Pets and animals in Chestermere, Alberta
Visiting Tails
Offered by Community Therapy Dogs Society
In short
Dogs feed off the positive energy that a friendly welcome brings and, in return, exude positive feelings back to the seniors.
- Who it is for
- Seniors; Seniors, Older adults (65+)
- What it helps with
- Care for my animal
- Where
- 151 Hawkmere View, Chestermere, AB T1X 1T8
- How to reach
- Contact through Community Therapy Dogs Society: (587) 581-5571 · info@ctds.ca · Website
- Last verified
- , by the organization
About this service
Visiting Tails (VT) is set up with one objective in mind: to enhance a senior's quality of life by having them interact with our therapy dogs. Dogs feed off the positive energy that a friendly welcome brings and, in return, exude positive feelings back to the seniors. The dogs (and handlers) normally spend 40-50 minutes on each visit, depending on the number of seniors present. The dogs and their handlers meet with seniors either in a group setting or visit room to room, depending on the preference of the seniors. At all times, the dogs are leashed and accompanied by their handler. VT is currently operating at the Prince of Peace, located in The Manor and The Harbour facilities, Sagewood Seniors Residence in Strathmore, Wheatland Lodge in Strathmore, Chartwell Eau Claire, and Chartwell Mission Care Residences in Calgary, and Trinity Lodge in Calgary. The plan is to extend the VT program to other organizations wherever practical in the future.
How do I get in touch?
Call (587) 581-5571, email info@ctds.ca, or use the website.
- Phone
- (587) 581-5571
- info@ctds.ca
- Website
- https://www.ctds.ca/visiting-tails
Listed in Chestermere, Alberta.
151 Hawkmere View, Chestermere, AB T1X 1T8
151 Hawkmere View, Chestermere, AB T1X 1T8Chestermere, Alberta
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