Since 1978, Fieldstone Farm, a nonprofit, has been providing therapeutic horse-related programs to people with disabilities of all ages. Fieldstone Farm horses help more than 800 students annually. Riders with disabilities attend from all over Northeast Ohio. Riders with cognitive impairments such as Down Syndrome or Autism Spectrum Disorder, physical disabilities including Cerebral Palsy and Spinal Cord Injuries, psychosocial disorders including behavioral issues and sensory impairments, learn riding skills while they improve their balance, strengthen muscles, work on educational goals, learn communication skills, increase their self-esteem and gain confidence.
How Horses Make a Difference
For children and adults with disabilities, the equestrian experience is life changing. No other therapeutic recreational opportunity benefits so many aspects of a disability in such a holistic way. Imagine the sense of confidence and independence a rider who uses a wheelchair feels on a horse. Think of a student's muscles growing stronger as he brushes his horse. Watch the emotional connection a rider develops with her horse, instructor, volunteers and fellow students. At Fieldstone Farm, these kinds of "Little Victories" happen every day. It's a special place where riders of all ages benefit physically, cognitively and emotionally from a wide variety of horse experiences tailored to their needs by a trained team of horses, instructors and volunteers.
2012 Ride-A-Thon Has A New Date!
Circle May 20th on your calendar now for the new SPRING date of the 2012 Fieldstone Farm Ride-A-Thon. Join us for a leisurely ride on the trails of the Metroparks South Chagrin Reservation.
Minimum $50.00 pledge includes T-shirt and lunch.
Watch for more details coming soon!!
For more information, or to sponsor this event please call 440.708.0013 or email nmarkle@fieldstonefarmtrc.com
SAVE THE DATE FOR CHEFS UNBRIDLED 2012!
Plans are already underway for our second Chefs Unbridled planned for September 15th, 2012 on the grounds of the Chagrin Valley Hunt Club. The evening will include a sumptuous tasting dinner prepared by several local chefs, entertainment and more. Gather your friends early and book a table. Space will fill up quickly!
More details to follow soon. To sponsor this event contact Nancy Markle at nmarkle@fieldstonefarmtrc.com or call 440.708.0013 ext. 126
2012 Spring Break Camp
We are pleased to announce a spring break camp for our riders. Students who have enjoyed our summer camp will certainly not want to miss the fun in our spring break camp.
If you have never participated in our summer camp, here's your chance. Riders 6-14 years old will participate in daily lessons, arts and crafts and plenty of horse fun!
Siblings of campers are also invited to participate. Space is limited.
Dates: March 26 - March 30th
Time: 9:30 - 12:30pm
Fee: $200
For more information contact Molly Schlanser at 440-708-0013 x129 or by email at mschlanser@fieldstonefarmtrc.com
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