Pets are wonderful! Anyone who’s ever had a pet knows that the unconditional love and acceptance we receive provides for a fulfilling relationship.
Research continues to validate the emotional and health benefits of living with pets. This is especially important to us when our human contacts diminish, for example, through aging or isolation by disease.
Although individual residents at Providence Extended Care cannot keep their own personal pets, they do share the experience of several live-in pets. We have cats, birds and fish. We also have dogs that come to work everyday with their owners, who are staff members.
All animals must have current vaccinations and regular check-ups with their veterinarian. Family and friends of residents can sign up for a pet pass if they would like to bring a pet with them while visiting.
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