Honoring Aidan’s Legacy
In December 2024, we said goodbye to our beloved Hugging Doodle, Aidan.His mission was simple yet powerful: to spread love, comfort, and healing wherever he went.
Through the Love and Hugs Mental Health Foundation, we carry his spirit forward—breaking the silence around mental health and creating programs that support families, veterans, youth, and workplaces.
Who We Are
The Love and Hugs Mental Health Foundation is dedicated to making mental health support accessible and compassionate for everyone. We believe no one should face mental health struggles alone—and every community deserves hope, connection, and resources to heal.
Our Initiatives
Our united initiative focuses on five pillars of impact:
- Veteran Partnerships & Alliances – Providing healing programs and therapy dog support for those who served our country.
- Youth & Teen Mental Health – Creating safe spaces, education, and resources to empower the next generation.
- Workplace Mental Health Advocacy – Partnering with organizations to foster healthier, more supportive work environments.
- Therapy Dog Programs – Expanding the reach of certified therapy dogs in schools, hospitals, workplaces, and communities.
- Funding & Resources – Raising critical funds to ensure families and communities get the help they need.
Together, these five pillars form one initiative—building a culture of compassion where no one suffers in silence.
Inspired by Aidan
Aidan, the Hugging Doodle, touched countless lives with his gentle spirit and healing hugs. From hospital visits and school programs to quiet moments of comfort, he reminded us of the power of connection and unconditional love.
In December 2024, Aidan passed away, but his legacy lives on through the Love and Hugs Foundation. Every partnership, program, and act of kindness we support carries forward his mission to bring love and healing into the world.
Aidan’s story reminds us that even the smallest gestures—like a wagging tail or a warm hug—can change lives.