Therapeutic Equestrian Center
Cause Area
- People with Disabilities
Location
PO Box 1250Niles, MI 49120 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
To enhance the lives of people with special needs through horse related activities.
Description
Therapeutic Equestrian Center (TEC) provides year round equine assisted activities for individuals, with special needs* by improving physical, cognitive, and social functioning through an effective, engaging, holistic approach. TEC’s ultimate goal is to make a positive difference in the quality of life of our riders and those who serve them.
TEC will do this by:
-Providing a healing environment for individuals with special needs.
-Supporting a humane partnership with our equine counterparts.
-Achieving the highest standard in safety for our riders, volunteers, staff and horses.
-Encouraging independence in our riders.
-Providing goal oriented equine assisted activities to include educational, physical, recreational and mental health goals.
-Promoting opportunities for continuing education and development of staff, volunteers and riders.
-Providing accessible, affordable lessons.
-Operating a fiscally sound non-profit organization.