Apifera Farm,owned by Martyn and Katherine Dunn, has been helping animals since 2004. In 2016, they moved all the animals to mid coast Maine and became a non profit. Their mission is to help animals in need but to also share the healing power of animals with elder people in the community. In 2024 they built the additional Healing Barn which allow for year round visits with elders to mingle with the animals. There will also be workshops focusing on the healing qualities of animals, storytelling and art.

Katherine is an artist/writer and is the animal caregiver. Her husband Martyn is a landscaper by day and is an integral force to the farm with building and infrastructure work. He also maintains the gardens which guests can enjoy.