Thornwood Alpacas at Troutbeck

Troutbeck residents had a fun visit from Thornwood Alpacas in December 2019

Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the visit and had the opportunity to pet the animals, it is well accepted that touch and physical contact is both important and necessary for our emotional and physical wellbeing, the Alpacas are none threatening and can offer pleasure in a way that is emotionally secure and acceptable for them. Alpacas are just the most perfect gentle creatures for putting people at ease and are often used in therapy, they have a friendly and loving nature that creates an atmosphere of calm in a none judgemental environment.

Our residents enjoyed the physical contact with the animals and the visit created much excitement and pleasure, we talked about the Alpacas following the visit and the feedback from residents was really positive.

We have discussed planning a further visit but would ideally do this in the summer months so that we can enjoy the experience outdoors.