[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 112 (Thursday, June 29, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E926]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             RECOGNIZING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF PONY BIRD

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                            HON. JASON SMITH

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 29, 2017

  Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, children and adults who are 
mentally and physically disabled have a great friend in an organization 
called Pony Bird, Incorporated located in Jefferson County, Missouri.
  Named after a children's book about a young boy and his magical 
flying pony, Pony Bird is celebrating its 40th anniversary. It began in 
1977 in one home devoted to caring for 10 severely disabled children. 
Today, Pony Bird provides 24-hour care in six residential homes for up 
to 60 individuals unable to walk or meet their daily living needs.
  The facilities in Mapaville and De Soto allow residents to receive a 
maximum level of personalized care. They lead happy lives through 
socialization, participation, work and the opportunity to volunteer as 
members of their community.
  Pony Bird has been recognized many times by the State of Missouri 
Department of Mental Health for its outstanding level of care. It is my 
great privilege to celebrate their 40 years of caring for our most 
vulnerable citizens today before the United States House of 
Representatives.

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