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A new life for Tobias - with Leo at his side
Tobias Meyer from Bremen was in the middle of life when a coronavirus infection threw him off course. The diagnosis:
ME/CFS – myalgic encephalomyelitis / chronic fatigue syndrome.
A severe neuroimmunological disease that is still incurable today.
Since then, nothing has been the same
Tobias is permanently exhausted. Light, noises, social contacts – all this can completely overstimulate him. A shopping trip, a visit to the doctor or even a short conversation can trigger a so-called “crash”: Days, sometimes weeks of complete powerlessness. Work? Unthinkable. Independence? A pipe dream.
And yet there is hope.
Leo - an assistance dog for ME/CFS
Leo is a black Labrador with a gentle nature and keen instincts. He can already sense when Tobias is overwhelmed. He will learn to support Tobias in everyday life:
- stabilize it when the circulation fluctuates
- Bringing objects, opening doors
- to warn him of overload at an early stage
- and simply give him the feeling: You are not alone.
“Leo doesn’t just give me help – he gives me hope.” – Tobias
Leo is trained by the non-profit organization Assistenzhunde Helfende Pfoten gGmbH. The work here is individual, loving and professional – with the aim of giving people like Tobias back a bit of dignity and independence.
That's why your donation is important
Support is needed so that Leo can stay by Tobias’ side permanently: the costs for training, care and support amount to around €30,000 – a sum that Tobias cannot raise on his own.
Help Leo fulfill his mission: as an animal companion, supporter – and beacon of hope.
By the way: The regional magazine buten un binnen reported on Tobias and Leo.
You can donate for Tobais and Leo here
Help Tobias find his way back to life with Leo.
Your donation provides security, support - and new hope.
Your donation provides security, support - and new hope.
