Other activities:
- The parents and baby room is a resource room where the lectures from the conference’s main auditorium will be streamed
- Keep up to date on the conference proceedings whilst looking after your baby within the comfort of an informal setting.
- Available for the duration of the conference
Friday 7 July 2023
Times: 07:30
Meeting point: Queen's Hotel, City Centre
Cost: Donations to SAFE welcome
There will be a 5K fun run at the conference, the route is on Strava>.
Disclaimer for entry into the 5K Fun Run
By entering the above race, I hereby declare that I am an amateur as defined by the U.K.A. laws, and I certify that I agree that the organisers cannot be held responsible for any loss of property or injury or illness incurred to my person during or as a result of my participating in the race.
Don't miss the opportunity to meet the 'Pets As Therapy' at Trainee Conference 2023! Come and meet the pets and volunteers on Friday 7 July from 10am.
Pets As Therapy (PAT) is a national charity that enhances the health and wellbeing of thousands of people in communities across the UK. We strive to ensure that everyone, no matter their circumstances, has access to the companionship of an animal. Pets As Therapy visiting volunteers and their temperament-assessed pets bring comfort and companionship to people living in residential care who may feel isolated, confused and lonely. We support schools to help young people improve their literacy skills and encourage confidence and concentration in the classroom. Our hospital visits can aid a patient’s recovery and rehabilitation and help improve mental health and wellbeing.
The recognition that dogs can provide support to people in many different ways has led to an increase in the number of health and social care settings where dogs are present. Many care homes have encouraged regular visits from dogs and increasingly hospitals are introducing dogs into settings where they play a variety of roles. When a PAT Dog visits a hospital ward, patients tell us that their stress levels reduce and it's a joy to interact with a pet, especially if they are missing their own family pet back home. Children who may be fearful of an operation or medical procedure get distracted by a comforting four-legged friend, which allows concerned parents to relax a little too. Visits by PAT Teams also boost the mental health of patients, as well as visitors and hospital staff.