Updates

Client Story: Todd Higgins and “Fergus”

Connecticut native Todd Higgins has been part of the Fidelco family for over 40 years- he partnered with his first Fidelco guide dog, “Promise,” in 1984. Todd is now working…

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Volunteer Story: The Helming Family

Volunteers are critical to Fidelco’s success. We are grateful for the hundreds of volunteers who support nearly every aspect of our work. From administrative and event support to raising and…

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Fidelco Staff: Above and Beyond

When we say we’re there for our clients for the lifetime of the guide dog partnership- 24 hours per day, seven days per week- we mean it. Since the average…

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Vision: A Memoir of Blindness and Justice

The Honorable David S. Tatel, retired judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit Court and Fidelco client, has recently published his memoir, Vision: A…

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Suburban Subaru check presentation to Fidelco

Donor Spotlight: Suburban Suburu

Fidelco is honored to have been selected as Suburban Suburu’s hometown charity for the 12th year in a row, receiving a gift of $44,900. Subaru’s Share the Love event allows…

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Chis Norwood sitting on grass with Leeta.

Volunteer Story: Chris Norwood

Chris Norwood was inspired to become involved with Fidelco while at a work event where Paralympic athlete and Retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Brad Snyder was the guest speaker. “To see…

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New Lions-funded Fidelco van

Lions Club Partnership Continues to Flourish

The special partnership between Fidelco and Lions Clubs throughout Connecticut and New England in service to individuals who are blind continued to flourish in 2023-2024. More than $80,000 was donated…

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Dr. Arnold Goldman sitting on floor with VetMed staff sitting around him.

Fidelco’s Veterinary Medical Department Welcomes Dr. Arnold Goldman

As part of an ongoing commitment to provide the highest quality veterinary care to our German Shepherd Dog colony, Fidelco hired Dr. Arnold Goldman in December of 2023 as our…

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Janet sitting with Trooper sitting in between her legs.

Client Story: Janet Gerster and “Trooper”

“I thought about getting a guide dog for a long time,” says first-time Fidelco guide dog user Janet Gerster. “For most of my life, I had enough vision to travel…

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Donor Spotlight: The E. Matilda Ziegler Foundation for the Blind

The E. Matilda Ziegler Foundation for the Blind’s support of Fidelco’s mission spans more than 25 years and has changed the lives of countless individuals. The Foundation’s history dates back…

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