Our unique mission is to provide children in need with recreational equine and animal assisted activities in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. Our participants are not required to meet any specific medical or physical goals during their time here. Although the physical, mental and emotional benefits are significant and quite measurable, our young participants are not required to work towards and/or achieve any specific health related or medical goals. They simply enjoy their special time with our special horses and animals in a relaxed and supportive environment. We consider each individual’s personal reasons for wanting to be here at the farm. Our program is strictly an opportunity for children and teens who are suffering to spend time away from their trauma and find peace and joy with our animals and the caring volunteers who dedicate their time, compassion and care to them.
Eligibilty
We hope to reach out to any individual who can find healing in the presence of our animals. There is no minimum age requirement.
2026 Offerings
For the 2026 season, we will run four 6-week sessions during which individuals will be assigned one 30 minute time slot per week. Sign up for one or more 6 week sessions.
Session 1: April 11, 18, 25 and May 2, 9, 16 Session 2: May 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27 and July11 Session 3: July 25, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Session 4: September 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
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How do i start?
Our volunteers are super stars!
Our Barn Buddy Program utilizes 1-on-1 volunteers to facilitate animal-assisted activities for individuals with special needs. Individuals will be assigned a support staff volunteer after 1) the Application is completed and 2) The individual and parent visit the facility with the Program Director. This is an informal "meet and greet" to familiarize you with the farm, staff and program and give you the opportunity to ask any questions or share any specific concerns or needs. 1. CLICK HERE FOR APPLICATION 2 CLICK HERE TO ARRANGE YOUR INITIAL VISIT
pricing and payment
Our program qualifies for and accepts self-directed funding. Cost is $300 per child per 6 week session. Payment is expected on or before first day of each session. If you are using self directed funds, please submit your agent's full contact information for invoicing and/or reimbursement to Janice at [email protected]
