Hand in Paw, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization, trains qualified animals and their owners to work together to provide comfort through gentle interactions with others. The simple act of petting an animal creates an automatic relaxation response by lowering heart rate, decreasing blood pressure, and providing a sense of calm and comfort. The healing power of animal assisted therapy has been shown to enhance health and wellness.
Hand in Paw therapy teams will be at the UAB Hospital West Pavilion and other campus locations during UAB Wellness Week. Events are open to campus faculty, staff, students and the UAB Medicine community.
Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 10:30am to 11:30am
West Pavilion, Conference Center
615 18th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35233
Free
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