"Petting a dog can fix most problems. Volunteer to hang out with a shelter pup as part of Brandywine Valley SPCA's "Shelter Skip Day" program, which is open to the public Tuesdays through Sundays-your outing can last from one hour to all day. Homeward Trails Animal Rescue runs a similar "Tails Out" initiative. You can also cozy up with a kitty at one of the DC area's many cat cafes. Visits to Mount Purrnon in Alexandria start at $23 for an hour."
"Feeling anxious? Try using your hands for something other than tearing out your own hair. Fibre Space in Old Town is offering free learn-to-knit/crochet classes to furloughed government employees-a tradition the yarn store established during shutdowns past. They also invite feds to join their regular, free-to-attend "Stitch in Space" crafting circles; these run on Thursdays from 5 to 9 PM and Fridays from 11 AM to 2 PM."
After nearly seven years without a shutdown, government employees and contractors face furloughs, delayed paychecks, and job insecurity. Local low-cost and free activities can help alleviate stress and financial strain. Animal therapy options include volunteering with shelter dogs through Brandywine Valley SPCA’s Shelter Skip Day and Homeward Trails’ Tails Out, visiting cat cafes like Mount Purrnon and Meow Maison, and emergency exam fee waivers from Friendship Hospital for Animals for furloughed workers’ pets. Crafting options include free knit and crochet classes and Stitch in Space circles at Fibre Space, plus Merry Pin’s free craft supplies and discounted beverages.
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