North East-based animal-assisted activity, support & education service offering therapeutic interventions for people with social, emotional & mental health needs & disabilities. Pets4People is an activity and support service which uses animal assisted activities and therapeutic interventions to support children and adults with social, emotional & mental health needs and/or disabilities. It is pro
ven that animals have a calming influence on people and when people have positive interactions with animals, managing their general health and welfare it gives people a sense of purpose and feelings of accomplishment whilst developing independence and confidence etc. Regular interaction with animals can lower stress & anxiety, increase feelings of love, belonging and reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Support is offered on either a 1:1 basis or group activity sessions) support can be offered in a person's home, school and work place or Pets4People activity location.
