Taking
PAWS
By Adam Stone
FAST FORWARD
› Research shows that
seniors who spend time with
companion animals are less
stressed and less depressed,
and experience an overall
boost in well-being.
› Senior living communities
that were once less friendly
to residents’ pets have put
strategies in place to support
them—such as appointing
“pet coordinators.”
› Beyond the benefits to
residents and staff, who
say pets help enhance the
community environment,
pet programs can also help
boost marketing efforts.
