Gilchrist’s Pet Love Project

Gilchrist’s Pet Love Project is where furry companions bring joy, comfort, and healing to our patients and their families. Our program recognizes the special bond between humans and animals, leveraging it to enhance the quality of life for those facing life-limiting illnesses.

Benefits of the Pet Love Project

Emotional Support: Interacting with therapy animals can reduce feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness among patients, providing much-needed emotional support during challenging times.
Physical Health: Petting and spending time with therapy animals can lower blood pressure, decrease heart rate, and promote relaxation, contributing to overall physical well-being.
Social Interaction: Therapy animal visits encourage socialization and communication among patients, helping them feel more connected and engaged with others.
Mood Enhancement: The presence of therapy animals often leads to an increase in feelings of happiness, positivity, and comfort, creating a more uplifting environment for patients and their families.
Distraction from Pain: Engaging with therapy animals can serve as a welcome distraction from pain and discomfort, offering moments of respite and enjoyment.

Meet Our Loving Pet Family

Our certified therapy animal teams consist of dedicated volunteers who have undergone rigorous training and certification to ensure safe and effective interactions with patients.
Each therapy animal is carefully selected for their gentle temperament, friendly disposition, and ability to provide comfort to those in need.