At Boort District Health we value the benefits of Pet Therapy to the health and well-being of our residents and patients. Visitors are encouraged to visit with pets.
Boort District Health has a regular visiting pet program.
Pets are important in the following ways:
- Therapy – memories of past pets and the unconditional responses to feelings that this brings,
- A way of achieving a home like environment in our aged care facility,
- Forms part of group activities where pets visit on a regular basis and residents can pet and play with animals.
If you are planning to bring a pet on a visit to Boort District Health please contact the Nurse Unit Manager for advice about how to proceed.
