Inspiring Animal Therapy

Animal-Assisted Therapy Empowering Individuals And Creating Connections

We deliver a heartfelt service offering animal assisted therapy at our animal therapy centre in Broadbottom and through outreach work in Tameside, Derbyshire, Greater Manchester and East Cheshire.

Our mission is rooted in the belief that interactions with gentle and friendly animals can offer profound emotional, psychological and social benefits.

Through our programmes, participants experience reduced stress levels, enhanced mood, improved interpersonal connections while fostering a sense of joy and well-being.

About Us

We are a Community Interest Company dedicated to benefiting our community rather than generating profit.

Our mission is to support children and adults from all backgrounds through animal-assisted therapy.

We have a diverse range of animals, from American miniature horses to guinea pigs and snakes, each providing a unique bonding and healing experience.

Our dedicated team of professionals is led by our directors, Anna, Becki and Lisa, who personally experienced through their own families the profound impact animals can have on those in need

We hope to make a positive difference in the lives of many more people through the power of animals.

Therapy Services

At Inspiring Animal Therapy, we offer a range of services at our animal therapy centre in Broadbottom and through outreach work in Tameside, Derbyshire, Greater Manchester and East Cheshire.

Onsite

We offer SEND accessible holiday clubs, home education groups, animal care sessions, connect groups for adults with learning difficulties, 1:1 sessions, community activites as well as ASDAN qualifications and much more.

Outreach Visits

We offer bespoke visits to organisations in the community such as schools, care homes, hospices and hospitals, as well as 1:1 home visits. Bringing a range of small or large animals, our packages are tailored to suit your specific needs.

Our Story

How It Started

On September 1, 2020, our courageous little Imogen, just 23 months old, faced the heartbreaking diagnosis of a brain tumour.

Since then, she has undergone 16 brain surgeries, spent over 12 weeks in the hospital, and received 40 rounds of proton beam therapy.

These challenges have left her with disabilities and visual impairment, but despite it all, she continues to fight with incredible resilience.

Imogen’s connection with animals has brought her comfort and a sense of normalcy during challenging times, making this therapy an invaluable resource for her.

Imogen is our inspiration and a driving force behind the creation of Inspiring Animal Therapy CIC.