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Professional and Public Education Presentations
Schedule of Events
Directory of Equestrian Related Websites
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS
Since our scholarship program was initiated, Pegasus is proud to have awarded 104 scholarships for therapeutic riding to clients with different disabilities. The number of clients in need grows continually. These clients with financial need generally come from the following categories:
- Disabled children from low or fixed income families;
- Disabled children from single-parent families;
- Disabled children or adults with major traumas such as burns, head trauma, spinal cord injuries, or cancer. Disabilities such as these usually exhaust the patients' medical coverage before the client reaches the rehabilitation stage;
- Families with more than one disabled family member. These could be a result of genetic diseases common to siblings or disabled parents with disabled children;
- Disabled adults on fixed incomes.
Clients must apply and qualify for scholarships.
PROFESSIONAL AND PUBLIC EDUCATION PRESENTATIONS
As part of our public education services, Pegasus continues to open its facility so that the general public may see this unique therapy program. These services, initiated in 1989, hosted groups from schools, day care centers, scout troops, youth organizations, adult day care centers, pre-school classes, informal groups and families from the community. Visits and field trips include a tour of Pegasus' facility, an introduction to our horses, which include petting and equine education. In addition, members of the Pegasus staff provide professional and public education presentations for the many groups and health agencies.
The adult and professional presentations focused on therapeutic riding and its medical and psychological benefits. The presentations for children and youth focused on developing sensitivity to and awareness of disabled individuals. Presentations are conducted by Pegasus Staff and are provided free of charge. Any group interested in a visit should call the Pegasus office.
- Carol Tatum Memorial Dinner Dance
Saturday, February 9, 2008
The Knowlton Mansion
Verree Road & Rhawn Street, Philadelphia, PA 19152 - Ancient Order of Hibernians Beef and Beer Fundraiser for Pegasus Scholarship Fund
Sunday, December 2, 2007
2-6 PM
Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 61; corner of Frankford Ave. & Rhawn Street behind Wachovia Bank parking lot
Domestic beer, soda & home made food
$20.00 per person
Tickets sold at the door
Raffle baskets & silent auction items
Pictures with Banjo, the miniature horse from 3-4 PM (Bring your cameras!)
Celebrity Bartenders: State Representatives John Perzel, John Taylor & George Kenney and Philadelphia City Councilman Jack Kelly
