Greystone Manor Therapeutic Riding Center (GMTRC) held its annual "Mane" Event Gala on Oct. 23 at Bent Creek Country Club.

The event, which attracted 100 guests, featured a message from Deanna and Matt Adair, whose 7-year-old daughter, Zoey, has a rare genetic condition called Rett syndrome. The disorder, caused by a single gene mutation, has taken away Zoey's ability to walk, speak, or have full functionality of her hands.

During her address, Deanna said therapeutic riding at GMTRC has improved Zoey's core strength, balance, and use of her hands. Zoey has created close bonds with her horse, Little Lacey; her instructors; and the volunteers at the barn.

Deanna is a physical therapist and learned about GMTRC and its services through her co-workers at the Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development. Schreiber is responsible for connecting many of its clients to additional resources for continued development. Since joining the Schreiber team five years ago, Deanna has been able to recommend wrap-around services, like GMTRC, to her clients.

Schreiber provides outpatient and in-home pediatric therapy for people from birth to age 21, serving more than 4,000 children a year. Therapy services include occupational, physical, speech-language therapy, and behavioral health services.

Zoey has benefited from Schreiber's resources as well. She attended Schreiber's S.T.A.R.S. preschool and Circle of Friends Academy. Schreiber also offers recreation programs, summer camps, and specialized classes for parents.

GMTRC and the Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development are available to help new families in need and share resources for other organizations. The United Way of Lancaster County also provides information for people in need, which is available by visiting http://www.uwlanc.org or calling 211.