Liz Helms founded and developed the program AHEAD With Horses Inc in 1968. She was the Executive Director from its inception till her passing in March 2012. ”We taught thousands of students, and along the line we came across handicapped children,” said Liz remembering their first – a boy with shallow hip sockets who...

VOLUNTEERS AWH has more than 300 volunteers each year from all parts of Los Angeles County. 70 -100 Middle School, High School and College students complete requirements for graduation credit. Volunteers assist in therapy sessions and Special Day activities. Eagle Scout projects, Silver Award Girl Scout Projects,...

Maximize potential of disabled/disadvantaged/special-needs children providing developmental therapy, education and recreation through horses and the environment, with measurable improvement physically, mentally, socially and/or emotionally resulting in increased self-sufficiency and the ability to lead better and more...