a structured peer support program that trains veterans as animal specialists. The program includes regular meetings, both virtual and in-person, where veterans can share experiences, offer support, and receive guidance from peers and mental health professionals.
Objectives: Foster a supportive veteran community, strengthen coping and resilience skills, and create opportunities to exchange effective approaches to well-being.
Expected Outcomes:
Improved awareness of personal wellness strategies
Increased participation in educational and supportive activities
Stronger integration within the veteran community
Leading with Compassion: Advanced Care for Veterans.
Leading with Compassion: Advanced Care for Veterans.
In partnership with DeepSAFE Technology, and other interested technology companies the Animal Bonding Center is actively working to integrate innovative approaches, including animal bonding sessions, tech-enhanced Animal Bonding monitoring with virtual reality, outreach and education workshops, and a structured peer support network to holistically address the mental health needs of veterans. Incorporating therapeutic animals and immersive VR technology, these programs not only enhance treatment effectiveness and access to mental health services but also emphasize social-emotional learning to foster overall emotional and cognitive well-being.
Our methods are grounded in research-based practices that highlight the many benefits of human–animal interactions. Studies show that animal bonding experiences can promote emotional well-being, support resilience, and help reduce stress, particularly among veterans.
Collaborative Partnerships
Collaborative Partnerships
In collaboration with Bunny Gurus, we provide specially trained bunnies that play a crucial role in our animal bonding sessions, enhancing emotional connectivity. DeepSAFE Technology ensures all our digital interactions and data handling are secure, maintaining the privacy and safety of our veteran participants.
Our team consists of scientists, engineers, and experienced coordinators, all with extensive backgrounds in community building and program development. Continuous professional development ensures our staff remain at the forefront of innovations in animal-assisted wellness, veteran engagement, and community support.
We pride ourselves on cultural competence, ensuring our programs and experiences are sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of veterans. Our team undergoes regular training in cultural awareness, and we design offerings tailored to honor the unique experiences of different veteran communities.
Through our partnership with Bunny Gurus and DeepSAFE Technology, we have been fortunate to pursue this mission to bring animal bonding everywhere in person and in the digital world.
Your generous donation helps us provide life-changing animal-bonding experiences and wellness programs to those in need.
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