FEATHERY friends flew in for a visit to a Worcester care home.
The birds of prey from Walk with Hawks dropped in to Perry Manor on Charles Hastings Way as part of the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch.
Residents got to meet and hold a host of birds, including a burrowing owl and falcon. Everyone learned about each bird’s characteristics, their food preferences, and how they hunt their prey in the wild.
Jackie Osborne, a resident at Perry Manor, said: “I’m a farmer’s daughter so I’ve always loved animals. It was so lovely to see the birds of prey, they were just beautiful.”
Katherine Matthews, home manager at Perry Manor, added: “We loved welcoming our beady-eyed friends into the home – we were all in awe of them, and they got all the residents smiling.
“Here at Perry Manor, we are always hosting new and exciting activities for residents. Animal therapy has proven to be incredibly beneficial for older people, as it can prompt social interaction and have a calming effect and this event was perfect for just doing that.
“I’d like to thank the team at Walk with Hawks for making the day so memorable; we’re already looking forward to our next visit.”
