WEST ORANGE, NJ — Green Hill has had a long history of pet therapy programs with elders, according to a recent release. There are resident animals that make up the Green Hill family, including cats, rabbits and birds, as well as dog pet visitors from staffers families. Community Life Assistant Karen Gyetvay’s therapy dog, visits elders on a weekly basis.
On Friday, Feb. 26, elders enjoyed a special visit with Daniel the beagle and Shelby the pitbull. Joe Dwyer rescued both Daniel and Shelby along with numerous other animals. Dwyer is a motivational speaker who tells the inspirational story of Daniel’s survival of an attempt to “put him down” at an Alabama animal pound and his eventual adoption by Dwyer’s family. The joyful tale, with a happy ending, was a highlight of the day’s pet therapy session for residents and staff of Green Hill.
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