Double the fun as therapy pony shows his brother the ropes at local care home
Tennyson Wharf care home, in Burton Waters, regularly welcomes Darwen the Falabella therapy pony to the home. This last visit was made even more special as Darwen accompanied his younger brother, Faberge, for his very first therapy visits to a care home.
Both ponies are owned and rigorously trained by Brenda Depear who is a licensed substance abuse and rehabilitation counsellor who also specialises in traumatic brain injuries and Dementia care. The ponies provide comfort and support to all of her clients and love visiting care homes.
General Manager Sarah Noutch said: “Our residents always enjoy Darwen’s visits, he has brought so much joy to our residents over the last two years. It was wonderful to see Darwen showing Faberge what to do and how to behave, he was the perfect teacher! Faberge behaved immaculately; we cannot wait to see them again.”
Resident Mary said “Darwen is an absolute beauty and to have Faberge visit with him was truly wonderful. We are proud of Darwen and his example!”
Tennyson Wharfcare home is run by Barchester Healthcare, one of the UK’s largest care providers, which is committed to delivering personalised care across its care homes and hospitals. Tennyson Wharf provides residential careand dementiacarefor 60 residents from respite care to long term stays.