Last week, we got to celebrate the 28th graduate of our 50-week equine assisted therapy program, Annette! Annette began this program in April of 2024 and it has been truly incredible to see her transformation over the past year. We have watched her confidence grow along with the friendships she has made here that will last a lifetime. It warmed our hearts to see 4 other program graduates show up to support her in this accomplishment along with more than 25 other family and friends! Annette shared at her graduation that this program saved her life. We are humbled to have had the opportunity to make such a profound impact and deeply grateful that Annette was brought to us when she was.
US Army SPC E4 Annette O’Hara served from 1993-1996. Her job specialty: Record Telecommunications & Operator Maintainer.
Her decorations & medals:
National Defense Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Overseas Service Ribbon
Rifle M16 Marksman Qualification Badge
We would like to thank VFW 1148 for sponsoring Annette and making this journey possible for her!
Annette, we are SO incredibly proud of you and grateful to have you as part of our community. Everyone please help us congratulate this warrior on her dedication, perseverance, and growth!