Summary The Pony & Me Adapted Equine Program for children with disabilities is an animal-assisted therapy to help children with a variety of disabilities. Location Address: 26208 Township Rd 511 Spruce Grove, Alberta T7Y 1C6 Opportunity Type: Ongoing - Start Anytime Schedule: Flexible About This Opportunity This type of therapy uses the riding of horses as an effective way of providing physical and emotional therapy as well as psychological benefits to the children with various disabilities including cerebral palsy, spectrum of autism, visual and hearing loss, anxiety disorder, learning disorder and many more. Children will be assisted by volunteers and under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist they will be led in physical exercise and interacting with the animals. Adapted equipment is available: specialized therapy saddle (Inky Dinky and adjustable saddle), rein markers, and helmets. In partnership with WELCA and Little Bits Therapeutic Riding Association. Class size is limited. Please contact us to be added to a waiting list. Volunteer Requirements Willing to undergo a background or police records check. Causes Children & Youth #J-18808-Ljbffr
Pony & Me Equine Therapy
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city of spruce grove, city of spruce grove
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