Thank you for your Support of GAIT Therapeutic Riding Center

Ray is a client from a facility providing therapy for individuals who have suffered traumatic brain injuries. He is one of several of their clients spending time with the horses and staff at GAIT. A change from their norm, GAIT offers a unique opportunity for Ray and his friends to develop strength, balance, and coordination while providing horse care as well as being productive--helping to clean GAIT's saddles and other tack. The group has also taken advantage of GAIT's Labyrinths, one for ambulatory attendees and one designed for those utilizing a wheelchair. This activity allows them to work on focus while reflecting on their challenges and achievements.

GAIT's horses participate in a beautiful way. They gently interact with these visitors whether standing, balancing with a cane, or seated in a wheelchair. Laddie repeatedly shifted his weight in preparation for participants to lift his hoof. Some having never done this before, apprehensively approached Laddie and, time after time, he offered them a relationship of trust and cooperation. That is what our herd does for a variety of groups that come to GAIT, whether school students, senior citizens, veterans, or visitors such as Ray. Your donation helps to make this possible. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.