This morning in Gateway there was only one student. Because the two students are so different in abilities, this was a perfect time to work one on one. Our first exercise was to show him hand signs that Lucy knew. Then asking him to use the hand signal when he wanted Lucy to come, sit … Continue reading Kearsarge High School The Gateway Program
Clough Center New London, NH
A bitter cold day, what better place to spend our time but at the Clough Center. Lucy always enjoys the greeting we get when we arrive at the Clough Center. She wages her tail so hard that I worry she might hit someone with her tail. I may not remember each resident's name or what … Continue reading Clough Center New London, NH
Clough Center New London, NH
I have learned from the residents at the Clough Center, it isn't about the days we miss coming there, but that we come whenever we can come. They are so glad to see Lucy and I no matter how many days we weren't able to come into the center, it's about the time we are … Continue reading Clough Center New London, NH
The Birches at Concord
Sophie and I spent a lovely time this afternoon with the residents. When we arrived we went looking for Harriet, but found she was in the day room. They were just finishing up playing bingo. Harriet was so happy to see Sophie as she misses her dog dearly and quite frankly she was not playing … Continue reading The Birches at Concord
Clough Center
Reese is getting very comfortable with her visits. Today when we got to the center and walked in the door she was wagging her tail in excited anticipation. She really loves the pets, and I relented and let some residents give her a treat which made it even more fun for her. She took them … Continue reading Clough Center
Clough Center
Today's visit we brought candy canes with a tag that said "Merry Christmas, Love Lucy & Pam". Our hopes that it would bring a little bit of Christmas cheer to the residents. Some were delighted to pick a candy cane from the basket. Some other said "no thank you". We did our visits and noticed … Continue reading Clough Center
Henniker Community School
Sage and I visited the 2nd graders at HCS who were celebrating Grinch Day. I made a makeshift horn tied on Sage's head so that she would look like the Grinch's dog Max. The kids loved Sage and she did well with them. We visited 3 classrooms and a class in the school library. I … Continue reading Henniker Community School
Clough Center, New London, NH
After being away for two weeks and catching up on unfinished business Lucy and I were able to have a short visit at the Clough Center. It was wonderful seeing the residents we had not seen in almost 3 weeks. I realized how important it is to make regular visits and when skipping a couple … Continue reading Clough Center, New London, NH
The Birches at Concord Senior Living
Sophie and I visited on Friday morning. Sally and her dog Peach came along too for more practice. Peach did very well. When we got there it was approx 11am.great time just before lunch as many of the residents were gathered in the day room. They welcomed us in and many were excited to see … Continue reading The Birches at Concord Senior Living
Woodcrest Village, New London, NH
I visit Courtyard of Woodcrest (the dementia unit) the last Friday of every month. The residents have come to know Little Bee well. The last visit, on Halloween, everyone was gathered in a circle and Bee was passed from lap to lap. The profound pleasure the residents demonstrated holding Bee and patting her soft ears … Continue reading Woodcrest Village, New London, NH
Caring Animal Partners 