5+5+5 is how we make our impact. 5 minutes, 5 times a month, impacts 5 lives. In the time it takes to watch a commercial break on TV, you can call someone in your contact list who might be going through a tough time and check up on them. It could save their life. During your conversation, if you feel like there is something that IAAOH could assist them with, share our website with them. We have resources to help anyone who reaches out including other veterans and first responders who will lend a listening ear.

IAAOH serves veterans, first responders, doctors & nurses, and other professionals who have, or are prone to developing, disorders that lead to suicide. We also support children and spouses of these heroes, helping them all through this battle we call life.

Financial support can be sent via the "Donate" button at the top of every page of our website, or through this link: Donate to IAAOH If you are unable to make a financial contribution, help us spread the word! Sharing our official information and posts on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter) makes a huge difference to our efforts.

Yes! To sponsor a dog and their human, you can Contact Us.

The purpose is to match a human handler who has increased risk for suicide, such as those diagnosed with TBI, PTSD, or any number of other issues, with a service dog that will give them the chance to thrive.

Training costs depend on a dog's age; training younger dogs costs more. The first phase of training for an adult dog ranges between $1400 and $3000. For the full 76 weeks of training for a service dog and human handler, the cost is upwards of $15,000. Thanks to generous donors, we have been able to reduce that cost to $10,350.

A dog. People who wish to bring their own dog can do so as well. For more information on this contact us at servicedogs@iaaoh.org in advance. Tools & needed supplies such as food, toys, and flea & tick medication. First shots and spay/neuter surgery. Pet insurance for the first year Complete Service dog training which complies with AKC standards. Chosen applicants must comply with organizational policies on training and ongoing support. Healthcare for the dog and check ups for the handler. We strive to provide for the complete needs of the dog the entire time, from health, training, toys, and support.

Service dogs and their handler need to work with our teams on the dogs training. While they do that, they will also make an effort to raise funds to offset the dog's training costs.

You can fill out an application here: Apply for a Dog The IAAOH board will review your application and reach out to you directly if approved.

Any funds raised in connection with IAAOH service dogs directly cover veterinary costs, toys, food, training, and approved incidentals that may occur.

Yes. IAAOH is a registered 504 Non-Profit with the state of Iowa. You can see our registration status on the Iowa Secretary of State site here: sos.iowa.gov We are currently working with the IRS to become federally registered.