Jacks Helping Hand Inc

JACK READY IMAGINATION PARK-is a 30 acre parcel that will include an Equestrian Center, an all-inclusive and accessible playground and playing fields to serve the general public. Phase 1, the Equestrian Center is completed and is currently the home of the adaptive horseback riding program. Accomplishments for the park for 2024 included complete irrigation and fencing for the four horse paddocks, rain gutters for the 10 stall horse barn, compost bays, planting of trees and construction of the security gate. The Equestrian Center was utilized for 20 children receiving lessons, and their families. There were 4-6 horses boarded there and the arenas were utilized for horse training and exercise. This facility was also utilized by local service organizations for meetings and workspaces.

OTHER OUTREACH PROGRAMS INCLUDE THERAPEUTIC EQUESTRIAN PROGRAM, water programs, toy lending library. The equestrian program uses PATH certified instructors and serves 15-20 children per year as each child has a scholarship for a 2 year period meeting weekly. This program focuses on motor coordination and balance, core strengthening, provides positive sensor stimulation and improves both communication and social skills. Instructors have goals establishd for each child.Camp Reach for the Stars: This program is a week long camp in Cambria for children who currently have cancer or had cancer in the past along with their entire families. The camp is directed by Oncology physicians, nurses, and professional counselors to provide a safe, supportive camping experience for the entire family. There are community volunteers, both young and old, and serves up to 25 families, nearly 90 people, along with the volunteer staff of 75. The expenses incurred include facility rental, insurance, food, transportation and activities for families and supplies.

Adaptive Recreation Programs-The Little Riders program is an adaptive horseback riding program taught by PATH CERTIFIED instructors for children with special needs. There were 20 riders with scholarships provided in 2024. Those 20 riders completed 383 lessons. The Little Swimmers program is an adaptive swimming program led by Angelfish certified instructors for chilren with special needs. There were 12 swimmers with scholarships provided in 2024. Those 12 swimmers completed 227 lessons.