About Us

Welcome to our page!

We are Michelle Schwarz and Danny Sward, the proud founders of Paws for the Powerless. We have a deep passion for mental health and have dedicated countless hours to finding the best ways to help those who are struggling, all while honoring Blake’s memory. Our dogs have been with us through every aspect of life. They are not just pets; they are truly part of our family. They supported me during my entire grieving process after Blake passed away, providing strength and comfort at my darkest moments.

This led us to consider how we could best help others facing similar struggles. We decided that offering therapy dogs to those in need could provide hope and companionship.

We hope the dogs we provide will touch many lives and inspire those in need to find the strength to face another day.