- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
1 person is interested
Andover, MA - Volunteers Wanted for Therapeutic Riding Day Camp
ORGANIZATION: Epilepsy Foundation New England
Please visit the new page to apply.
- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
1 person is interested
We're looking for 12 volunteers per day for our Camp Matty therapeutic horseback riding day camp! Volunteers will walk alongside the horses while the children are riding, and play games and do craft activities with campers while they are not riding. Horsemanship skills are taught to the campers and volunteers may assist as needed. These may include grooming the horse, and learning about saddling the horse.
Volunteers who are experienced with horses are especially welcome, but no prior horse experience is necessary.
About the Camp: Camp Matty is a therapeutic horseback riding program designed for children with epilepsy. The day camp affords children with epilepsy the opportunity to learn to horseback ride in a safe environment with trained personnel supported by parents and volunteers. Horseback riding is considered a uniquely beneficial form of therapy. The physical benefits of muscle strengthening and improved coordination are paralleled by the social and psychological benefits of the program. The activities are designed to foster a sense of teamwork and friendship among the children. Camp Matty also has tremendous impact on the parents and caregivers who accompany their children each day of the camp. They focus on their children having fun in a safe and accessible environment and connect to other parents who share similar life experiences.
5 Shifts
-
Fri Jul 24, 2020
-
08:45 AM to 01:15 PM
Sidewalkers, crafts, activities, and children helpers
-
Thu Jul 23, 2020
-
08:45 AM to 01:15 PM
Sidewalkers, crafts, activities, and children helpers
-
Wed Jul 22, 2020
-
08:45 AM to 01:15 PM
Sidewalkers, crafts, activities, and children helpers
-
Tue Jul 21, 2020
-
08:45 AM to 01:15 PM
Sidewalkers, crafts, activities, and children helpers
-
Mon Jul 20, 2020
-
08:45 AM to 01:15 PM
Sidewalkers, crafts, activities, and children helpers
More opportunities with Epilepsy Foundation New England
2 ReviewsNo additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Epilepsy Foundation New England
Location:
650 Suffolk St., Suite 405, Lowell, MA 01854, US
Mission Statement
Epilepsy Foundation New England aims to improve the lives of individuals and families impacted by epilepsy and seizures.
Description
Epilepsy Foundation New England is an independent nonprofit organization serving MA, RI, ME, and NH. For more than three decades, Epilepsy Foundation New England has made a difference for people with epilepsy and their families by helping them make decisions and take actions regarding their health care, daily activities, employment, and community participation. The Foundation engages the community in epilepsy awareness and educational programs, developing support networks, and advocacy to influence public policy.
If you are interested in volunteering with our organization, please fill out our application: http://bit.ly/2hRKymE
Please note that at this time, we are unable to accept volunteers looking to fulfill court-ordered community service hours.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Ironstone Farm450 Lowell St.Andover, MA 01810
DATE POSTED
March 9, 2020
SKILLS
- Youth Services
- Animal Therapy
- Equestrian
- Outdoor Recreation
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- 4 hours per day
- ability to walk for one hour, comfortable with horses (prior experience not necessary), work well with children with special needs.