Berkshire Style: The Equus Effect
Since the World War II, the most massive military inflagration in history ended in 1945, the United States has enjoyed only five years when it was not at war or involved in the military defense of some nation around the world. The intensity of this foreign involvement in the preservation of democracy and freedom has only increased since the Septembter11th, 2001, attacks on the United States.
The result has been a proliferation of veterans who served their country and then have trouble integrating into the civilian population after military service. The Equus Effect Farm, 37 Drum Road in Sharon is one organization that is helping modern-day veterans and first responders deal with the lingering effects of their service through interactions with horses.
To demonstrate how the therapeutic interaction of human and animal enables our nation’s heroes to readjust to their normal lives, the Equus Effect will hold “The Art of Collaboration” Saturday, September 7th, from 4:30 to 6:30PM. Demonstrations of how clients interact with the animals begins at 4:45PM sharp. There will be beer, wine, soft drinks and hors d’oeuvres set against a background of live music by the popular local group, the Joint Chiefs.
