Rescue Dogs Bring ‘Heartwarming’ Joy To Kendal Care Home Residents

Residents at HC-One’s Summerhill care home, in Kendal, Cumbria welcomed Animal Rescue Cumbria’s Wainwright Shelter rescue dogs back for a ‘heartwarming’ visit earlier this month.

The special event brought the joy of two lovable rescue dogs – Storm, a shy yet beautiful collie, and Monty, a spirited and playful companion – into the lives of Summerhill residents, which sparked emotional and joyful connections. For many of the residents, their love for animals runs deep, and the chance to spend time with these adorable dogs was nothing short of magical.

The visit was a chance for residents to reconnect with fond memories of their own pets while enjoying affectionate moments with Storm and Monty. Laura, from Animal Rescue Cumbria, took the time to engage with each resident individually, fostering rich conversations about the special bonds formed with pets over the years.

The event also inspired plans for expanding the partnership between Summerhill and Animal Rescue Cumbria. Future activities include creative crafts, such as making pom-poms for cats and designing snuffle boxes to stimulate dogs with hidden treats, which will provide fun and engaging ways for residents to stay connected to animals.

Lynsey Wood, HC-One Summerhill Care Home Wellbeing Coordinator, stated:
“Hearing about the dogs our residents have owned and loved was truly special. It was also heartwarming to see how many of them would choose to support rescue dogs rather than buy. Their compassion is inspiring.”