Praise For the Foundation

"You are doing great things for our wounded warriors and as a former soldier, I wanted to say thank you for all that you do."

Sincerely, Mark

"It is very inspiring and motivating to hear you speak so passionately about the great calling that you have: Pet Therapy. What a blessing you are to this world; and what a blessing it was to hear you share the highlights of your Adventure with Pet Therapy. We will be Therapy Pet Prayer Partners."

Sister Jo-Michele Sierra SSCJ
Director
Ministry for Persons with Disabilities
Archdiocese of San Antonio

"You go above & beyond every day."

Robin Goldman
Discovery Network

"OUTSTANDING! I LOVE IT!"

Patti Patton-Bader
Executive Director
Soldier's Angels

"What a wonderful video - so well done. Patsy seems to be a wonderful loving woman and it makes my eyes wet to see her dog with Shane. what a connection. thanks for sharing!"

Lori
Washington D.C.

"I just watched the Discovery Network's video and the work you are doing with therapy dogs is truly inspirational!"

Kirsten Munachen
Marketing & Development Director
Challenge Aspen
Snowmass Village, Colorado

"The work you do is remarkable!"

Sarah WilliamsVolf
Director of Programs
Challenge Aspen

"You are so incredible with your talent of expression... I am crying ... you are truly the most blessed individual I have met! You have managed to put words ... drawing a picture of my dear son.... it couldn't have been said better! God Bless You Patsy!"

Cindy Parsons
Mother of wounded soldier Shane Parsons

"I am very excited for you! It's a wonderful opportunity to raise awareness of AAT in the medical community. I have forwarded your message to all of NCTD (National Capital Therapy Dogs) and encouraged them to watch it on the Discovery Network."

Harvey Eisen

"WONDERFUL!!!!! You are really blessed - God is watching out for you and timed this perfectly!!!"

Congratulations, Mary Bryant
Vice President Founder/Director of Achilles Freedom Team of Wounded Veterans
Young men and women from Walter Reed & Brooke Army Medical Center & Balboa Naval Hospital

"Congratulations for a job well done and being recognized for the truly remarkable work you and your precious fur babies have been and are doing for our military personnel."

Blessings, Sandra

"I really love what you are doing. It helps the injured soldiers and there families. When I was spending time with Gracie I just forgot, for a second, how my life has changed. Thank you so much for taking your time to visit us here at the Fisher House."

Maria (wife of a wounded warrior)

"What a beautiful story! Thank you for sharing. I know that it made our hearts smile and brought a tear to our eyes :-) I would like to frame your story with a picture of Ryan and Gracie and proudly display it in my home with your permission. Thank you and Gracie for all you do for our soldiers--a smile in the heart is the best medicine."

LTC Richard and Cheri Casper
Temporary Resident - Fisher House

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"Just finished the book (Penny's From Heaven: Stories of Healing). It's clear that Penny is an unusual dog and one whose therapy activities deserved preserving. And it's equally true to me that you weren't just 'the person at the other end of the leash.' Many times, you took an active part in bringing comfort to someone who was hurting. I salute both you and Penny for your work."

"Oh, Patsy! It was worth the drive to come up and meet you and I so appreciate the gift of the autographed book. I read it last night and loved it. Boy, can I identify with some of the visits. Even when there doesn’t seem to be anything dramatic happening, it’s still the connection. It’s the most worthwhile thing I’ve ever done in my life and Payson is all I could ever have hoped she would be in the visiting situations. I was so happy when we passed with Delta two years ago that I started crying."

"I'm so happy to hear that Penny turned 12! Wow! Please give her hugs and kisses from fans up in Indiana, and tell her that we think she is literally the most gorgeous soul we have ever seen. (It must be a delight for you just to be able to look at that gorgeous face all day long!) Thanks again and love from Indiana,"

"I just saw the segment on SA Living and I wanted to tell you how fabulous it was. Great exposure for the foundation. Gracie and Penny were awesome too! Keep up the great work, Patsy!"

"Our congregation and choir met about a dozen therapy dogs who took part in our 'Patriotic Pops and Pups' Concert in July 2007. We were so amazed and awestruck by the mission of these dogs and the folks who do such remarkable work with them with our country’s wounded heroes that we ‘adopted’ Penny’s from Heaven Foundation on the spot! Coker United Methodist has received a wonderful blessing associating with Patsy, Penny and the PFH foundation.”

Rev. Dave Collett
Minister of Music and Arts Coker United Methodist Church
San Antonio, TX

"What I learned is working with my dogs has made me closer to them, that they actually have become my partner--we look to each other for what to do, and how to do it. I love your writing. It never bores me. It inspires me. I am honored."

Rich Schad, Boulder Colorado Delta Society

"Soldiers' Angels would like to thank the Penny's From Heaven Foundation who continues to show the true American spirit. From donating an amazing amount of much needed items for our Military Working Dogs deployed overseas to visiting our wounded warriors stateside, PFHF is always offering their services for our Heroes. As we prepare for the New Year, the generosity and dedication of Patsy Swendson, the PFHF volunteers and the wonderful donors give us so much hope in being able to continue providing support for our deployed troops as well as those stateside. It is well known the power and spirit of the dog is all encompassing, from combat to crisis to celebration. PFHF ensures each of our Heroes is given the chance to receive it. It is truly an honor and a blessing to have PFHF join forces with Soldiers' Angels in this much needed mission."

Kassie Claughton, Chairman K-9 Soldier's Angel

"Thanks for sharing your photos! It made us all here a lot more appreciative for the jobs our troops do and made Thanksgiving a little more meaningful this year. And your work with your dogs continues to be inspiring, not only to your patients, but to all who see and hear about what you do!"

Richard A. Bellacosa, DPM San Antonio Podiatry Association

"Dear Ms. Swendson, I am writing to thank you (Penny's From Heaven Foundation) for the large amount of toys, treats, dog goggles, dog booties and everything else. All of my Military Working Dog teams were very grateful and appreciative of your kind and generous gifts. The MWD's also enjoyed the toys and treats. Thanks again for thinking of us. Take Care."

William, Task Force Guardian K-9, Deployed Iraq

"YOUR group was AWESOME ... and made the news too! Congratulations!!! Keep up the good work!"

Mary Bryant
Achilles Vice President Founder/Director
Achilles FREEDOM TEAM of Wounded Veterans

"I could not go to sleep as you have awakened me to serve again with passion. I so appreciate you as a person and know that you are very special. I hope I can help you further your education and spread the word with positive energy. I hope I can return the favor back to you some day."

Michelle Boulder, Colorado