Therapy Animal Services Expand in Massachusetts, Visiting Boston Institutions
1 report, 1 independent
Updated Oct 30
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What happened
A registered therapy guinea pig, named Hermie, has been visiting high-stress locations in the Boston area since 2022, including universities, financial institutions, and the Massachusetts State Court of Appeals. Animal-assisted therapy services are expanding throughout Massachusetts.
From edmontonsun.com
Why it matters
The expansion of these services provides specialized mental health support to various institutions across the state. The services are offered in high-stress environments, such as financial institutions and the Massachusetts State Court of Appeals, where mindfulness is promoted.
From edmontonsun.com
Who's involved
- BostonLocation where therapy animals are visiting high-stress areas
- MassachusettsState where therapy animal services are expanding
Possible ripples
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The entities involved
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Boston
capital and largest city of Massachusetts, United States
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Massachusetts
state of the United States of America