The Salem Area Women's Club's (SAWC) Community Engagement and Outreach committee proudly donated a crash crate to the Salem Police Department to ensure their comfort dog, Rhea, travels safely during car rides while on duty. Although only seven months old, this beautiful Labrador Retriever is already calm, friendly, and good-natured. Named after the Titan Greek god of comfort and ease, Rhea will continue her training under Officer Brian Lawrence's direction with the help of Hero Pups in Stratham, NH. In a few more months, she'll be a valuable resource for trauma victims by providing a therapeutic role as part of SPD's emergency response services. In addition, Rhea will give unconditional love and support to people on some of their most challenging days. Is there anything more comforting than the reassuring touch of a dog or the sight of a wagging tail?
Since 1926, the Salem Area Women's Club GFWC-NH (SAWC) has worked locally to be a power of good in our community, making a difference through philanthropy and outreach programs as well as fostering connections, awareness, and life-long friendships. SAWC currently stands at 90+ members and has donated more than $40,000 to nearly 50 community organizations throughout the past year. More information about the organization is available by calling 603-818-9172, visiting our Facebook Page or website (SalemAreaWomensClub.org), or emailing SalemAreaWomensClub@gmail.com.
