The Mark Perry Memorial and the Kathy Blanton Memorial Scholarships will be offered by Windrush Farm in North Andover this spring, but those interested need to sign up soon.
This scholarship will provide an adult, adolescent, or child with disabilities with the opportunity to have a therapeutic riding session at the farm. Eligible residents of Newburyport may be interested in this session.
Eligibility for these scholarships means being six years of age or older and having emotional, cognitive, or physical challenges, and being from a family with a financial need or other qualifying circumstances. The individual should also not have participated previously in such an unmounted or therapeutic riding program. More details about such criteria and programs can be circulated with flyer printing.
Mark Perry, an equine dentist, cared for the horses at Windrush Farm and elsewhere in New England. Kathy Blanton rode at the farm for many years and was an early beneficiary of therapeutic riding undergoing emotional and physical growth. CEO of Windrush Farm, Janet Nittmana, said that the two understand there is a special connection between people and horses. She added that these scholarships will enable an individual to heave the joyful experience of horseback riding, which can increase their self-esteem, well-bring, and confidence.
The session for the spring begins Monday, March 1 and ends Monday, June 14. The deadline for applications for the scholarship are due Friday, January 15.
Location
188 Route One Traffic Circle
Newburyport, MA 01950
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Hours
Sometimes closing early on long weekends, please check Facebook for up to date changes.
Mon: 8:00 - 5:00
Tue: 8:00 - 5:00
Wed: 8:00 - 5:00
Thu: 8:00 - 5:00
Fri: 8:00 - 4:00
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed