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Colton Close Residents Delighted by Visit From Celebrity Horse

on Thursday, September 3, 2015

Benetas Colton Close was buzzing on Monday when 1992 Melbourne Cup winner and champion horse ‘Sub Zero’ visited the residential aged care facility in Glenroy. 

The visit highlights Benetas’ commitment to providing appealing, exciting and meaningful social activities for residents and their families, as a part of its social inclusion program.

It is well known that animals can provide an immense source of enjoyment for many elderly people, and this superstar horse is providing to be no exception!

Such a visit from a well known 'celebrity' provides a sense of connection back to the community and something special that can be talked about amongst residents, with the staff and loved ones.

Benetas is a strong leader in research, social inclusion and community engagement in the aged care sector.

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