RESIDENTS at a Renfrew care home were all smiles as they enjoyed a special visit from some furry friends.
A pair of alpacas, named Fergus and Tosh, proved popular at Craigielea Care Home, where they were happy to be petted and fed carrot sticks.
The visit was part of the care home’s pet therapy programme, designed to encourage residents to stay active and happy.
Sheila Inshaw, service manager at Craigielea Care Home, said: “Community activities like this can really help boost morale – for residents and our colleagues alike – so it was lovely to welcome the alpacas for a safe visit, especially after months of planning by our activities co-ordinator.
“We look forward to organising more activities in the home.”
Activities co-ordinator Lindsay McKechnie added: “Events like this make such a difference for our residents, especially after almost two years of keeping them socially distanced and having to cancel outside activities due to the pandemic.”
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