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Heartland Mini Hoofs to visit LMH
swing bed patients, launching animal-assisted therapy initiative
[September 25, 2026]
LINCOLN – Lincoln Memorial
Hospital (LMH) will welcome Heartland Mini Hoofs on Sept. 28 as part
of a new animal-assisted therapy initiative designed to enhance the
healing experience for swing bed patients.
The miniature horses will visit swing bed patients during a group
therapy session in the Steinfort Conference Room, providing
companionship, comfort and encouragement as patients continue their
recovery journey.
LMH's swing bed program serves patients who no longer require acute
hospital care but still need skilled nursing, rehabilitation and
support before returning home. The program offers individualized
care close to home, helping patients regain strength and
independence through services such as physical, occupational and
speech therapy.
"Recovery is about more than medical care; it’s about helping
patients regain confidence, strength and hope," said Amy Knox,
rehabilitation services supervisor at LMH. "Our swing bed program
provides personalized therapy and skilled care close to home, and
opportunities like animal-assisted therapy help make the recovery
experience more meaningful and engaging for our patients."
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Animal-assisted
therapy has been shown to help reduce stress and support
emotional well-being. The visit from Heartland Mini Hoofs
reflects LMH's commitment to providing a healing environment
that addresses both physical and emotional recovery.
Heartland Mini Hoofs provides animal-assisted interactions
throughout Illinois, bringing miniature horses to healthcare and
community settings to create meaningful connections and moments
of joy.
The Sept. 28 visit marks the beginning of LMH's effort to
incorporate animal-assisted therapy opportunities into patient
care experiences. For more information about the LMH swing bed
program,
click here.
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