Horses, Inc

We are very pleased to announce our newest horse riding therapy program. BRAVE, (Bringing Recovery through Activities for Veterans using Equine) is designed to benefit wounded military service personnel.

We are proud to offer this pilot program as a thank you to veterans serving our country, by waiving our riding fees in honor of those who have so bravely supported our country. The goal of these therapy classes, led by a certified instructor,  is to restore dignity and confidence, address physical, mental or emotional issues and to improve overall health and well being of our wounded military personnel. The classes are to be held once per week.

We will be seeking support and volunteers from several military related agencies (i.e. VA clinic, VFW, Reserves, National Guard, etc.). Any active, retired or honorably discharged persons who have served our country, and are willing to assist in a therapeutic horseback riding class about 1- 1 ½  hours, one day a week working with wounded fellow service men and women are eligible to help in this program. These volunteers will be assisting riders with mounting and dismounting the horse, leading the horse or side-walking alongside the rider to ensure their safety. All volunteers must submit an application and attend a volunteer orientation prior to assisting in class. 

If you are interested in participating as a rider or volunteering with the “BRAVE” program, visit our website www.horsesinc.org to get a volunteer application, call us at (270) 437-3881, OR e-mail horses_inc@yahoo.com for more information.

‎2012 ANNOUNCEMENT ~ February 14, 2012
To all persons involved in H.O.R.S.E.S., Inc.:
     As our program continues to grow, very quickly, so are our demands, expenses, expectations and goals. We are so lucky to offer this exceptional program that changes people’s lives in so many positive ways. Thank you for being a part of it.
     During the 2009 to 2011 riding seasons, our list of riders went from about 20 to roughly 50, with about 25 currently on a waiting list. This is very exciting for H.O.R.S.E.S., Inc…with growth, comes change and this announcement is about the future of our program. Over several months of meetings and conversations the decision has been made to consolidate our program to one location, which will be Carson Park in Paducah. We realize this business decision will impinge on some of our riders and volunteers, of which we sincerely apologize. Knowing the reasons for this move should help you understand that our next phase for H.O.R.S.E.S., Inc. is going to be very big.
     In the past 3 years we have applied and been denied grants that would have allowed us to expand the Dexter location. However, the arena is on personal property, not deemed “commercial” and building on personal property is not allowed within the guidelines of grants we have pursued. This, in and of itself is enough to keep holding us back. Insurance is another concern. Although H.OR.S.E.S. Inc. has appropriate insurance in place, we are still on personal property which could potentially become a conflict if the arena, barn, etc. were destroyed. We would not be able to re-build, as it’s on personal property….
Having 12 horses is another challenge. We are simply out of room…..
     The board of directors of Carson Park, along with McCracken County Judge Executive have invited H.O.R.S.E.S., Inc. to be a permanent resident at Carson Park. What this means for us is:
1. More space
2. More classes offered
3. More exposure for our program
4. More opportunities for growth
Growth opportunities planned for H.OR.S.E.S.,Inc:
Horses for Heroes (Veterans)
Minis in Motion (Miniature horses to take to schools)
Project “Going Green” (Composting)
Interactive Vaulting
After School Projects/ field trips
Jr. Volunteer Program (for ages 11-14)
Sports Riding (Shows, Special Olympics, etc.)
Group Therapy (Utilizing a counselor or psychologist & horse)
Domestic Violence Retreat
Summer Camp (camp for kids)
Senior Project (for those 65 & over)
Mentor Program for At Risk Youth
Horse Trailer Project (Paint Horse Trailer & Apply Logo)
Instructor Workshop
Internship programs – barn manager, nonprofit leadership, horse care, office work
Grant writing – assistance through college non-profit leadership classes
     As the 2012 riding season is very near, we are currently making the transition to Carson Park, thus starting to schedule riders and volunteers. We ask that you join us in our excitement and help us build a bigger, stronger, better program by helping us change lives!
Sincerely,
Joy Winebarger
Executive Director

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