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Follow on Google News | Georgia Senior Living Community Uses the Power of Pets to Engage ResidentsPlantation South Dunwoody’s pet therapy program boosts residents’ health
Murphy is a pet therapy dog who volunteers with his owner, Victoria Hastie, as part of the Golden Retriever Rescue Group. Once a week, Murphy and Hastie visit Plantation South Dunwoody to offer their unique brand of friendly and fun therapy. “The residents really love Murphy, and visiting with him always puts them in a good mood and gets them talking,” says DeAnn Young of Plantation South Dunwoody. “The best thing about pet therapy is that it doesn’t feel like therapy – it’s not intimidating, and the residents are happy to visit with a sweet dog who’s always excited to see them.” Pets have long been recognized for their unique ability to offer comfort and companionship in times of stress, but many studies have shown that the benefits of interacting with a loving animal are far greater than one might expect. Research has shown that pet therapy can increase social interaction, lower blood pressure, improve self-esteem and even decrease anxiety, loneliness and depression. “Seniors are at a higher risk of experiencing depression as they become less able to do things for themselves,” About Plantation South Dunwoody Plantation South Dunwoody (www.plantationsouth- About Senior Management Advisors, Inc. Senior Management Advisors (SMA) (www.seniormanagementadvisors.com) End
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