Donkey Therapy

Katie Thistleton meets survivors Jenny Howarth and Rob Grew and discuss healing at the Wonkey Donkey Sanctuary in Yorkshire. Jenny runs the sanctuary with her family.Jenny’s two aunties were waiting for Jenny and were seriously injured in the foyer at the concert. Rob – who has some first aid training - and her aunts paths crossed that night and now, Jenny finally gets to say thank you for their lives being saved.You will hear eye witness accounts, details of mental and physical health, post-traumatic stress and guilt. A list of organisations that can provide help and support is available at bbc.co.uk/actionline.Originally broadcast on BBC Radio Manchester.Producers: Sara Dumbell, Andy Bell, Kate Squire.Editors: Andy Bell, Liam Bradford.Online producer: Rachael Smith.Executive Producer: Kathryn Morrison.

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Katie Thistleton finds courage, hope and healing as fans, families and those affected by the atrocity rebuild their future.With new friendships being forged as people reach out to one another and stories of good Samaritans, fund-raising adventures, and the comfort of faith, love and being in nature.There are eye witness details including recordings from that night and frank conversations about mental health, depression, post-traumatic stress, physical injury and bereavement. If you or anyone close to you has been affected by anything you’ve heard then there is information and support available on www.bbc.co.uk/actionline.The NHS Greater Manchester Resilience Hub is available to support anyone directly affected by the the Manchester Arena Attack. From telephone and email support through to organising psychological therapy and mental health treatment where needed.Originally broadcast on BBC Radio Manchester.Producers: Sara Dumbell, Andy Bell, Kate Squire.Editors: Andy Bell, Liam Bradford.Online producer: Rachael Smith.Executive Producer: Kathryn Morrison.