Mission. History. Healing with Horses Ranch 2015 Annual Report

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1 2015 Annual Report

2 1 Mission Healing With Horses Ranch is a 501(c)(3) therapeutic riding center focused on providing safe and affordable Equine Assisted Activities and Therapy (EAAT) to individuals with physical, cognitive or emotional challenges. Healing with Horses Ranch is driven by a passion to provide the highest quality equine assisted therapeutic services in the greater Austin area to at-risk youth, veterans, and families through a healing environment and continuum of supportive services. History Healing with Horses Ranch was designated a 501(c)3 organization in 2011, founded by Patty D'Andrea, a PATH International Advanced Certified Riding Instructor and Certified Equine Specialist. Patty has over 30 years of professional experience. Since the inception of Healing with Horses we have had significant growth. In 2013/2014 we began collaborations with three agencies: Austin Travis County Integral Care, serving at-risk youth; Disability Services of the Southwest; and Touch of Class, serving individuals with various physical, mental or emotional challenges. Currently, we provide therapeutic services to 32 clients, 57% being at-risk youth.

3 2 Contents Mission... 1 History... 1 Testimonials... 2 Staff... 4 Volunteers... 7 Horses... 9 Clients & Programs Events Future Planning... 14

4 3 Testimonials The ranch was amazing the moment I got there and i can't get enough of it. From the instructors, to the horses, and all the many volunteers, it has felt like a family. It gives anyone who comes out a chance to breathe and have a whole lot of fun. It is truly an awesome place to be! -Maddy M The ranch has a great positive atmosphere. I've found that helping out here is as therapeutic for me as it is for the students! -Teddy H Healing with Horses Ranch and the work that Patty does has changed my life for the better. The people who work to better the lives of so many others, from the students and their families to the volunteers and horses, have shown a sense of dedication, compassion and love that inspires me to work hard and drives me to improve where ever I can. The opportunity that I have been given by Patty and her team is one that many twenty somethings don't get to have so soon in life. I am truly grateful and inspired by the work done and blown away by the number of hours community members give to the ranch on their own time. It is a special place and I thank Patty for bringing her dream to reality! -Elyse G

5 4 Staff Founder, Executive Director, and PATH Intl Advanced Instructor Superpower: going to extraordinary measures to include everyone Grants Manager Superpower: keeping Patty organized Ranch Operations Manager Superpower: Gettin it done! Program Director Superpower: Future Vision

6 5 Office Manager Superpower: Multi-tasking PATH Intl Instructor Superpower: kid and horse whisperer Equine Health Specialist Superpower: Mom to all, hooved and not Volunteer Coordinator Superpower: People whisperer PATH Instructor Superpower: Horse Conditioning

7 6 Board of Directors John D Andrea, President Wilde Parry Vice President Tim Ray Former President Stacy Whiteley Treasurer Sandra Serna Whitney Sterling Jordan Zecher Jamie Southard Kerianne Crooker Morgan Courage

8 7.Volunteers 7558 $166, Elyse Greenberg 2015 Volunteer of the Year Superpowers: Organizing Chaos

9 8 Volunteers are the heart and soul of our program. They help with facilities maintenance, lessons, horse conditioning, office work, event planning, and more! In addition to our regular volunteers, in 2015 we had over 10 volunteer work groups come out to support us. Mavericks University of Texas Wranglers

10 9 Horses Our horses do the true healing. We partner with a variety of breeds, shapes, and sizes of horses to meet the needs of all of our riders. Our horses work hard to carry everything from a rider's unbalanced weight to emotional trauma. To join our team, our horses go through a careful screening process, ensuring the safety of our riders. As a result, we have a wonderful team of gentle horses. Lacey Bo There is no secret so close as that between a rider and his horse. ~Robert Smith Surtees

11 10 Holly Dawn Rocky Oreo Avalon Dude Weston Okie Cool Man

12 11 Clients & Programs Total Weekly Students by Year Jan '12 Dec '12 Dec '13 Dec '14 Dec '15 32 In 2014 Healing with Horses Ranch served a total of 111 clients, which included weekly sessions, summer camps, two Helping Hands Homes programs, five conditioning team clients, two Work to Ride participants, and one Veteran. Regular Sessions Special needs/disabilities Therapeutic riding Equine facilitated learning Summer Camp Three weeks of camps "Own" a horse for a week 5 days/week 9am-12pm Instructor Training Day 7 trainees PATH program 4 days Conditioning Team Improve riding skills Condition horses Healing We served clients with a wide range of abilities, ages, & challenges. down syndrome cerebral palsy spina bifida vision & hearing impaired autism trauma anxiety & depression foster/adoptive children & youth

13 12 Healing with Horses Ranch is the only Animal Assisted Therapy Program in Travis County approved and funded through Austin Travis County Integral Care (ATCIC). Horse Shows Gold Stirrup Horse Show March 8, 2015 eight participants Regional Special Olympics April 2015 seven participants State Special Olympics May 2015 four participants Healing with Horses Ranch Trail-a-thon September 2015 local community members and four students

14 13 Events Fundraisers Healing with Horses Ranch hosts and attends a variety of events. Some for fund raising and all for community-building. Trail-a-Thon, $3,800 We love to have fun at the Ranch! Amplify Austin, $2,100 Yellow Jacket Social Club, $9,000 Other Events Volunteer Recognition January 19, 2014 Client & Family Easter Egg Hunt April 19, 2014 PATH Intl Conference ~ Orlando, FL Attended by Executive Director, Patty D Andrea

15 14 Future Planning In 2014 Healing with Horses Ranch built 14 covered stalls. We have completed our Site Development Plan, and are now poised to continue development of the organization and the property. Looking ahead Construction of covered arena that will cost a projected $30,000. Completion of Premier PATH Intl Center certification. Implementation of a Parent Support services.