Country Ark is for kids

MILFORD — Can you think of a better way to engage your child’s interest than to interact with animals? Country Ark Farm does just this for mentally, emotionally, and physically challenged children. The 26-acre farm, located in Pike County, has well socialized exotic and domestic animals of many different varieties just ready to be touched and loved by the children. Many testify to children’s increased socialization and communication skills, not to mention the growth in self-confidence. In addition to on-site visits for individuals and specialized school groups and day - rehabilitation groups, CAF visits institutions and schools that specialize in working with children in need of therapy. The rewards are incalculable when seeing the child respond to these animals. Director Donna Ciancitto says “without the support of United Way, Country Ark Farm would not be as successful as it is. It is the caring of individuals and community members that allows us to provide this wonderful service to the specially-abled community.” “There is such a sense of joy and awe when I visit Country Ark and see the response of children to these animals. The United Way is happy to support this agency!” said UWPC Board President, Christine Obser. For more information about the United Way of Pike County or any of its upcoming events visit www.unitedwaypike.org, or call 570-296-9980. Further information about any of the agencies providing services in Pike County can be found at www.PikePaHelp.org.