White Lodge care home in Braydon, Swindon, welcomed alpacas, pygmy goats, lambs, and guinea pigs during the farm day.
The animals roamed the garden, delighting residents, their families, and community guests.
The visit was organised by Dave and Ewe’s Therapeutic Farm.
General manager Ramona Gherendi said: “Our residents have really enjoyed their unusual visitors.
“We knew that having the farm here would be a bit of fun for all our residents, especially as some find it difficult to go on many outings in our minibus.
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“We are always looking for new activities for the residents and today we have seen the enjoyment and the therapeutic influence animals can have on people.”
Activities coordinator Shayla Sharmeen added: “The power of animal therapy was obvious from the smiles on everyone’s faces.
“Getting up close to the farm’s four-legged friends in the garden and individual resident rooms brought so much joy.”
White Lodge care home provides nursing, residential, and dementia care for both respite and long-term residents.
Their life enrichment programme offers a daily choice of engaging physical, mental, and spiritual activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.
