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How
can I help? |
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Storybook
Farm is non-profit (501c3), all-volunteer organization. We are supported
by a team of generous donors, volunteers, and contributors.
If you would like to support Storybook Farm, call us at (334) 444-5966
and see How You Can Help for more information. |
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What
are donations used for? |
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Since Storybook Farm is an all-volunteer organization, all donations
are used to operate our facility. Equine expenses include feed,
veterinary care, and farrier services. Session supplies include
tack (saddles and bridles), helmets, snacks, photo development, and arts and craft supplies. |
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How
can I be sure that my child is safe while participating at Storybook
Farm? |
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Storybook
Farm is a member of the North American Riding for the Handicapped
Association (NARHA), an organization that supports
therapeutic riding in the U.S. and Canada. NARHA assists member
centers like
Storybook Farm with center accreditation, instructor certification
programs and safety guidelines.
Volunteers
at Storybook Farm receive training from a certified instructor
to ensure the safety
of participants and other volunteers. Instructors have
CPR and first aid training. In
addition, a specially designed ramp assists the children while
mounting
the horse.
The saddles are equiped with "safety stirrups” and the riders are required to wear an
ASTM and SEI approved riding helmet, both of which are provided. |
| 4 |
Which
children participate in the Hope on Horseback program? |
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Storybook
Farm works with children ages 2 to 18. Our therapy is designed
for children who have disabilities, have suffered a loss, or
who suffer from serious illnesses. |
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How
much does it cost? |
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It is free!
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| 6 |
What
kinds of horses are used for therapy at Storybook Farm? |
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Our
team of equine volunteers includes both horses and ponies to
accommodate all of our riders and provide each child with the
most comfortable fit for their therapy session. Our horses and
ponies include Thoroughbreds, Quarter Horses, Paints,
and Shetland ponies. To meet our gentle giants see Horses. |
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What
style of riding is taught at Storybook Farm? |
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Most
of our children learn to ride in a huntseat English saddle. This
style of riding promotes the development of strength and balance
for our riders and accommodates all skill levels. We also use Western
saddles for children who need the additional support that
this tack provides. |
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How
does my child mount the horse? |
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Our
children use a specially designed ramp and mounting block to
position them at the proper level with the saddle. Volunteers
assist the children as needed during the mounting process. |
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Can
I stay and watch the sessions? |
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Yes!
Our Hope on Horseback program is family oriented. We encourage
parents and siblings to participate in the sessions. |
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