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Nexus Note: Physical exercise — like playing fetch with Magnus — can help improve vascular function and maintain mobility.
Nexus note: Purposeful Social Activities like the Escondido residents’ volunteering can increase longevity, reduce stress and improve quality of life.
Cinder (left) and Ash (right) are therapy dogs who specialize in comforting Silverado Hospice patients. The love and affection they bring has made a difficult time easier for many patients and their families. View full story
Nexus note: Stress Reduction. Animals are great stress reducers, and lower levels of stress have numerous benefits for people of all ages.
Zip is a certified pet therapy dog who provides love for those who most need it — anyone from Silverado Hospice patients to children who need support when testifying in court.
