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Equine / Horse-Assisted Therapy

Discovery Riders

A therapeutic riding center providing equine-assisted activities and therapies. The Transformative Equine-Assisted Riding Program supports individuals ages 4 and up with physical, cognitive, or social-emotional disabilities. They also offer a 16-week Special Olympics program, a Social-Emotional Learning Program for classrooms and groups, and summer camps for children and teens. The Life Skills Volunteer Program is open to individuals ages 15 and up to assist with horse care, grooming, and supporting lessons. Additional programs include able-bodied riding lessons and programs for veterans. Financial assistance may be available for lesson fees. Contact the organization to sign up for programs.
(937) 935-6545
1797 State Route 47, East Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311
discoveryriders.org

Dreams on Horseback

Center offering equine-therapy and horse-assisted learning experiences to enrich lives. Programs include therapeutic riding for children and adults with disabilities, Military Connections for military personnel and veterans, youth social-emotional learning, vocational training for young adults with special needs, and more.
1416 Reynoldsburg-New Albany Road, Blacklick, Ohio 43004
(614) 864-9500
dreamsonhorseback.org

Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) International

Professional organization credentialing equine-assisted services. Their website is a great source of information about equine therapy and standards. Families can use the website to find programs across the country based on location or medical condition. They also offer scholarships to cover the cost of equine programs. Their programs serve at risk youth, military veterans, individuals with developmental disabilities, and more. Professionals can find information on credentialing and continuing education opportunities.
PO Box 33150 Denver, Colorado 80233
(800) 369-7433
pathintl.org

Shane Center for Therapeutic Horsemanship

Serves individuals ages 5+ with cognitive and physical disabilities such as autism, PTSD, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and others, through therapeutic horse riding. Programs include adaptive/therapeutic riding, independent riding, and Shane’s Calvary for veterans and their families.
7908 Myers Road, Centerburg, Ohio 43011
(740) 625-9324
shanecenter.org

Stockhands Horses for Healing

Offers equine-assisted therapeutic services for children and adults with mental, physical, and emotional challenges. They serve individuals with a wide range of diagnoses, including PTSD, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. They offer Therapeutic Riding Lessons year-round in 10-week sessions. Lessons are offered for a fee, and they accept private pay or third-party payers (including Individual Options Waiver and Ohio RISE). They also offer programs for veterans and first responders.
3788 Olentangy River Road, Delaware, Ohio 43015
(740) 834-9774
stockhands.org