Category Archives: News

Great Student interview!

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Laurie

We spent a lot of time sharing information about equine therapy and our program with a wonderful college student. This is part of the work she has created – a written interview and video clip – the clip takes some … Continue reading →

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Some programs may be saved

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Laurie

It appears that autism programs and some other programs for the those most in need may not be cut, or at least the cuts will not be so deep. This article shares that money has been found to keep some … Continue reading →

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Something new

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Laurie

Well, I have never done this before, so you will have to let me know what you think – this was an interview that I recently did and thought I would share it.  PodCast We would love to show you … Continue reading →

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Did I make a big enough deal of this!?

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Laurie

One of the sweet client’s we work with, a little boy diagnosed with autism, was filmed out at the ranch last week and it appeared on local TV this morning! Here’s the story… We are pleased and so very proud … Continue reading →

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KOLO TV short piece that appeared on TV today

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Laurie

Please forgive the commercial, but here is the piece that was aired today. We are so proud of this little guy! He has come a million miles in the year we have been working with him – enjoy!

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Zoning Change good for Reno

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Laurie

This property is near our ranch. Not only do we think the new use would be good for Reno (can you say JOBS? How about TOURISTS?), we think that having a world class equine facility in our backyard will be … Continue reading →

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Filming for KOLO TV Nat’l Autism Awareness Month

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Laurie

Well, “it’s in the can” (do people still say that?)! We were bumped for Valentine’s Day and then again 3-weeks ago because of the devastating earthquake in Japan, but today Mariana Jacob (KOLO TV channel 8) came out and filmed … Continue reading →

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News from N.E.A.T.

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Laurie

Not much in the news this morning, so decided to bring you up to date on all the things that are going on with us at N.E.A.T. As many of you know, April is Autism Awareness Month. Marianna Jacob, a … Continue reading →

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What “certification” should your Equine Therapy Program have?

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Laurie

This article talks about the various equine training programs that offer certifications for those providing equine therapy services. N.E.A.T. embraces the best of all philosophies/training styles! Both founders are NARHA Certified Therapeutic Equine Instructors (CTEI), Laurie Roberts has taken O.K. Corral … Continue reading →

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We offer our support

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Laurie

There are those who will continue to say “not in my backyard” (literally) while the rest of the community suffers from incredibly tough economic times! The Harrah’s have proposed developing their property located in South Reno. The way we see … Continue reading →

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