Mulberry Acres Rescue is a Brighton-based nonprofit focused on the rehabilitation, sanctuary care and thoughtful adoption of companion parrots in need. The organization works with birds whose circumstances, health needs or behavior make careful placement especially important, with the goal of determining the environment in which each bird can do best.
The rescue takes different approaches depending on the needs of each parrot. Birds that are suited for close relationships with people may be prepared for adoption and matched with individuals who understand the long-term commitment involved in parrot ownership. Birds requiring continued medical care, rehabilitation or specialized support may remain as part of the rescue’s special-needs flock, while healthy birds that prefer the company of other parrots can live in social, flight-focused sanctuary settings.
Care at Mulberry Acres includes appropriate nutrition, veterinary care, enrichment, training and rehabilitation. The organization works with local avian hospitals and places an emphasis on helping birds recover from neglect, trauma or difficult previous circumstances. The rescue also maintains facilities designed to give parrots opportunities for socialization, movement and species-appropriate enrichment.
Education is another part of Mulberry Acres Rescue’s work. Its education ambassadors and outreach efforts help community members learn more about parrot behavior, enrichment, body language and responsible bird care. The organization also uses social media to share the experiences of birds in its care while providing information about compassionate parrot husbandry.
Community members can support Mulberry Acres Rescue through donations, sponsorships, volunteering and adoption. Because parrots can live for decades and may have complex behavioral or medical needs, the organization encourages prospective adopters to spend time getting to know different birds and understand the commitment involved before bringing one into their home.