Our Story
The dream of Hope and Healing Therapeutic Riding began as a conversation about the power of the horse to transform lives. Many of us have had the privilege of having at least one special horse in our lives who gave us confidence and companionship when we needed it most.
They truly were angels who carried us to the next stage of our lives. To those horses, we are forever grateful. HHTR seeks to offer that experience to children and adults with challenges who will also be forever changed by the healing power of the horse.
Our Mission
Hope and Healing Therapeutic Riding (HHTR) is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with physical, cognitive, emotional, educational, and behavior disabilities; youth at risk; abused and neglected children; through equine-assisted activities and therapies.
What is Therapeutic Riding?
Equine-Assisted Activities and Therapies (EAAT)
Any specific activity in which the center's clients, participants, volunteers, instructors and equines are involved. These may include, but are not limited to, the following activities and therapies offered by HHTR.
Adaptive Therapeutic Riding
Mounted activities including traditional riding disciplines or adaptive riding activities conducted by a PATH Intl. registered instructor.
Equine-Facilitated Learning
An educational approach that includes equine-facilitated activities incorporating the experience of equine/human interaction conducted by a PATH Intl. registered instructor and/or mental health professional.
Benefits of Equine-Assisted Activities include:
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Increased strength, balance, and flexibility
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Improved motor skills
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Promotes speech and cognitive reasoning
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Building relationships and social skills
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Increased confidence
