From inside the community Where do the dogs do their good work? The dogs visit establishments all over Essex, which includes care homes, day centres, dementia day centres, schools, Southend Airport, brain injury units, secure mental health units, hospitals, hospices, etc. They also provide 1:1 support for people who wish to meet up for a dog walk as well as (under certain circumstances) visiting people in their home. The dogs have helped students with their transition to starting university, as well as those experiencing pre and post exam nerves. Schools use the dogs to provide emotional support for some of their pupils and they are also used to help children become more confident when reading. It’s much easier reading to a dog than an adult – a dog is non-judgemental! The dogs also visit the charity, Essex Dementia Care, where they spend time at the activity day centres. Some of the clients can be at the later stages of dementia and be more withdrawn. People light up when they see the dogs and will quite happily chat to them, often reminiscing about family times when they had a dog themselves. The dogs also go into Southend Airport to help anxious passengers. The idea is to help reduce anxiety and stress levels for flyers before boarding a flight. The time spent with the dog in the airport lounge helps to keep these passengers distracted by stroking and cuddling the dog. The dogs are often invited to join passengers on their flight! - but sadly, this isn’t possible. PIANO TUITION & MUSIC THEORY ALL AGES AND STANDARDS STUDENTS ENTERED FOR RSM IF REQUIRED TREVOR CORDWELL 01206 844087 32
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