A non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
#46-1600917
KIM: Kindred-Canines In Motion
Providing veterinary care for assistance animals serving disabled Americans, homebound elderly, and American veterans in Eastern North Carolina.
KIM’s Mission
Kindred-Canines In Motion (KIM) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded by Dr. Joyce Gerardi with a unique mission: to provide veterinary care for assistance animals serving disabled Americans, homebound elderly, and American veterans.
By ensuring these vital companions receive the care they need, KIM helps them stay active and “in motion,” allowing them to continue supporting their owners in living productive, independent lives.
The Challenges
Many individuals with disabilities face significant financial and logistical barriers to veterinary care. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the unemployment rate for persons with disabilities is nearly double that of those without disabilities, making access to essential pet care difficult.
Additionally, assistance animals often experience service-related injuries and degenerative conditions that require specialized treatment, leading to increasing medical expenses as they age.
Our Solution
The KIM Program is partnering with well-established assistance dog organizations across the southeastern U.S. to launch the first mobile veterinary clinic specifically designed for service animals. Through regenerative medicine, therapeutic techniques, and advanced treatment options, KIM helps both young and aging assistance animals maintain a high quality of life, ensuring they can continue their crucial work.
Our Services
KIM offers a range of specialized veterinary treatments tailored to the needs of assistance animals, including:
- Digital Thermal Imaging
- Integrated Wellness Exams
- Laser Therapy
- Physical Rehabilitation
- Regenerative Medicine (STEM Cell Therapy)
- Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) such as Acupuncture, Food Therapy, Herbal Medicine, and Medical Massage (Tui-Na)
How You Can Help
The Kindred-Canines In Motion Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.
#46-1600917
Kindred-Canines In Motion relies on donations to build and maintain our mobile non-profit veterinary clinic, the first of its kind in the southeastern U.S., dedicated to serving assistance animals. Your contributions directly impact the health and well-being of service animals, ensuring they can continue to support the individuals who depend on them.
Donate Today
Your support makes a difference. Please contact Dr. Joyce Gerardi to contribute to Kindred-Canines In Motion Inc., a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Mailing Address:
Kindred-Canines In Motion Inc.
4005 Dr. M.L.K. Jr Blvd
New Bern, NC 28562
Office Phone: (252) 631-5033
Email: synergyvetclinic@gmail.com
Get Involved
Whether you’re interested in supporting our clinical trials, volunteering, or making a donation, we welcome your involvement. Contact us today to learn more about how you can help make a lasting impact on the lives of service animals and the individuals who depend on them.
Hospitals for After-Hour Availability
Emergency Pet Hospital of Craven-Carteret
1301A E. Main St
Havelock, NC 28532
252-444-1399
Swansboro Animal Hospital Emergency and Trauma Center
130 Phillips Loop Rd
Swansboro, NC 28584
910-839-5934