Pet Therapy, Inc. is a non-profit organization established in 1998 in Sarasota County, Florida. Their mission is to brighten the lives of elders confined to nursing homes and assisted living facilities, as well as returning wounded veterans, by providing visitations with animals, primarily puppies and dogs, through the services of children and adult volunteers. Pet Therapy has a positive effect on the residents' physical, emotional, and social interactions, reducing stress and creating a pleasant and meaningful stay or recovery.
Interaction with animals has been shown to have numerous benefits, including reducing blood pressure, increasing sensory stimulation, inspiring a sense of purpose, fostering social interactions with staff, and alleviating loneliness by creating a sense of companionship. Pet Therapy, Inc. aims to educate the public on the importance of volunteerism while making a significant impact on the well-being of those in need.
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