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Applewood: Pet Therapy with Therapy Dogs International

October 27, 2017

Rapha Therapy Dogs InternationalBB During the month Generations at Applewood’s residents receive visits from various canine friends from Therapy Dogs International.

Pet therapy is a growing field and research has shown how beneficial it can be to the elderly, especially those who are living in a nursing home or skilled rehabilitation facility. Regular visits with pets, usually dogs, can have positive physical, emotional, and mental benefits.  Just 15 minutes bonding with an animal sets off a chemical chain reaction in the brain, lowering levels of the fight-or-flight hormone cortisol and increasing production of the feel-good hormone serotonin. The result: heart rate, blood pressure and stress levels immediately drop. Over the long term, pet and human interactions can lower cholesterol levels, fight depression and may even help protect against heart disease and stroke.

Pet therapy has also been known to be beneficial in the following ways:

  • Lifts spirits and lessens depression
  • Decreases feelings of isolation and alienation
  • Encourages communication
  • Provides comfort
  • Increases socialization and sense of community
  • Reduces boredom
  • Decreases anxiety
  • Reduces loneliness
  • Creates motivation

Recently Rapha visited Generations at Applewood’s residents during October and made “house calls” to the residents in their rooms.  His visit helps residents stay engaged with the world and as a link to more socialization with others.

These special guests are a part of the Applewood family and are always welcomed with open arms. The residents look forward to their favorite four legged friends and always give positive feedback regarding the visits.

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