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Pets as Therapy Dog Callie Enjoys Homemade Treats

Pets as theraphy

St Georges residents love a Monday when Anna brings in Pets as Therapy dog Callie.

Pets as Therapy Dog Visits

Callie is so gentle and intuitive; we are so grateful for Anna giving us her time to bring Callie in. This week Callie was particularly excited as the residents had been making dog treats, Callie was happy to oblige and sample the bakes! Everyone has been getting creative again decorating jars with a dog theme which will have the treats in to sell at our up-and-coming summer fete.

 

Callie Pets as Therapy

Benefits of Therapy Animals

There are so many benefits to residents spending time with therapy animals and these are both emotional and physical. Therapy dogs have been proved to lift mood and reduce anxiety. The health benefits can include reducing blood pressure and encouraging more physical activity.

Summer Fete Preparations

This year’s summer fete is on Saturday 6th July and will have a variety of stalls, activities for children and food on sale.

Considering Care for a Loved One?

If you’re looking for a care home that offers a warm and welcoming environment, delicious food, and engaging activities, look no further. We invite you to contact us today to schedule a visit and experience the St Georges’ difference for yourself.

Catherine
Sales Manager

Catherine has worked in sales and marketing her whole career, after graduating with a degree in Textile Management she worked in Corporate Workwear for many years. Catherine’s first role in the care sector was working with a disability charity that ran nursing homes and enablement projects for young adults.

Catherine

While her two children were younger, she joined her husband in his estate agency, but was delighted to return to the care sector in 2020 and now cannot imagine doing anything else.

Catherine’s role with Allegra is to support residents and their families as they explore care options. Working with the teams in the individual homes she ensures that during every stage from initial enquiry through to moving in with us every question is answered, and we offer the reassurance needed for the next chapter in our resident’s life. It is important for our residents to remain part of the community in which will have lived for years, often all their lives, so the other part of this role is connecting with local community groups, charities and organisations.

Catherine has said that working for Allegra with their groundbreaking household model means we are offering a home with compassion and care whilst ensuring residents are retaining their independence and quality of life.

Out of work Catherine enjoys baking and gardening The children are older now, but still keep her busy!

Paul Thomas
Regional Manager - Western Region

Paul has joined Allegra Care with 28 years’ experience in the health and social care sector including working in senior leadership roles for the last 18 years; covering operations, business management and quality assurance. Paul has a real passion for person centred care and how that is delivered at the highest level.

Allegra Team Paul Thomas

Paul has worked across a diverse sector over his time in health and social care and brings a wealth of experience to his new role as Regional Manager. Paul believes in integrating real and meaningful values and culture into a service and in doing so, delivering the outcomes for the people we support. Paul goes by the theory of values with no meaning, have no value.

Outside of work, Paul is the father of three boys and a 2nd degree black belt who teaches Judo.