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Surrey's Elysian Program Helps Youth Overcome Anxiety with Animals

8/8/2025

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In Surrey, the Elysian program is transforming the lives of young people aged 7-19 by helping them conquer anxiety through the healing power of animal interaction. This innovative outreach initiative focuses on those who have been out of school for over three months, fostering trust and emotional well-being with creative strategies, all backed by the £10.5m Surrey Mental Health Investment Fund.

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In Surrey, the Elysian program is transforming the lives of young people aged 7-19 by helping them conquer anxiety through the healing power of animal interaction. This innovative outreach initiative focuses on those who have been out of school for over three months, fostering trust and emotional well-being with creative strategies, all backed by the £10.5m Surrey Mental Health Investment Fund.