Wildflower Court Stories
“Animals provide the kind of
spontaneity often missing from the lives
of long-term care residents. The antics
of our house pets are a constant subject
of conversation around here.
One of our residents had trouble
speaking, and because of that she talked
very little, but one day she let the house
dog into her room. Her relationship
with this pet changed her. She began to
share meals with it, and is now more
receptive to other people. Although she
is a private person, she spends much
more time in the common areas, and is
no longer shy about talking, especially
about her favorite pet.”