HORSE HUMAN INTERACTION IS THERAPEUTIC AND HEALING
SHI IS NO LONGER ABLE TO OFFER FORMAL EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY. At SHI we promote and nurture the benefits of the Human/horse interaction and relationship. SHI used to offer Equine assisted Therapy. Here is Gracie our wonderful Quarterhorse mare who was rescued from a feedlot. Someone's trash she became our treasure. She took care of Ava on her Saturday morning rides. Sadly Gracie died from coiic. She is missed every day. A very special little mare.
In the past, SHI partnered with Community Interface Services, a state and federally funded program for young adults with special needs. SHI was a “worksite” for these individuals. Small groups came each morning to assist with the day to day chores of running the rescue/sanctuary. Interacting and connecting with the horses by grooming and hand walking, this calming environment is most therapeutic for these individuals while giving them a sense of being needed and a sense of accomplishment. They soon learn to follow directions and complete a task.
SHI welcomes members of our Military, active duty or retired. We also welcome First Responders. Volunteering at the ranch is an excellent way to unwind, easing daily stress, anxiety, PTSD created by the job they do protect and serve us.