Beech Brook rescue is about endless devotion to the animals and to the staff of volunteers. Dedication and education is what sets this rescue apart from all the others. Careful consideration is give... text
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It's been a year since my last review and Deb never fails to amaze me. Her dedication to the animals and making sure they are trained and ready for their new homes is paramount. She strives for success stories. She is tireless in her efforts. This is one Rescue that is as top notch as you can get. I only wish others would follow her example of" how to do it right". Please go to her website and check out Beech Brook Farm in Mystic Ct., you will be delighted.
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Would you volunteer for this group again?
Definitely
For the time you spent, how much of an impact did you feel your work or activity had?
A lot
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Quite well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
Beech Brook rescue is about endless devotion to the animals and to the staff of volunteers. Dedication and education is what sets this rescue apart from all the others. Careful consideration is given to all who wish to adopt. Deb goes above and beyond most and it shows. She is a leader with strong conviction for what she does. I have been very impressed by her and her operation. Blessed are the animals that find their way to her farm. Each animal is loved and cared for on an individual bases.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
in walking around and talking with the volunteers and seeing with my own eyes the care these animals receive.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
hope to acquire another volunteer to help
I am a foster home for Beech Brook. They were full and wanted to help a gorgeous mare from an auction barn. I had followed them for awhile on FB and wanted to help them out. I offered to foster Ember and do her quarantine at my place.
Deb Finco was very attentive and never once forgot about Ember. Many other rescues will bail a horse and place it and forget it. Not true with Beech Brook farm. They always do follow ups whether it is an adoption or foster home.
I give Deb Finco a lot of credit as not only does she run this rescue but she also holds a full time job. Neither suffer from the other.
She makes sure that things still run smoothly.Even if a crisis arises Deb keeps her cool like nothing out of the ordinary is going on.
We sure need more rescues like her for sure.
Bette Bouthillette
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
equine rescue. I have learned from watching Beech Brook, that there is a rescue that exists totally for the horses.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I would not make any changes here.
I adopted beautiful Bella from Beech Brook Farm in April of 2010. I had been looking at several rescue barns for several months before finding Beech Brook Farm. What struck me about Beech Brook was the amazing and tireless commitment of Deb Finco (the owner) and the volunteers. The farm was clean and the horses extremely well cared for in every way. Deb’s love for each horse was amazing. She knew each one’s medical background, personality, riding abilities and ground manners! Deb was up front about the good and the bad. Bella was one of the lucky ones. Bella is perfect in every way and it stuns me that she was hours away from being shipped to her death. I would strongly recommend visiting the farm, getting to know the wonderful horses and meeting an inspirational woman. Most of us talk about making a difference in the world Deb Finco does it every day- with a smile on her face.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Adopting the best rescue horse ever! Beautiful Bella enriches my life everyday and makes me a better person!
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Nothing-very well run.
I started volunteering at Beech Brook Farm over a year ago. I admire their dedication of rescuing equines from going to slaughter. I think because slaughtering is illegal in United States we don't realize that many many equines are sold at auctions, put on a trailer and driven into Canada and Mexico. There is where they are slaughtered. Thanks to Beech Brook Farm that they give these equines a second chances of life in a happy loving home.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I've adopted several horses from another rescue so I understand firsthand the hardwork and dedication that goes into caring for these amazing creatures.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
The only change I would make is that they acquire more volunteers so they can continue their mission. Without volunteers they can only take in a limited amount which means more equines go to slaughter. I try not to look at it that way. In the big picture I try to view it as if we can save one horse Beech Brook is accomplishing their mission.
Beech Brook Farm and Deborah work tirelessly day in and day out with the rescues. She also takes time to teach young volunteers all about horses and their needs. I appreciate all that she does and wish I could do more to help in this worthy cause...Rescuing beautiful horses.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I have seen many horses come in sick and be made well so they could beadopted into loving families.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Seeing my daughter learn the value of helping to save horses.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
very kind and hardworking
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
save many more horses
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Beech Brook Farm Equine Rescue is truly an outstanding organization that does amazing work rescuing horses, ponies and donkeys. From taking in animals whose owners can no longer care for them, to pulling horses from kill pens destined for slaughter, Deb Finco-Kent and her team of dedicated volunteers bring comfort and love (not to mention food, medical care and training) to each and every animal lucky enough to be in their care.
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Deb is an amazing source of information, which she generously shares via email, and facebook, where she frequently posts updates on the animals. I've met some amazing people through this group, and I'm very proud to be a part of such a great organization
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Helping animals, and meeting great people that share my passion for animal rescue.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Outstanding, dedicated heroes.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Save a lot more animals
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I wanted to help with rescuing horses so I offered to foster for Beechbrook. I ended up adopting a beautiful TWH that was rescued from the killpen in NJ. Deborah was so efficient in getting him saved, arranging transport and quarantine. When I visited the farm, it was super clean, all the horses were well cared for and happy, Deborah took her time to show us around and we were pleased with the whole operation. This is a wonderful rescue to deal with. I would adopt again from Beechbrook in a heartbeat.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Deborah truely cares about what happens to the horses. She is very honest about the horses and their level of training/behavior. She is hands on with the horses and knows them all so well.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I found this farm through my daughter who wanted to volunteer. She grew up on our profesioanl horse facility in Vermont (472 acres), barns and indoor arena for hunter, jumpers, and, when I etired from that crazy world, Tennessee Walking horses for pleasure. What wonderful, dedicated people we found at Beech Brook. All have the same goal, to save horses that can be rehabilitated, and find them good homes.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Having the oportunity to give back my knowledge and love of horses to those animals who truly need it.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Truly dedicated people who believe that every horse deserves a chance to have a better life.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I donated some money to Beech Brook to save a horse from being taken to slaughter. Deborah began communicating with me almost immediately. She leaves no questions or comments unanswered & makes a donor feel like a member of the family, sending frequent updates with photos of the horse I helped to save. She has a large network of foster homes & volunteers & is tireless in her efforts to help save horses from an inhumane end to their life.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
email updates & photos
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
change nothing!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the open lines of communication
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
I'm not close enough to meet anyone personally
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
save loads of horses!
Ways to make it better...
I was close enough to Beech Brook to personally volunteer
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
a lack of money to keep up their incredible work
One thing I'd also say is that...
This is the most positive experience I've had with any non-profit!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
I admire this group of dedicated volunteers who rescue horses from slaughter and rehabilitate them to lead productive lives. I support their mission because I believe we make a difference by saving one life at a time.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
I know that my money is getting used to support a good cause.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
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