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mlmarwell

October 22, 2011

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October 20, 2010

To see a disabled child come into the stable for the first time, look around in wonder, and at the end of their ride, thank the horse with a carrot and a pat on the nose, is more than wonderful. The... text

October 22, 2011

I was a volunteer with this wonderful organization for over 2 years before I had to stop. I moved and the trip was now 1-1/2 hours each way. But let me tell you, it's really worth it: GALLOPNyc helps alternative learners to ride. Seems deceptively simple but what it also does is teach the students to listen, follow direction, stretch, give direction, builds confidence like you wouldn't believe and friendships. As a weekly volunteer, I could follow the progress of the "Friday riders" which I helped. From not wanting to get on a horse, to trotting and waving to mom in a matter of weeks, from never saying a word to shouting commands, well, you get the idea. It's a truly remarkable organization. Everyone who helps out is there because they want to be. We all share stories, cheer on our students, share in the ups and downs, progress and fall-backs. I am a much better human being for having participated with GALLOPNyc.

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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

So many ways - see my review above!

Ways to make it better...

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

grow as best they could - so much need for programs like this.

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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?

Life-changing

Did the organization use your time wisely?

Quite well

Would you recommend this group to a friend?

Definitely

What one change could this group make that would improve your volunteer experience?

Maybe volunteer get=togethers every now and then to discuss our experiences and make suggestions.

Did your volunteer experience have an effect on you? (teaching you a new skill, or introducing new friends, etc.)

Yes - again, see my review.

How did this volunteer experience make you feel?

changed my life.

When was your last experience with this nonprofit?

2011

October 20, 2010

To see a disabled child come into the stable for the first time, look around in wonder, and at the end of their ride, thank the horse with a carrot and a pat on the nose, is more than wonderful. There are children who don't want to get up on the horse, but after a few minutes of patting the horse and getting to know them, the joy on their faces as they have their first lessons is breath-taking. It's miraculous. It's the best volunteer job one could ever have. It's real, right in front of you. Change in one person's life equals two, three or four - the teacher and us volunteers too.

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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

watching the children open up as they learn to ride. They follow direction, exercise their bodies and minds.

Ways to make it better...

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

be in touch with all appropriate agencies with videos, stories and seminars to show the positive changes that can happen when a child is exposed to this kind of therapy. The love, positive reinforcement and forward-thinking that is exhibited in this one small arena touches so many lives, this is what society is lacking.

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gallopgeek

October 29, 2010

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October 29, 2010

Gallop is, quite simply, the most outstanding and innovative program to aid, educate and enhance the lives of mentally and physically challenged individuals that I have ever had the privilege to be a part of. Watching the physical and emotional progress of the riders is proof positive of the overwhelming value of therapeutic riding. Therapeutic riding is significant not only for its experiential value, but also for its transformational ability. I have personally observed the change in the physical strength and cognitive capabilities of the program's participants even after a single session with the program's talented and committed instructors.

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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

Every rider I worked with met and/or exceeded the goals set forth in the individual progress plans created by the instructors. The riders were able to focus on the instructions given, were able to gain physical strength and most importantly were able to have fun.

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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

I would not change the organization, but more funding would help the program continue to grow.

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brookieb1080

October 21, 2010

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October 21, 2010

I came to GallopNYC as a volunteer in April 2009, and it is a truly amazing therapeutic horseback riding program. The joy, confidence, strength and ability that the riders who participate in our program develop is readily apparent. I have watched children with autism spectrum disorder arrive at a lesson, showing signs of being 'disconnected' from their environment and the people around them -- and then 20 minutes later, they are exhibiting improved posture on horseback, responding to instructions, and making eye contact with the volunteers. Each individual benefits in unique ways from therapeutic riding. And as a volunteer, working at GallopNYC is the highlight of my week as well!

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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

helping every individual make progress at their own pace.

Ways to make it better...

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

find more funders to support GallopNYC's programs.

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Would you volunteer for this group again?

Definitely

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October 21, 2010

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October 21, 2010

A teacher accompanying her class of 4,5 and 6 year old autistic children said to me the other day as we were steadying a child on a horse, "This amazes me. The level of eye contact. The verbalization. I am already seeing changes in these children after two sessions." Therapeutic riding certainly is no miracle cure, but in my experience as a volunteer, and as a horseperson, I see what the contact with these animals can help accomplish.

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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...

Seeing the progress made in children with learning issues and autism.

Ways to make it better...

If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...

Have it receive more funding, so that it can keep pace financially with its extraordinary growth.

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