Body, Mind and Spirit
Complementary therapies are provided by staff and volunteers, and even animals, in the case of our multiple therapy dogs.
Therapies include:
- Art therapy—using imagery, drawing, painting and other visual arts to foster self expression and relaxation
- Massage—gentle massage provided by our licensed massage therapists can provide relief to sore muscles and reduce tension
- Music therapy—using live or recorded music to promote relaxation, stress reduction and feelings of joy
- Reiki—a gentle hands-on relaxation technique to reduce stress and promote a feeling of well-being
- Pet therapy—visits with therapy dogs increases relaxation and triggers happy memories
Where You Need Us to Be
Complementary therapies are provided wherever patients live:
- At home
- In assisted living and skilled nursing facilities
- In hospitals
- At our inpatient hospice houses— the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers and the Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln
Therapy Dog Brings Joy to Patients

Volunteer Cynthia Turover and her pet therapy dog Louie make the day a little brighter when for patients.
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Music Therapy Helps Patients Connect and Express Themselves
