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Caring Companions
Caring Companions is a temporary exhibition which will explore the life-changing and life-saving impact animals can have on our lives.
Throughout history, animals have given people comfort, support, and assistance; some as pets, while others are matched with people to assist in a specific way or to provide support. Caring Companions showcases assistance animals, personal stories and case studies, therapy animals, and the science behind it. It is informative and interactive, and perfect for people of all ages!
Widely regarded as the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale was one of the first advocates for animal therapy. During her lifetime she rescued many animals, most famously a Little Owl named Athena who would follow the nurse everywhere she went.
Throughout history, animals have given people comfort, support, and assistance; some as pets, while others are matched with people to assist in a specific way or to provide support. Caring Companions showcases assistance animals, personal stories and case studies, therapy animals, and the science behind it. It is informative and interactive, and perfect for people of all ages!
Widely regarded as the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale was one of the first advocates for animal therapy. During her lifetime she rescued many animals, most famously a Little Owl named Athena who would follow the nurse everywhere she went.
Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 5pm (last entry 4.30pm)
2 Lambeth Palace Rd, London SE1 7EP SE1 7EP
Website:
www.florence-nightingale.co.uk/