Pet Therapy/Volunteer Experiences
Hi!
My name is Vickie and I am a recreation therapist. I would like to encourage those of you with calm animals to look into having your pet as a therapy pet if you are interested in volunteer opportunities. Pet visits such as dog visits are a wonderful way to make others happy. I have worked in various types of settings (not just geriatrics) and have found that visits from other's pets can really bring a smile to many people's faces. I have even seen those clients who do not respond to staff, respond to pets. Something about a warm fuzzy loving creature to warm even the coldest person.
If you would like more information on how to do this, just let me know.
Best wishes,
Vickie
|