Chichester care home residents get animal therapy with alpaca visit

Care home residents were delighted to meet two alpacas for an afternoon of animal therapy.

By Megan Baker

Published 25th May 2022, 15:12 BST

Updated 25th May 2022, 15:13 BST

Watch more of our videos on Shots!
and live on Freeview channel 276

During the therapy session, Chichester Grange residents learnt interesting facts about the animals, including their history and characteristics.

The alpacas, named Baron and Neptune, received ‘plenty of fuss and attention’ in the home’s gardens.

Mary Roe, a resident at the care home, said: “It was lovely to see these beautiful creatures and to stroke their soft fur.”

Chichester Grange resident Sally Everitt enjoying the Alpaca visit

Chichester Grange resident Sally Everitt enjoying the Alpaca visit

Home manager Ryan Harris said: “We had a wonderful afternoon meeting Baron and Neptune.

“Here at Chichester Grange, we are always looking for new and exciting activities for residents to enjoy.

"Animal therapy has proven to be incredibly beneficial for older people, as it can be calming, prompt conversations, and put a smile on everyone’s faces.

"Alpacas are known for being gentle animals, which makes them perfect for care home visits.

Chichester Grance resident Mary Roe with the Alpacas

Chichester Grance resident Mary Roe with the Alpacas

“It was so lovely to welcome the two alpacas into the home, and we look forward to seeing them again very soon!”

For more information about Chichester Grange, visit its website.

See also: When the Queen visited Chichester Festival Theatre in 2017

Have you read…? When the Queen visited Chichester in 1956