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6 people are interested
Change a Life - Therapeutic Riding Center Volunteers Needed
ORGANIZATION: DUE WEST THERAPUETIC RIDING CENTER INC
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6 people are interested
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, Due West Therapeutic Riding Center is the place for you. Our program could not survive without our devoted volunteers. These individuals, ranging from teenagers to retirees, receive extensive training and enjoy a multitude of opportunities withing the program, including side-walkers, horse leaders, and barn support. No knowledge of horses or disabilities required.
Volunteer Orientation and Training - October 7, 2017 from 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Due West Therapeutic Riding Center (DWTRC) provides therapeutic riding services to children and adults with disabilities and other therapeutic needs. Our program forms a connection between horse and rider that improves our riders overall well-being.
Our program is designed to serve individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities; including autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, multiple sclerosis, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, limited mobility, emotional disorders and vision and hearing impairments.
http://duewesttrc.org
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About DUE WEST THERAPUETIC RIDING CENTER INC
Location:
13400 Donahoo Road, Kansas City, KS 66109, US
Mission Statement
We created Due West Therapeutic Riding Center to provide therapeutic riding services to children and adults with physical, cognitive and social-emotional needs. Our program forms a connection between horse and rider that improves our clients' overall well-being. In addition, our beautiful property offers families the time they need away from their hectic lives.
Description
Founded in 2013 and as the first program of its kind in Wyandotte County, KS, Due West Therapeutic Riding Center provides therapeutic riding services to children and adults with disabilities and other therapeutic needs. Our program forms a connection between horse and rider that improves our client's overall well-being. Our program is designed to serve individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities; including autism spectrum disorder, Down Syndrome, multiple sclerosis, developmental delay, cerebral palsy, limited mobility, emotional disorders and vision and hearing impairments.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
13400 Donahoo RoadKansas City, KS 66109
DATE POSTED
August 27, 2017
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours per week
- volunteer schedule is flexible