When Paws Help: Joan March Clinic Brings Therapy Dogs for Older Patients
How Therapy Dogs Can Support Older Patients in Hospital
Therapy dogs can ease stress, improve mood, and support older patients during longer hospital stays in Mallorca.
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Do therapy dogs really help older hospital patients feel better?
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What are therapy dogs used for at Joan March Clinic in Mallorca?
They help older patients feel calmer, more connected, and less isolated.
What happens during a therapy dog session in a hospital?
Patients take part in calm, supervised activities with trained dogs.
Is it safe to bring dogs into a hospital like Joan March Clinic?
Yes, because the dogs are trained and the visits are closely supervised.
Who funds the therapy dog programme at Joan March Clinic in Mallorca?
It is funded by Fundació La Caixa and run with Fundació S'Hort Vell.
Why are therapy dog visits especially helpful for older people in Mallorca?
They help break up isolation and bring a calmer atmosphere to long stays.
Will more hospitals in Mallorca offer therapy dog visits in the future?
Yes, other hospitals could join if the programme works well.
Where in Mallorca is Joan March Clinic located?
Joan March Clinic is in Palma, Mallorca.
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