Puppy Visit Pawside Yoga – The benefits of Animal Therapy in Care Homes at Peverel court care
Puppy Visit Pawside Yoga – Merryfield House Nursing Home.
Who?
Our Mission,
We are a friendly + welcoming group who are passionate about sparking inner peace, conversation & connection through the ancient art of yoga to create a health and fitness class whilst adding our special element combining adorable puppies with creating the most blissful experience you’ve ever been to. We are committed to creating safe spaces that are inclusive & respectful of a diverse community.
Our Values,
- LOVE is our underlying frequency. We have a genuine love for our yogis & we are passionate about uniting humanity through our classes.
- COMMUNITY Our people (team and students) are at the core of what we do, we strive to learn new perspectives by listening to, learning from & educating our community.
- LEARNING We use physical practice to spark conversation, curiosity & connection to the body, mind & soul. We aim to cultivate a sacred space for diverse bodies through intentional movement & mindfulness.
- THE INDIVIDUAL JOURNEY We aim to give you space to explore through the various aspects of yoga & then journey back with a newfound sense of self-connection & appreciation for yourself & others as well as being given the added element of the best cuddles ever with our gorgeous fur babies.
Why?
As care specialists, Peverel Court Care know how much of a positive effect animal therapy can have on those living with dementia. That’s why we welcomed a visit from Pawside Yoga to Merryfield House Nursing Home.
Making invaluable connections and partnerships with organisations, such as Pawside Yoga, helps to enrich the lives of those residing with us, many of those living with dementia. Interaction with animals has well-documented benefits to older people mentally, emotionally and physically, by improving emotional, social and cognitive abilities.
When visiting our homes, animals help improve the lives of our residents, including those living with dementia, by bettering motor skills, making them feel happier and lifted, encouraging interaction and also triggering reminiscing conversations.
Testimonials
Resident – Vera:
What did you think of the experience? – “Amazing, the puppies were so cute.”
Would you like to experience it again? – “Yes, definitely!”
Resident – Phillis:
What did you think of the experience? “I loved it, I held a few of them!” [laughing]
Would you like to experience it again? “Yes, I would.”
Resident – Joseph:
What did you think of the experience? “It was lovely, I really enjoyed their visit!” [laughing]
Would you like to experience it again? “Yes, of course, it was nice to meet them.”
