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Equine Therapy Reaches Across Generations

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Laurie

The work we do with horses offers so many benefits. Whether it is with children, teens, adults or seniors, horse can make a difference. In this Horse & Rider article, some of the benefits for seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s, … Continue reading →

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New Treatments Offer Hope

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Laurie

We love seeing that there are new options for people who are struggling with social, emotional, behavioral and mental health issues. In this moving article in the North Jersey Record, Cindy Schweich Handler shares some insights into what it is … Continue reading →

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Consider the Positives of ADHD

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Laurie

Most of the time we are dealing with the negative impact of ADHD. Lack of focus, impulsive behaviors and a myriad of social, emotional and behavioral issues accompany an ADHD diagnosis. This neurological disorder is challenging for the child/teen/adult with … Continue reading →

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Horses – A Powerful ADHD Intervention

Posted on February 25, 2019 by Laurie

There are many challenges when living with or caring for someone with ADHD. The impulsivity and lack of focus is an issue across environments. Parents, teachers and other caregivers do their best but the child/teen struggles and can end up … Continue reading →

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How Trauma Changes Us

Posted on November 24, 2018 by Laurie

We talk about the people who have died in shooting incidents. We talk about those who are killed while serving our country. We talk about those who lose everything in a massive wild fire. We talk about those who slip … Continue reading →

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YOU Can Make a Difference!

Posted on November 11, 2018 by Laurie

We are so proud of our partnership with the For Kids Foundation! This allows YOU to help kids in teens through your TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTION to a N.E.A.T. Scholarship fund! Through work with horses, N.E.A.T. provides social, emotional and behavioral … Continue reading →

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Nevada Equine Assisted Therapy Scholarship Fund

Posted on October 27, 2018 by Laurie

Through a partnership with the For Kids Foundation, you can now make TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTIONS to a N.E.A.T. Scholarship fund! To donate, you can mail a check to: 834 Willow St, Reno, NV 89502 and put N.E.A.T. in the ‘for’ … Continue reading →

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For The Love of a Horse

Posted on August 7, 2017 by Laurie

I personally know how powerful a relationship with horses can be, but at times it can be very difficult to explain to others. However, time and time again I have seen the proof of Winston Churchill’s famous quote “There is … Continue reading →

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And here is some more great coverage of our search for a new home!

Posted on March 8, 2016 by Laurie

Since the university will not be renewing our lease, we are actively searching for a new home for our program. Thank you to channel 4 for this great piece helping us get the word out! http://mynews4.com/news/local/equine-therapy-program-needs-new-home  

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We are excited to introduce our new team member, Birgit Altmann

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Laurie

We are pleased to announce the addition of a brand new team member, Birgit Altmann. She is an IPTH (http://www.ipth.de/en/institute.html) trained Riding Therapist, having completed a comprehensive riding therapy training program in Kostanz, Germany. Birgit brings a wealth of new … Continue reading →

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