Healthcare Management Solutions

In a heartwarming event that brought smiles and joy to the residents of Aspen Grange Care Home in Braintree, an enormous rabbit named Sassy made a special visit, courtesy of the RSPCA.

Sassy, a gentle giant of the rabbit world, hopped around the home, visiting residents in their common areas and private rooms, offering a unique form of companionship and sparking conversations among the home's community.

The visit was not only a source of entertainment but also a therapeutic encounter, helping to enhance the wellbeing of the residents through animal-assisted therapy.

Sharon Thompson, manager at Aspen Grange, expressed her enthusiasm for the visit, saying: "We are always looking for innovative ways to enrich the lives of our residents, and the visit from Sassy the giant rabbit was truly special.

“Seeing the smiles and hearing the laughter that Sassy brought to our home was incredibly heartwarming. It’s moments like these that really highlight the importance of animal companionship in care settings. We are grateful to the RSPCA for facilitating this memorable experience."

The event underscores Aspen Grange's commitment to providing a varied and engaging programme of activities for its residents, recognising the positive impact that animals can have on individuals in care. The therapeutic benefits of animal visits, including reduced stress and increased social interaction, are well documented.

Aspen Grange is part of the Opal Care group and managed by Healthcare Management Solutions. It is rated as ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission.

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