ABOUT US

ABOUT LIONS ASSISTANCE DOGS

Lions Assistance Dogs is a not-for-profit organisation providing life-changing Assistance Dogs to Australians in need, free of charge. Located in Verdun, South Australia, we provide Hearing Assistance Dogs, Medical Assistance Dogs and Psychiatric Assistance Dogs Australia-wide.

MISSION STATEMENT

To empower individuals by providing professionally trained Assistance Dogs at no cost to them. We are committed to enhancing lives with compassion and innovation while advocating for greater independence and inclusion.

VISION STATEMENT

To create a world where every individual and their Assistance Dog lives with safety, independence, and confidence, empowered by their transformational partnership.

LEARN MORE

Learn more about our life-changing Assistance Dog programs:

Hearing
Assistance Dogs

Medical
Assistance Dogs

Psychiatric
Assistance Dogs

OUR 5 CORE VALUES

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COMPASSION

Compassion drives our commitment to improving lives and showing kindness, care, and understanding for individuals and their well-being.

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INTEGRITY

Operating with integrity ensures trust, respect and transparency, both with our staff and the individuals we work with.

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RESOURCEFULNESS

The ability to effectively manage and allocate resources, allowing us to remain self-sufficient and continue providing services at no cost to clients, regardless of external circumstances.

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ACCOUNTABILITY

Having accountability for the well-being of our dogs and empowering the individuals we serve, always acting in the best interest of those we support.

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COLLABORATION

Working together with a wide range of stakeholders - employees, Lions, volunteers, allied health professionals, and individuals who receive Assistance Dogs - is essential for building a community and achieving our mission. Collaboration helps create a strong, supportive network to ensure successful outcomes.