Individuals with learning disorders or mental disabilities are motivated by riding to increase concentration, patience, and discipline. If a psychological or emotional disability is present, the unique relationship formed with a horse can help in improving personal relationships. And, as is expected, all riders benefit from increased self-esteem and confidence. The center also needs sponsors for its riders and horses, as well as equipement and feed. The Greater New Orleans Therapeutic Riding Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting equine activities for individuals with disabilities.
All contributions are tax deductible.
I saw a child who couldn't walk sit on a horse, laugh and talk. Then ride it through a field of daisies and yet he could not walk unaided. I saw a child, no legs below, sit on a horse, and make it go through woods of green and places he had never been to sit and stare, except from a chair I saw a child who could only crawl mount a horse and sit up tall. Put it through degrees of paces and laugh at the wonder in our faces. You might also want to check out these links to other Therapeutic Riding pages.