Entity
CERCIOeiras
Year
2014
District
Lisboa
Area of Action
Social Inclusion
Offering Animal-Assisted Activities and Animal-Assisted Therapy to its users. Using dogs as co-therapists seeks to increase the rehabilitative potential of people with disabilities, leading to more effective treatments and an increase in quality of life. The project covers the preparation of the animals, setting up a venue for the sessions and the necessary training for therapists and assistants.