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 child or teen who can find healing in the presence of our animals. There is no minimum age requirement. Siblings may also be eligible to participate based on availability. Please ask us if you are interested.
Our volunteers are super stars!
2024 Offerings
Please call to check availability and to arrange your 30 or 60 minute weekly time slot. Spring I: starting April 20, 2024 Spring II: tba Summer: tba Fall: tba
How To Apply
Interested participants must complete all portions of the Participant Application Forms packet. Applications should be mailed to Never Say Never Foundation, 906 Maple Drive, Webster, NY 14580. Questions? Click Contact Us or call us at (585) 787-9835. Once your application is received and reviewed, you will be contacted by our Family Services Administrator.
How Do I Start?
Once you’ve decided you’d like to participate in our equine and animal assisted activities program, and we've received your application, we will arrange an orientation session, or "meet-n-greet" where you can take some time to check out the barn and meet our loving staff of animals and volunteers. You can ask us questions, and tell us about your needs and why you are interested in our program. We'll provide you with some hands-on time with our horses and animals, let you ask questions, tell us what you'd like to do here at the farm, and let us know when you think you would like to come.
what is the cost?
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]
