Therapeutic Riding at Breezy Hill

The philosophy of the Therapeutic Riding program at Breezy Hill is to expose those with physical, developmental and social delays to the joys and benefits of horseback riding while simultaneously providing specific therapeutic interventions.

The Therapeutic Riding program at Breezy Hill emphasizes the enjoyment and freedom of riding a horse. Therapeutic interventions are integrated within the riding experience and facilitate self sufficiency in daily living tasks. The ultimate goal of this program is to increase independence in all areas of living while participating in a fun activity.

Goals:

• Allow those with limited mobility/ambulation the freedom of movement without assistive devices (i.e. wheelchairs, walkers)

• Encourage care of the horse with eventual carryover into self care skills

• Decrease tone and abnormal movement patterns

• Establish a caring relationship between the rider and the horse

• Increase strength, endurance and balance

• Improve coordination and fine motor skills

• Have Fun!

Requirements for first lesson:

• MD prescription that is less than 30 days old

• Completed health form with current health issues listed

• Liability form (from TR@BH)

• ISP/IEP form (optional but helpful)

Credentials:

• NARHA member

• Licensed and certified Therapeutic Riding Instructors

• Registered and licensed Occupational Therapist

About Therapeutic Riding @ Breezy Hill

Breezy Hill Farm is a 100 acre farm located in Holliston, MA. The riders use one of six horses in an outdoor or indoor riding ring. With each rider, we have two volunteers, a leader for the horse, a riding instructor and at times an occupational therapist. TR@BH can accommodate riders of all ages and levels of need.

Contacts:

• Website: www.bhfhorses.com

• Email: therapeutic@bhfhorses.com

• Donna Kramer: 508-429-6626

May Breezy Hill be a ray of sunshine, a breath of fresh air and a patch of blue sky for you!

Fee: $60 per 30 minute lesson which includes riding and grooming.

• Laura Ryan OTR/L license #3500,

• MA License 5112

• Tyler Lindmark NIT - MA License #3339

• Alyson Rockwood - NAHRA certified
  

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Please call or email us at therapeutic@bhfhorses.com
for more information

Our program is supported by:

• The Genesis Fund
• Wayside Youth and Family Services
• The Kennedy/Donovan Foundation
• Department of Mental Retardation
  Autism waiver
• Donations gratefully accepted - we are a non profit organization. 501 (c) (3) # 20-3072066

We use 2-3 volunteers for each student. We would be grateful for YOUR help.  Call or email if you can give us a piece of your time.