Updates from the Farm
  • Mental Health providers are considered essential workers, so we are NOT closing our doors.

  • We are accepting new clients and taking safety precautions. We are offering Telehealth visits that include video connection for all clients. We are meeting in person with clients in crisis situations.

  • We will accept new clients and continue to serve ongoing clients that have lost health inusrance coverage due to Covid-19. As always, we will serve children, adults and families regardless of their financial situation.

  • All groups have been cancelled through May.

  • We are not staffing phones. Voicemails left at (740) 924 - 7543 will be answered in 24 hours. We are responding to emails at Info@PBJConnections.org

Here are a few positive updates:


  • PBJ Connections is hosting the a webinar called "Get out of Taco's Bedroom" about finding equality in Eagala model equine assisted psychotherapy teams inspired by our therapy horse Taco!


  • Our staff is staying connected through weekly Zoom meetings where we share our quarantine projects and support each other.

  • The horses are getting a lot of attention and care. Rocky the Therapy Horse even got a new best friend! - you can meet him by following Rocky's Facebook page.

  • We have some great events to look forward to below and we will be celebrating therapy horse Dia's 12th birthday all this week. Join us for a virtual birthday party on Friday, April 17th at 12 PM on our Facebook Page.
Telehealth
We are providing Teletherapy services through a HIPAA compliant platform called Doxy.me which offers clients video and audio contact with their therapist over the internet.
Health insurance companies have been able to relax guidelines in an effort to make telehealth services available to more people during the pandemic. We are using this techonology as a way to continue to provide therapy services while limiting the use of shared office space.
Welcome our new Board Members
Elizabeth Bernard and Lawrence McGarth are joining our 2020 Board of Directors.

Upcoming Events
April 29th from 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Addressing Equality in All Parts of the Eagala Model Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Team.

How to listen to yourself and the horses to create powerful facilitation teams. A presentation inspired by our spirited therapy horse Taco.
June 6th from 12:00 - 2:00 pm

Horses have a lot to teach us about our personal power. In this session, the horses (with some help from the human facilitators) will show us how they use authenticity and mindfulness to demonstrate power without relying on dominating others. Participants will explore the difference between passivity, assertiveness and aggression, and will practice making space for their full selves while sharing space with others. No previous equine experience is required. Please communicate any need for accommodation prior to the session.
June 13th from 1:00 - 3:00 pm

Explore connections in nature, with yourself and with others in this two hour workshop.
Dress in comfortable clothing and be prepared to be outdoors. Will have a horse-based activity with this program.
Save the Date!
Saturday, July 25th
12:00 - 2:00 PM
FREE

Rocky the Therapy Horse is celebrating his favorite holiday this summer by bringing the spirit of Christmas to the farm in July.
Friday, October 30th
6:00 - 9:00 PM
The Annunciation Banquet Center and Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Downtown Columbus

Early bird tickets are on sale now for our biggest fundraiser of the year featuring wine and food pairings and a huge silent auction.
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Annual Sponsor Highlight: Equine Veterinary Dental Services
Equine Veterinary Dental Services is an amazing resource to our community.
Here is Taco feeling grateful to have his teeth looked at by Dr. Jeff Reiswig.