Programs

Care farm sessions - Therapeutic horsemanship - Farm Fun - Workshops

Care Farm Sessions

Our two care farm sessions are for children & teens with developmental, sensory or mental health needs who have an interest in nature and animals. Each session will give participants an opportunity to build a sense of responsibility, independence and pride, all while experiencing life on a farm. participants will make new friends, boost coping skills, increase self-esteem, improve social skills & learn through experience and exploration.

The focus of each session is to teach hard skills (using farm tools, animal care and gardening), alongside soft skills (fundamental skills, personal management skills and teamwork skills). We use mindfulness, psycho-education, play therapy and farm work to reach these goals.

Therapeutic Horsemanship

(Therapeutic horsemanship does not involve riding and no prior experience with horses is required.)

Therapeutic horsemanship benefits a wide range of adults and children looking for a new way to improve confidence and self-awareness, including people with behavioural challenges, mental health problems and learning difficulties.

Therapeutic work with horses has been shown to:

Improve confidence and self-esteem
Reduce stress, anxiety and depression
Enhance communication and relationship skills
Manage emotions and behavioural issues
Encourage nurturing skills and self discipline
Develop focus, balance and coordination skills
Provide a connection with nature and the environment

Clients can undertake a variety of enjoyable activities and exercises with our horses, enabling them to learn new skills as they develop a partnership with the horse based on trust and mutual respect.

Activities may include:

Discovering how horses use body language and energy to communicate
Watching the herd to gain an understanding of equine behaviour
Taking care of horses: feeding, grooming and general stable management
Interacting with the horse: leading, long-reining and liberty work

Farm Fun

Farm fun is for children & teens who have an interest in nature and animals. It's a unique, hands-on experience learning about farming and animals. For each child we aim to inspire a curiosity about the natural world and develop a sense of respect for living things. We practice mindfulness, take care of the animals (and learn about their natural behavior), work in the garden and play around the farm. Even though it's not a care farm session all children have the opportunity to build a sense of responsibility, independence and pride, all while experiencing life on a farm. They will make new friends, boost coping skills, increase self-esteem, improve social skills & learn through experience and exploration.

Workshops

We will offer different workshops for adults that will focus on mindfulness, psycho-education, the nervus vagus and how to deal with stress. We believe these workshops will provide valuable information and tools to help you improve your overall well-being. Keep an eye out on the website and social media to know when the next workshop is coming up!

Let's get to know you

Your needs are our priority. We always start with an intake to help ensure that you receive the appropriate care and attention you need.