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The Pet Cottage Post

You know The Pet Cottage serves The role of forever
pets who lose their humans due to guardianship is essential to
death, disability, or deployment. The Pet Cottage’s mission.
But did you know, they are also Many of The Pet Cottage
committed to helping senior pets are senior pets that have
people and the loneliness crisis health issues and require
many of them face? Take Paulette, more resources. Their
a senior with a chronic illness that forever promise to each pet
keeps her at home most of the time. in their care means that no
In November of 2023, Paulette, a widow in her late 60s, matter what happens to a
became Forever Guardian to Arya the gray tabby cat. Paulette guardian, the pet will have
often sleeps late and has little energy. She was feeling lonely a loving home.
and distraught. She discovered The Pet Cottage and knew this Cynthia, Gigi and Dr. V Claire and Dashie Girl Becoming a Forever Wendy and Zack
could be a way she could share her home with a pet without Guardian is a unique
worry. Arya needed a home when her person joined the Coast ● What will happen to my pet if something happens to me? opportunity to share your heart and home with a pet
Guard and Paulette desperately needed companionship. This ● What if my pet needs medical care I can’t afford? and have the full support of The Pet Cottage.
was a match made in heaven. ● What if I am unable to care for my pet long-term? Do you feel called to open your home to a pet who has
Paulette says, “Arya gives me purpose and gets me out ● I want a pet in my life, but need backup support just lost their human?
of bed. She makes me laugh and has made a difference in in case. The Pet Cottage provides and covers the cost of all
my every waking hour. I recently had family visit and they This is where The Pet Cottage Lifelong Guardianship medical care – routine, specialty, emergency, and even
noticed a huge change in my happiness and disposition.” Program shines by providing seniors and people with prescription medications and preventatives – for their pets,
The Pet Cottage acknowledges the loneliness and disabilities – who otherwise might not feel comfortable with forever. Forever Guardians provide food for their pet, along
hesitancy many senior people feel when it comes to pet full pet ownership – the opportunity to experience the joys with lots of tender love and care, of course!
ownership. of pet companionship. Your guardianship commitment means pets avoid shelters
and instability and find happiness, a warm bed, and a doting
companion for life.
To apply to become a Guardian visit https://www.
thepetcottage.org/forever-guardian-application.
The Pet Cottage is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit located in
Jupiter Farms that celebrates and protects the magical
relationship between people and pets. We provide
homestyle care for pets who lose their humans due to
death, disability, or deployment.
We provide pet companionship for senior people and
cover all veterinary expenses. We are a promise, and our
promise means forever. You are invited to join our pack!
The Pet Cottage
747-PALM Wendy Derhak, Founder/Executive Director
Call (561) 818-5025 for more information
747-7256 www.thepetcottage.org

Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival from page 4

pre-show entertainment. Visitors are invited to bring
a beach chair, blanket and picnic basket, or enjoy on-
site concession. Admission is free with a suggested
donation of $5 per person.
Shakespeare by the Sea XXXIV is a coproduction of
the Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival, Inc. and Palm
Beach County Parks and Recreation. Grant funding is
provided by the State of Florida Division of Cultural
Affairs, Publix Supermarket Charities, and the Cultural
Council of Palm Beach County through the Board of
County Commissioners. Shakespeare by the Palms
IV is presented by The Village of Royal Palm Beach.
Additional sponsors include Gary and Katherine Parr,
Frank Cona and Lisa Calberg and an anonymous
donor. In-kind sponsors include The Benjamin School,
Florida Weekly and Palm Beach Atlantic University.
Private and corporate sponsorships are still available.
To learn more about sponsor opportunities, please
email elizabeth@pbshakespeare.org.
About The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival
The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival is a 501(c)(3)
professional theater company dedicated to enhancing
the accessibility and appreciation for Shakespearean,
classic and contemporary theater for all ages and
socioeconomic levels. For more information about
the festival, its history or its season, please visit www.
pbshakespeare.org.