Therapeutic Riding

Therapeutic riding is an equine-assisted activity designed for the purpose of contributing positively to the cognitive, physical, emotional, and social well-being of riders with disabilities.

Riders are placed with licensed horseback riding instructors to work on goals that encourage self-confidence and contribute to improved physical conditions. Clients can sign up for therapeutic riding lessons year-round at Ironstone Farm, which is available to ages 6 and older.

Schools & Adult Day and Rehabilitation Programs
In addition to the individual client, we offer weekly group lessons for schools and adult daycare centers for people with disabilities. Group lessons can help riders develop relationships and form social bonds with their peers while encouraging teamwork and support among riders.

Benefits of Therapeutic Riding:

Improves balance, strength, and range of motion
Improves coordination/motor skills
Sensory integration
Increases confidence, patience, and self-esteem
Improves social skills
Greater listening skills and focus

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Connecting people and horses to improve people’s quality of life is at the heart of our programs.

“His confidence is through the roof, and his verbal skills are improving every day”

Dad Peter Kolokithas

Individuals Served

We work with a wide range of disabilities. Including, but not limited to:

Apert syndrome
ADHD
ASD
Autism
Anxiety

Cerebral Palsy
Developmental Delay
Down syndrome
Epilepsy
Learning Disabilities

Multiple Sclerosis
Quadriplegia
Seizure Disorder
Speech Delay
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Ironstone Stories: Epilepsy Foundation New England

For the past five years, the Epilepsy Foundation New England has been bringing children from all over the state for an unforgettable experience at Ironstone Farm. Hear their story and learn how therapeutic riding can change lives for the better.

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