A new participant of the canine variety is fast becoming part of the Saturday morning Shining Stars program: Bella, a certified therapy dog, has been coming to the Monmouth Court Community Center for several weeks.
“Bella comes in with her tail wagging, ready to be stroked, brushed, spoken to or sat on by any of the Shining Stars participants,” explained Jennifer Quirk, the town’s adaptive recreation coordinator. “She helps our participants relax and focus before, or during our sports session, which is currently in the winter season of floor hockey. Having Bella come to the Shining Stars program has been very successful and well received.”
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