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Gurwin Jewish Residents Adopt Bunny (Just in Time for Easter!)
A naming contest will be held on social media beginning April 4
Residents at Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Commack are celebrating the arrival of a new addition to the Gurwin family, a 2-year-old bunny rescued from The Groomery in Stony Brook, Long Island.
As delighted as the residents are with their newfound friend, “Nelly” -- whose name will determined by a social media contest in the coming week -- is enjoying his new home and all the love and attention he is receiving.
“Animals provide a warm and comforting presence to our residents,” said Dawn Lettau, CTRS, Director of Therapeutic Recreation at Gurwin. “Research has shown pet therapy helps people with a wide range of medical conditions, including chronic pain, heart disease, depression and more. Our residents are already feeling the love.”
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While many people think of dogs as pets therapy animals, in reality many different types of animals are used for therapy. “Our residents enjoy regular visits with exotic animals from the local pet shop, as well as puppies from the Guide Dog Foundation and from other pet therapy programs. Our fish tank and bird aviary are popular areas within our facility for relaxation. We’re happy to add our new bunny to our growing menagerie!” Lettau said.
A contest will be held beginning April 4 to officially name Gurwin's new furry friend. Visit Gurwin's Facebook page (bit.ly/GurwinNursingRehab) to vote!
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ABOUT THE GURWIN FAMILY OF HEALTHCARE SERVICES
Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 5-star, 460-bed nursing care facility located in Commack, Long Island and is part of the Gurwin Family of Healthcare Services. Gurwin offers skilled nursing care, short-term rehabilitation, medical/post-surgical subacute care, respiratory and ventilator dependent care, on-site dialysis, memory care, and palliative and hospice care. It also includes both medical and social Adult Day Care Programs, two home care programs, an assisted living community, and a proposed independent living community, Fountaingate Gardens, all on a 34-acre campus in Commack, NY . Follow Gurwin on Facebook (bit.ly/GurwinNursingRehab) and Twitter (@GurwinJewish).
