JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2013 Nemours Children\u2019s Health in Jacksonville and the North Florida School of Special Education (NFSSE) have launched a new partnership to bring equine therapy to children receiving animal-assisted therapy.<\/p>\n
The collaboration will feature miniature horses from NFSSE\u2019s Delores Barr Weaver Therapeutic Equestrian Center visiting Nemours Children\u2019s regularly to provide equine-assisted activities. <\/p>\n
These sessions are part of Nemours\u2019 Assisted Dog and Pony Therapy (ADAPT) program, which supports children with chronic medical conditions through animal-assisted therapy.<\/p>\n
In a news release, Nemours said the partnership ensures consistent access to trained therapy horses and handlers, which enhances both therapeutic continuity and safety for the children.<\/p>\n
Nemours Children\u2019s Health in Jacksonville and the North Florida School of Special Education (NFSSE) have launched a new partnership to bring equine therapy to children receiving animal-assisted therapy. (Copyright 2025 by WJXT News4JAX – All rights reserved.)<\/p>\n
The partnership also offers opportunities for NFSSE students to engage with Nemours Children\u2019s services, promoting inclusive, community-based care.<\/p>\n
Supporting the program\u2019s expansion, the Rotary Club of East Arlington donated a specially designed miniature horse trailer to NFSSE. This trailer will transport therapy horses from the equestrian center to Nemours Children\u2019s, allowing the program to reach more children in the community.<\/p>\n
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