Pets making a difference in the lives of senior assisted living residents

Emily Thompson lives in Lisbet Assisted Living in Wellington with her dog, Tank, who she sees as family.

“He announces when someone is at the door,” Thompson said. “Once they are in, he will settle down.”

Thompson is one of a few seniors who live at Lisbet with their furry friends by their side. Another is Virginia Gissendanner who lives at the campus with her 9-year-old dog Hope…

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