Each day, approximately 22 veterans with post-traumatic stress take their own lives. To address this issue, County Materials partners with Patriot K9s of Wisconsin to combat suicide, depression, and anxiety among veterans in Central Wisconsin. Patriot K9s pairs veterans with service dogs and connects them with essential resources that enhance their daily lives.
The service dogs are rescued from local shelters and trained to become highly skilled emotional support companions, specifically addressing challenges related to PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, and military sexual trauma. At no cost to the veterans, Patriot K9s of Wisconsin provides comprehensive training and education to develop high-quality Service Dog Teams.
Through the Sonnentag American Foundation, County Materials supports worthy organizations like Patriot K9s. We partner with organizations that support individuals in four key service areas: Hunger & Homelessness Support, Service Member & Veteran Support, Sexual Abuse & Domestic Assault Services, and Mentoring & Skills Building.
