Alayna Shines in Hippotherapy, and in Life

 Alayna: the name means bright shining light. How perfectly right it is for this little girl! From the moment we first saw her at Triangle Therapy Services, we were captivated. She’s a tiny powerhouse who just turned two this summer, with soft dark curls and sweet loving eyes. Here she is, riding backward with amazing balance, and with her occupational therapist Shannon, and a visitor who really wanted to hold her.






Jacob's Fund grants funds for hippotherapy to children with developmental impairments whose families cannot afford the cost of using the horse as a therapy tool. Jacob's Fund carries forward the loving, generous spirit of Jacob Noah Beachy, our founder's grandson. Jacob's experience in hippotherapy bordered on magical. He learned to walk and run; his vocabulary expanded exponentially. Honoring his life by helping other children achieve their potential and live a fuller, richer life is our mission. 

We continue to be able to help children because caring people donate to Jacob's Fund. All donations go directly to children whose lives are enriched by hippotherapy.

Donations can be made on our Facebook page,

https://www.facebook.com/JacobBeachyFund

Or you can send a check to:

Jacob Beachy Fund
1630 Tipperary Dr.
Middletown, Ohio 45042-3875


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