Cat-Assisted Therapy Singapore (CATS) is a volunteer group formed by cat lovers who believe that Cat Therapy provide physical, social, cognitive and emotional benefits to our beneficiaries. We provide Animal Assisted Activities (AAA) for the elderly and children. Studies have shown that animals are a good source of therapy as they bring laughter and create more interaction among patients. Cat therapy, in particular, has been proven to bring benefits such as lowering of blood pressure, reducing risks of heart attack, and uplifting one’s mood. Introduction
CATS was founded by our founder, Sharil, back in May 2013. He started the programme at Ang Mo Kio – Thye Hua Kwan Hospital with the help of Debra and Veron from Cat Welfare Society then. CATS started to expand after CATS co-founder Belinda stepped into the picture. Sharil and Belinda have been actively advocating around the country to educate the public on the benefits of cat therapy. We are the first active volunteer group that provides cat therapy on a regular basis in Singapore. Our Beneficiaries
Ang Mo Kio – Thye Hua Kwan Hospital
AWWA School
Villa Francis Home for the Aged
National Kidney Foundation
Orange Valley Nursing Home
Jamiyah Nursing Home
Rules and Regulations:
1) Your cat must be groomed before any cat therapy session. Hence, ears cleaned, nails clipped and fur brushed. Your cat must be bathed at least once a month.
2) Your cat MUST be sterilised/neutered/spayed if it is above 6 months.
3) Your cat must have a good temperament - not afraid of strangers and able to adapt well to new environment.
4) Your cat MUST be on leash at all times when in public.
5) You must be able to commit to a minimum of 2 sessions every quarter of the year.
6) Our cats' safety is our top priority. You will have to guide the beneficiaries in the proper way of handling a cat and please be VIGILANT.
7) Your cat's vaccination MUST be up to date! This is to protect your cat.
8) Please take note we run 3 to 5 sessions per month. If you wish to be a part of the team, you may email us at CATSingapore13@gmail.com or message us through our page directly.
