Emily’s Mini Farm delivers calm and engaging mobile farm visits to care homes, supported living environments, and day centres. We give residents meaningful access to nature through gentle, supervised animal encounters. These visits support emotional wellbeing, reduce anxiety, and encourage positive social interaction in familiar surroundings.
We recognise the importance of enriching activities that promote dignity, inclusion, and wellbeing. Therefore, we bring carefully selected animals directly to each setting. This approach creates a relaxed and accessible experience for residents of all ages, abilities, and mobility levels.
Supporting Wellbeing Through Animal Encounters
Spending time with animals often has a powerful positive effect on wellbeing. For this reason, our visits allow residents to engage at their own pace. Some residents enjoy gentle handling, while others prefer observation or conversation. Many simply enjoy the calming presence of animals nearby.
As a result, these interactions often encourage reminiscence and spark conversation. They also help residents feel calm, engaged, and uplifted.
Our sessions work particularly well for:
- Residents living with dementia or memory loss
- Individuals experiencing anxiety or low mood
- Residents who feel isolated or withdrawn
- Supported living and adult day care settings
Moreover, animal encounters can improve mood and encourage communication. They also create shared experiences for residents, staff, and visiting family members.
Calm, Safe, and Fully Supervised Visits
We deliver every care home visit with safety, comfort, and animal welfare as top priorities. Sessions remain calm and unhurried at all times. We select animals carefully for care environments and handle them under close supervision.
In addition, we tailor each visit to individual needs, group sizes, and time requirements.
Emily’s Mini Farm provides:
- Full public liability insurance
- Written risk assessments for all activities
- A comprehensive animal health and welfare policy
- Clear handwashing and hygiene procedures
- DBS-checked staff
- Defined supervision ratios
- Emergency procedures at every visit
Because we manage all animal care, setup, and supervision, care staff can focus on supporting residents and enjoying the experience with them.
Accessible Nature Experiences in Familiar Surroundings
Many care home residents have limited access to nature. Therefore, our mobile farm visits bring the benefits of animals directly into familiar surroundings. This approach removes the need for travel or complex planning.
Finally, whether you want a one-off special activity or regular wellbeing visits, Emily’s Mini Farm offers flexible sessions tailored to your setting and residents.
To arrange a calm and engaging mobile farm care home visit or discuss specific needs, please contact us.
We will be happy to help you plan a calm and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.