In February 2021, João Eber da Rocha, the father of Audri Spake and a hardworking driver, unfortunately had a serious accident. After receiving treatment, his condition gradually stabilized, but he had to lie motionless, which made Audri grieve every day.
To appease her bedridden father, Audri took him on a tour of Fazenda Rio Grande, home to the headquarters of Coletivo Inclusão, a nonprofit that promotes the inclusion of the disabled and vulnerable. Among the events they promote, Equine Therapy - which is already available.
That day, they were approached by a therapy horse named Paçoca, who put his head on João, who was lying on the bed. For a moment, the horse closed his eyes, as if reassuring that everything was going to be alright.
This emotional, unexpected encounter brought João to tears. Paçoca had been comforting him in this way throughout their time together.
The sensational moment was captured and shared on Audri's Instagram, touching the hearts of many. Many people were moved by the calm look on Paçoca's face and João's indescribable tears. There is nothing more beautiful and precious than this unforgettable moment.
Paçoca is known as a therapy horse working with volunteers from the non-profit Coletivo Inclusão. He has helped many people in need, from disabled children to the elderly, from individuals to families.
