Court Therapy Dog Program

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First Circuit Court Therapy Dog Program

Volunteer Therapy Dog Teams (dog and owner) are regular visitors to our courthouse as Williamson County’s Therapy Dog Pilot Program.  Therapy dog handlers are volunteers from the community. When visiting one of our court facilities keep an eye out for a therapy dog or make a special request by contacting our First Circuit Court Therapy Dog Program Coordinator, Cynthia York or fill out a Therapy Dog Request Form (please submit 7 days in advance of a request date).

First Circuit Court Therapy Dog Program Coordinator
Cynthia York, Senior Administrative Assistant to the Chief Judge
Williamson County Courthouse, Suite 260, Marion, IL 62959
Phone:  618.997.1234
Email:  cyorkfjc@gmail.com

Jackson County Courthouse

Charlie serves Jackson County

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April 28-May 2, 2025 - NATIONAL THERAPY ANIMAL DAY - News Release

Jackson County Courthouse contact:
Patti Clark
Phone: 618.687.7345
Email: pec@jacksonco.net

Saline County Courthouse

Arlo with DeeAndra and Frankie with Tom serve Saline County

August 27, 2025 - Saline County Courthouse Welcomes Therapy Dogs to Enhance Courtroom Support - News Release

Williamson County Courthouse

Mr. Baker with Steve and Ms. Maudie with Cindy serve Williamson County
          

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