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Golden Dog Adventure Co. Partners with Cornerstone VNA

Golden Dog Adventure Co. Partners with Cornerstone VNA to Support Pet Peace of Mind Program

 

A Community-Driven Effort to Support Hospice Patients and Their Animal Companions

 

ROCHESTER, NH — Golden Dog Adventure Co. and Cornerstone VNA are proud to announce a partnership to raise awareness and funding for the Pet Peace of Mind® (PPOM) program at Cornerstone VNA, a compassionate initiative that ensures hospice patients can keep their beloved pets by their side during end-of-life care.

 

Through this collaboration, Golden Dog Adventure Co. will leverage its community of dog lovers to support Cornerstone VNA’s PPOM program through volunteer recruitment, awareness campaigns, and fundraising efforts. The synergy between the two organizations—both rooted in compassion, community, and the human-animal bond—creates a powerful alliance to care for people and their pets during one of life’s most vulnerable transitions.

 

“Pets are family, especially during difficult times,” said Jennifer Ufkin, RN, MSN, President/CEO of Cornerstone VNA. “As a Pet Peace of Mind partner since 2016, we’re able to provide practical support to patients who want to keep their pets close. Adding a new partnership with Golden Dog Adventure Co. gives us another wonderful way to engage pet lovers and recruit the volunteers we need to expand our services across New Hampshire and Maine.”

 

The partnership includes volunteer recruitment to help with pet walking, feeding, and rehoming support, as well as targeted campaigns during National Hospice and Palliative Care Month in November. Golden Dog Adventure Co. will also provide promotional support through events and social media outreach, encouraging its members to give back to the community in a meaningful way.

 

“Our community is passionate about pets and the people who love them,” said Traci Bisson, Owner and Founder of Golden Dog Adventure Co. “We’re honored to support Cornerstone VNA’s mission. Together, we can give peace of mind to patients and ensure their pets continue to receive the love and care they deserve.”

 

The partnership reflects a growing recognition of how pets play an essential role in emotional and physical wellbeing, especially during hospice care. With shared values and complementary strengths, Cornerstone VNA and Golden Dog Adventure Co. are creating a future where no patient has to choose between their health and their pet.

 

For more information or to volunteer, visit: https://cornerstonevna.org/ppom-vol

 

To learn more about Golden Dog Adventure Co., visit: https://goldendognh.com.

 

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About Cornerstone VNA:

Cornerstone VNA currently serves towns in Rockingham, Strafford, Belknap and Carroll Counties in New Hampshire and York County in Maine. The team at Cornerstone VNA provides award-winning care and support through five distinct programs: Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Life Care-Private Duty, and Community Care. For 112 years, Cornerstone VNA has been committed to bringing services to people of all ages so that families can stay together at home, even when facing the challenges of aging, surgical recovery, chronic or life-threatening illnesses or end-of-life care. To learn more about Cornerstone VNA, visit www.cornerstonevna.org or call 603-332-1133.

 

About Pet Peace of Mind®:

Pet Peace of Mind is a national program that helps care for the pets of hospice and home healthcare patients, including helping orphaned pets find a loving new home when necessary.  Pet Peace of Mind provides their program partners, such as Cornerstone VNA, with a turnkey solution to train local volunteers to help patients with their pet care needs and assist with foster and adoption.

 

About Golden Dog Adventure Co.:

Golden Dog Adventure Co., based in Barrington, NH, partners with pet professionals, local businesses, and nonprofits to create safe, inclusive, and enriching experiences for dogs and their people. Through outdoor adventures, training programs, and wellness events, the organization fosters strong human-canine bonds while building community connections. As part of its mission, Golden Dog works to raise awareness of its charitable partners’ vital work and generate financial support for their programs. Its collaboration with organizations like Cornerstone VNA’s Pet Peace of Mind program reflects a deep commitment to giving back and supporting those who care for animals—and the people who love them. To learn more, visit https://GoldenDogNH.com or call (603) 815-2453.

Garrison Players Arts Center is holding auditions

Garrison Players Arts Center is holding auditions for “It Runs In The Family”. A farcical comedy set in a hospital where Dr. Mortimore tries to deliver a lecture while fending off a paternity suit, an ex-wife, a daughter, and other characters, all while navigating the chaos of mistaken identities and running doors.

 

Auditions are set for Wednesday, July 9th and Thursday, July 10th, from 7 PM to 9 PM. Callbacks (if necessary) will be on Sunday, July 13th from 1 PM to 3 PM.

Garrison Players Arts Center, Corner of Roberts Road and Portland Ave (Rte 4), Rollinsford.

The play takes place in a London hospital. English accents (even if not perfect) are desirable for the characters.

Characters are (with age range):
Dr. David Mortimore (45-60)
Dr. Mike Connolly (28-40)
Rosemary Mortimore (40-60)
Dr. Hubert Bonney (45-60)
Matron (40-60)
Sir Willoughby Drake (60-80)
Jane Tate (40-50)
Sister (any age)
Leslie (18 – in appearance)
Police Sergeant (30-50)
Bill (40-70)
Mother (70-80)

Note: Ages are approximate and refer only to the age of the characters as they appear on stage. The age ranges are not intended to limit auditions for any particular character. It all depends on the illusion.

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script. Actors will be asked to fill out an audition form with contact information (phone and email).  Rehearsals begin week of August 18th.

Show dates: October 17–Nov 1, 2025.  For further information please contact Director: Jim Mastro at jim@mastromedia.com

Garrison Players Arts Center (GPAC) is a nonprofit, volunteer-based community theatre group dedicated to enriching the cultural life of the area by presenting high-quality theatrical performances geared for family audiences. Established in 1953, the Players encourage people of all ages to enjoy and participate in the many facets of the performing arts, and to help maintain the Garrison Players Arts Center. For more information about auditions, shows, volunteering, sponsorship, or GPAC, visit the website at www.garrisonplayers.org.

Lions Club President Honored

Dover, Rollinsford, and South Berwick Lions Club President Honored with Prestigious Award

June 18, 2025  Jennifer Halteman, President of the Dover, Rollinsford, and South Berwick Lions Club, was recently honored with the Lions International President’s Award—the fourth highest recognition in Lions International. The award was presented by District Governor Peter Lapointe (44-H) during the club’s June 18 meeting at Cara Irish Pub in Dover. Also in attendance for the presentation was District 44-H Cabinet Secretary Bob Bedrosian.

“This award recognizes Jennifer’s outstanding dedication and service to her local club,” said District Governor Lapointe.

In accepting the award, Jennifer remarked, “This honor reflects the hard work and commitment of our entire club. We’re proud of the contributions we’ve made to our community, and we remain committed to doing even more in the future. We welcome new members who want to be part of our small but growing club.”

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