Find Rehabilitative Care Nonprofits and Charities

  KESG wrote:

My husband is a Vietnam veteran with PTSD. He received a service dog from Guardian Angels in September 2011 and his life has changed dramatically! We are so impressed with Guardian Angels facility and ethics that we began to volunteer there in late... more »

  2tuscany wrote:

The Center for Independence is Amazing!! My grandson, Cody, was born at 25 weeks gestation and 2lbs.,2oz. Because of this he has Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Dysplasia, He began physical therapy at the age of 9 months and my daughter was frantic to find... more »

  Shadesmama wrote:

I started volunteering at Nature's Edge in the summer of 2009 and it's been an absolutely wonderful experience for me. Recently retired, I was looking for a way to fill some of my free time. Not a problem at Nature's Edge! There's always something... more »

  CarrieCoyne wrote:

I have been with this organization for over six years. The participants who are helped grow by leaps and bounds! Volunteers are also touched by the love and compassion that is shared here. My time here is very much appreciated and it keeps me coming... more »

  Creat wrote:

In a time of an unstable economy many people are leave their pets. One of the hardest hit industries is the equine industry. Brent Glover of Orphan Acres Inc. has taken it upon himself to home these animals in hopes they can find love and a family somewhere... more »

  cc sabol wrote:

I have visited Haven Ranch a few times, and just walking the grounds, meeting the folks and seeing the horse's, gives me a humble awww, feeling! Seeing and knowing how the ranch helps so many, is incredible! My mother in-law had MS, and over time, confined... more »

  Writer wrote:

I spent at IDC a couple of months, back in 2002, as intern, researching for the final thesys for my Magistral Degree in Clinical Psycholgy. Top amazing time ever. And wonderful staff, too. Couldn't be less, as Deena is a great person, and she surrounds... more »

  kainglhofer wrote:

As a current volunteer for Integrative Touch for Kids, I can confidently say that the time I have spent with the organization has been 100% positive. I have gained valuable knowledge on integrative medicine, supporting the special needs community as well... more »

  Tcarpy wrote:

My husband and I are long time local donors to Warriors and Quiet Waters. We have seen over the years the great work that comes from this organization. The local volunteers here are dedicated to serving our country's warriors. more »

  Alan T. wrote:

PawPADS is an organization that strives to make the lives of those that need their services better by providing assistance dogs. As a volunteer; I've seen first hand the amazing results of the assistance dogs that are placed. Not only do the recipients... more »

  Joyce S. wrote:

I came to HorseSisters after searching online for a place my daughter could work with horses as she loves them so much. At the time we could not afford to have a horse of our own. I had no idea how a simple internet search could change my... more »

  hazelw wrote:

Everyone in the organization understands and focuses on what helps those with auto-immune and other diseases that affect mobility and balance. Some come in in wheel chairs, others have no apparent problems. more »

  AaronGeitner wrote:

For the last 20 years, Exceptional Equestrians mission has been to better the lives of people of all abilities through the healing power of horses. They meet this need through various programs such as hippotherapy, adaptive therapy and equine-assisted... more »

  Adriana B. wrote:

I first encountered The Christina Noble Children's Foundation while living in Paris. The story of the founder, Christina, and her work to make the lives of children in need better moved me beyond words. The children of Vietnam and Mongolia have a better... more »

  Martina wrote:

Child Development Services have been a tremendous help to our family. My husband and I have 2 children that currently receive services at the CDS. One of our children sees 3 different therapist. All four of the therapist have been helpful and worked... more »

  Brittany_S wrote:

Are Seniors Sexy?Sounds like a shocking question but let me explain. I work for a non-profit that has been struggling for years. We are located in Pleasant Hill, California and are a part of the very diverse Bay Area. Here at Rehabilitation Services... more »

  mark32 wrote:

I was Responsible for the management of the Business Computer Skills program of this non-profit rehabilitation center. I Supervised two classroom aid employees and instructed 25 adults with multiple disabilities, in use of Office software. We used... more »

  Darshan wrote:

I was hooked on Hoofbeats with Heart Equine -Assisted Activities and Therapy Center when I witnessed a family who came to visit and observe the program. Dad was holding his son who was clearly disabled and who was flailing his arms and legs. Another... more »

  christipnll wrote:

Freedom Hooves has helped my daughter achieve the impossible! Thank you Freedom Hooves! more »

  nugget05 wrote:

The MOST WONDERFUL group of people in Naples! They provide horseback riding lessons for children and adults with special needs. The staff, volunteers, and the horses are outstanding! Thank you for considering this worthy organization! more »

  jennifer18 wrote:

I have been involved with many nonprofits in the past, and CCI has been by far the best. I am a Volunteer Puppy Raiser. I have been raising Maude II for more than a year now, taking care of her on a daily basis, making sure she's healthy, and teaching... more »

  steviej50 wrote:

I have been a clinical therapist and social worker for over 30 years. I have seen the strengths and limitations of traditional, office based therapy. It works for many, and not so well for many too. Horses for Healing incorporates a whole different... more »

  patroddy wrote:

I have been a volunteer for over 17 years. The comments from our parents and riders says it all - SIRE is the best thing they have ever done. That is why I keep on giving to them. more »

  EFerguson wrote:

Smiles for Speech does an incredible amount of good all over the globe. This charity organizes mission trips for occupational and speech therapists to countries such as Cuba, Ghana, Kenya and Jamaica to work with children of color with special needs... more »

  LisaP wrote:

As a long-time volunteer at Hope Springs, I have seen first hand how children and adults with a wide array of disabilities can be fundamentally changed for the better through one-on-one equestrian therapy, delivered in this intimate setting by knowledgeable,... more »

  lilhorsecrazy wrote:

I volunteered here for about six months, and while there, I had such a wonderful experience! It was a lot of fun to meet the people and work with the horses. This organization does some really awesome things and is a fantastic place to get involved with.... more »

  Catherine wrote:

STAT is a young growing organization that offers scholarships to children and young people who have special needs throughout a 7 County area in the Southern Tier of New York State. Among their board of directors is the President and Founder who is a professional... more »

  Jim G. wrote:

I have been involved with the organization for over 6 years. I am always amazed at how indepth our therapists get to know our clients and how much they can help by using our innovated art therapy programs. more »

  bethpuma8 wrote:

Turnstone has been a blessing to our family. Our daughter was born prematurely, and because of that, suffers from retinopathy of prematurity. Because she has such little vision, she can only play sports in a safe environment. With Turnstone's adaptive... more »

  theclanton5 wrote:

My daughter Sarah was adopted at 5.5 years old from an adult mental institution in Ukraine. She could hardly sit up without help. She was kept tied to a cot by 3straps because she was blind & delayed. After we adopted her we tried every kind of therapy... more »

  mdaniels wrote:

Nativity Prep helps children living in poverty to get a life changing education. They support and educate 200+ children from 6th grade to college graduation. It is a FANTASTIC charity! If you want to give to something that will literally change a persons... more »

  vicki5 wrote:

My employer is a member of the board, as his assistant I maintain contact with the staff of the clubhouse on a regular basis. I know that patients that he has referred to the clubhouse have improved their quality of life from the quality of services,... more »

  Marytza S. wrote:

WITH out you guys my son wouldnt get the HELP he needs hes progressed so much thank you so much for everything UCP SCHOOL IN THE EAST CAMPUS BAILY CENTER more »

  Johannavan wrote:

My granddaughter, Amanda Perla, was injured in a car accident 7 years ago. She is a quadraplegic. As a client at Project Walk Orlando her health, physical ability and mental state have improved tremendously. Her prognosis when first injured and in... more »

  Joel G. wrote:

*NOTE* While techincally I also volunteer with CURE, I'm on full-time staff at the organization. In the time I've come to know about CURE as an organization, and become part of the organization - I've been incredibly impressed with almost every aspect... more »

  mrs-k wrote:

I attended a Vets Journey Home sponsored by the Starfish Foundation last August. I am a Vietnam vet serving as an WAF medic. I did not see overseas action but was stationed at a hospital that treated the "walking dead"... men who had shut down due to... more »

  spirithorse wrote:

A success story: Nadia is a beautiful 3 ½ year old girl who was born in Russia. Born without arms and with her right leg two inches shorter than her left. She was adopted by an American couple who had that special love that is so important in adopting... more »

  Suzi R. wrote:

For the past 4 years my son has done volunteer hours for his High School requirements, and Hunkapi Programs has been a perfect fit. He has enjoyed being educated about how horse therapy helps people, and how he can contribute. He has learned how to prepare... more »

  Lucy wrote:

My daughter, Renee, lives and works in Haiti at Wings of Hope a home for both physically and mentally handicapped children. I have been there several times when the group of Healing Hands are at Wings of Hope. They are a great bunch of people and do... more »

  sdmoto wrote:

Challenge Center provides life-changing physical therapy services to individuals with severe physical disabilities. The facility has state of the art equipment and the staff is top notch and dedicated to their patients! This is where miracles happen! more »

  Shay J. wrote:

This organization is one that changed my life. I got the opportunity to travel to Uganda with Hope Speaks in the summer of 2018, and it far exceeded anything that I was expecting. The amount of lives that have been and are being changed by Hope Speaks... more »

  CJThomas wrote:

Special Equestrians has served so many children and adults over the years. Each rider is a part of a wonderful giving community of volunteers who have a passion for the program. The volunteers love to see the progress and smiles on the faces of the... more »

  EColorado wrote:

The mission of Not for Sale is one of great need in today's world. However, I would be very weary giving money to this organization. They are very closed and do not want to share information. I emailed several times looking for additional information.... more »

  Laffoon wrote:

Dancers and Healthcare Together (DAHT) was founded by Mary Lane Porter, a young woman who is bursting with talent, creativity, and a drive to bring her love of dance into the lives of children and adults, alike, who are facing challenges as a result of... more »

  Talkdogtalk wrote:

I came to know this group thru a inmate dog training program that I run. The dedication they have to the veterans has been unmatched by any organization I have seen. Ken and Brenda put their heart and soul in helping the veterans in need of a service... more »

  dgaschen wrote:

I have been involved with Speech and Language Development since 2001. I have never seen a more involved group of parents, teachers and volunteers. If you have a child with special needs, you owe it to yourself to check them out. more »

  truben wrote:

Operation of Hope (501) c 3 is all volunteer facial reconstructive and burn surgical team that has performed free surgeries since 1989. Our founder has never taken a penny in salary. We are family run, grass roots, fiscally responsible and effective.... more »

  HorsesHeal wrote:

I support Riding To The Top and trust them to spend my donation wisely! Professional leadership, talented instructors and passionate volunteers working together to serve people with disabilties. more »

  Jackie65 wrote:

I started volunteering here about 3 years ago. Horses with Hope is an amazing organization. Everyone who volunteers or who becomes involved with the program is changed in some way. It is a place where individuals who are challenged whether it be... more »

  TRI Instructor wrote:

Borrowed Freedom delivers a quality experience for individuals with special needs. The volunteer staff and assistants and highly qualified, the horses are meticulously cared for, and the farm environment is quiet and peaceful. The organization has a detailed... more »

  22camey wrote:

My 3 year old son has received much needed speech therapy and education to support his language development since he was only 3 weeks old. Cochlear implants have given him the ability to perceive sound, but the hearing school gave him the skills to use... more »

  brian-f wrote:

I recently learned about Little Bit and their mission, and instantly fell in love with their program, their people, and especially their horses. The staff and volunteers are remarkably passionate about what they do, it's a very well run organization,... more »

  Lexi W. wrote:

I worked at the Children's Surgical Centre doing social media and helping out wherever I could. It is a very special hospital, and the difference they make in the lives of poor Cambodian's is inspirational. The patients that come in have a wide variety... more »

  Cathy O wrote:

The NSA is a place where people who stutter can go to for support and to meet other people who stutter. I have attended local support group meetings for over ten years, have attended workshops and annual conferences. The people I have meet who are members... more »

  Soulmate7 wrote:

The Carriage Barn Therapeutic Equestrian Center is a wonderfully caring community. The horses are gentle and well cared for, and the Program Director is absolutely amazing ! This is the best nonprofit I have ever encountered. All the volunteers are Team... more »

  hearmenow wrote:

I have been attending the Hearing and Speech Center for over 25 years for hearing related services. Besides the friendly atmosphere, the quality of care I receive is of the highest standard. I recommend their services and compared to other private audiology... more »

  annebrinkers wrote:

Thank god for Easter Seals day program. My 44yr old daughter attends the day program. If not for this program she would be sitting home doing nothing. She is with her peers and out in the community. She volunteers at different sites. She needs understand... more »

  kellyjeanz wrote:

My son receives speech therapy at the center. He is very shy and unsure of himself. His therapist is very understanding and kind. She allows me to attend the sessions to make him more at ease and is very respectful of his feelings. It has a very warm... more »

  AudAssist wrote:

It's such a joy working with the staff here. The patients are happy to have been helped and most especially have restored hearing. Patients are able to receive hearing aids and services at a discount in exchange for volunteer hours. I am always inspired... more »

  Katerosloff wrote:

I have personally observed the activities of the Center for the Partially Sighted over two decades. Their programs work - from elderly people learning to cope with macular degeneration to young people dealing with vision loss to people in the prime of... more »

  elizabeth wrote:

I have been involved with Goodwill Bridgepointe Services, Inc for 34 years. As a child, I always remember having bags in our house that were designated for the Goodwill. One year we even donated a car! As an adult, I continue to have the same commitment... more »

  kaweihe wrote:

SVAS also hosts year-round programs for kids, teens, and adults with disabilities through our summer camp and winter snow sports activities. We provide all the adaptive skiing in the Sun Valley area, and are the local Special Olympics affiliate. Please... more »

  LStrawn wrote:

We have a terrific kid named Julia. When we were told that Julia was a pre natal stroke survivor and thus would be a kid living with cerebral palsy, the world suddenly became a very scary place. Would we be able to find the right therapies, services,... more »

  jfjcpa wrote:

the Nevada Youth Empowerment Project's mission appears to help young women who do not know each other and do not have a normal home life to learn how to deal with life starting from the basics and hopefully learning how to succeed. they live in a home... more »

  advance wrote:

As a volunteer of the BOD's of CAF I would like to encourage families to consider the options of CAF for a child with special needs ie. OT, PT, Language Development, Social integration, Autism, etc. It is designed for low income families without insurance... more »

  ALSFH wrote:

15 years ago I found my youngest brother living homeless in the park. He had mobility issues and his speech was a bit slurred. We knew something was wrong but we did not know what. He was embarrassed to tell his family on the mainland but agreed to let... more »

  Bethany H. wrote:

Family is the first word that comes to mind when I think about the Children's Association. The staff is small, with many of the employees only ever working for the Children's Association. There is a spirit within this group of educators, therapists,... more »

  stwbyf4 wrote:

I have not had good experience with this organization in terms of their staff/administration and their salaries and trustworthiness. The founder/president makes over $140K a year and they spend nearly 1.5 million in administrative and fundraising costs.... more »

  WHA2024 wrote:

My experience with Welcome Home Angel - though brief (I’ve been on just one project) - is very rewarding. Nena - my project director is extraordinary. With what appears to be boundless creative energy and heart - she taught me about the organization... more »

  akassouf wrote:

MFAC is a great organization really making a difference in the lives of children. First hand they organize events and pay for Music Therapists salaries in children's hospital throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. They really are an organization... more »

  Willow Creek Ranch Inc wrote:

Hello, my name is Kylie, I am 12 years old and I have been a rider at Willow Creek Ranch since I was 5. I have Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC) and it has caused many difficulties in my life. TSC is when benign tumors grow on different organs... more »

  jsc wrote:

During chemotherapy and radiation treatments, it was a really calming factor to be able to select music I enjoyed and listen to this during the long sessions. Certainly it took my mind off or ME and put it where it should be...enjoying life. Also the... more »

  Kristine2 wrote:

Rewind about a year ago, I was "just another veteran" struggling to find motovation, and lost as to what I was still physically capable of. In April of 2011 I was invited to atend a cycling event from DC to Gettysburg. I utilized a rental bike and from... more »

  Laurie wrote:

My son has Down syndrome which causes him to have very low muscle tone and delayed speech among other things. I had read about how horseback riding can help increase muscle tone, strength and posture in children with Down syndrome. Unfortunately, we... more »

  rebecca.l.sturgeon wrote:

The people at Healwell are passionate, dedicated and committed to their work. What makes them truly special, though, is that they are human beings who are deeply honest about themselves. They embrace personal and professional growth as a key part of their... more »

  T H wrote:

How Much Good Does A $20 Donation Do? $20 * 41% * 10% = $0.82 41% of the contributions raised by Associated Community Services, a Commercial Fundraiser, were returned to or retained by the charity client(s). http://www.sos.wa.gov/charities/search_detail_cfr.aspx?cfr_id=364 10%... more »

  Bill Johnson wrote:

Here’s some useful information. In 2009 Jim Williams, Easter Seals CEO, made a little over $700K. In 2010 he got a generous increase to almost $790K. This is all public information, available on any charity's tax filings. "But organizations must pay... more »

  anonymous25 wrote:

Management at this organization has it's best interest in mind. They do not take care of the type needs there type tenants require. The Gertrude building comes to mind as a major health hazardous building. It is not energy efficient as doors, windows,... more »

  Stephanie wrote:

Courage Center has many helpful programs for the handicapped like myself. Stephanie Kitchen more »

  selfcareonthesquare wrote:

The people who work and volunteer at InStride are incredibly driven to serve others. I've seen the work they do literally change people's lives. It's not every day that an organization can make a claim like that but InStride is the real deal. more »

  labeh wrote:

ALTSO is such an incredible nonprofit! Love what they are doing! more »

  judybeem wrote:

I found AHEAD With Horses 9 years ago, called to offer my time and help, met with them the following Saturday. They had me from "hello" from the call back response. Here was an organization I could bring my 40+ years of nursing, experience raising 2... more »

  mmmurrr48 wrote:

I have been at Riding Unlimited for over 18 months now and I have seen the good that is done at this center. Our riders make progress in ways most of us take for granted. For instance, being able to dit up on their own because riding helps them gain... more »

  carole3 wrote:

Quantum Leap Farm provides equine physical therapy to the disabled both physically and emotionally. Quantum Leap is among only a handful of facilities that provides equine physical therapy and emotional therapy via horses to our Veterans. The facility... more »

  littleacres wrote:

This is a wonderful organization, They use the power of the Horse to help children receive physical, cognitive, and emotional therapy. The volunteer staff that make this possible are the most giving people I have ever came into contact with. he children... more »

  sweet1 wrote:

Our 12 year old son has Down Syndrome and has very limited speech as well as ADHD. We have never been able to really relax on a vacation with him because he is so active. Camp Barnabas was a genuine answer to prayer. After touring the camp, we enrolled... more »

  TMMR wrote:

My daughter has been learning how to ride a horse at Loving Thunder Therapeutic Riding for several years. Although she is autistic and very delayed she has blossomed over the past years. The wonderful volunteers help her to do all the activities of... more »

  Sandi wrote:

I am currently Board Chair and have served on Via's Board in various postions since 2000. I was drawn to the organization by its reputation for serving children and adults with special needs. Via is constantly striving to keep its programs in line with... more »

  Kristina20 wrote:

My daughter has been participating in this program for almost three years. It is a great opportunity to bond with a horse and a mentor, learn valuable life skills and encourage self confidence. more »

  CS87 wrote:

So happy to be a part of this wonderful organization! more »

  Michael150 wrote:

Turrill has been doing some wonderful things in the community with homelessness especially veterans. They have been operating a shelter for homeless veterans working with the Veterans Homeless department like Ms. Escalante and Ms Conrad who have helped... more »

  GunnarGooding wrote:

OM Foundation is on a mission to build early childhood learning centers for kids with disabilities. It is enthusiastically led by Bonner Paddock, a charismatic and accomplished business executive who happens to have cerebral palsy. Bonner's disability... more »

  sanaya_D wrote:

Horsability is a wonderful place. All the other volunteers and the directors were very sweet and helpful to me as it was my first summer volunteering there. The horses are so adorable and very well kept. It was a very eye-opening and overall amazing... more »

  Carol A. wrote:

Riding Star Ranch is my reason for visiting Florida twice a year. The ranch and stables are impeccably clean and the staff is wonderful. They take great care to match your riding abilities with the proper horse. I am so looking forward to my... more »

  Wyatt R. wrote:

Heartland has been personally enlightening in so many ways. It has provided me an opportunity to give back to my community, and provide an incredible service to a set of individuals that truly deserves my attention. I find that when I am actively involved... more »

  Bercawd wrote:

TurningPoint’s mission is to improve the quality of life for women with breast cancer by providing, promoting and advocating specialized and evidence-based rehabilitation care for women with breast cancer. TurningPoint offers patients comprehensive... more »

  Maria77 wrote:

As a volunteer of this program, I am able to see children with a range of disabilities benefit from this program. Riders as young as preschool to high school attended lessons weekly. Students who may struggle in the classroom are able to soar on the... more »

  david wrote:

My father goes here for group speech therapy sessions. He had a stroke and has trouble talking. It was the best thing he ever did. His talking has really improved and he became a lot more confident. The speech therapists are really great and know a lot... more »

  mbrock1002 wrote:

My son has began with this organization within the past year. His confidence and socialization skills have already improved. This is the most kind hearted group of people I’ve ever had the pleasure of being around. They treat my child as their own with... more »

  Barbjohn wrote:

Our family had been blessed to have LCS in our life . LCS provides a realm of supportive resources for adults with disabilities . Programs are offered which enhance the day to day life of individuals to encourage, stimulate and help participants reach... more »

  FentonJD wrote:

Been affiliated with Humanim Inc. for almost thirty years and I am still energized by this company! I could go on forever, but I will quickly state that this agency not only helps my community and those in need, but it also provides an incredible array... more »

  Jerry45 wrote:

This facility helped my sister regain her strength and her dignity in a time of great illness. more »

  Camirita wrote:

My family has met Rojo and Smokey twice now at the annual Pumpkin Regatta...and most recently met Napoleon at a special Paint Nite downtown. I guess you could call us llama/alpaca stalkers? We just can't help ourselves! These beautiful creatures are so... more »

  loriliz wrote:

I'm a volunteer at Vinceremos. I get to witness the growth each rider makes during their weekly lessons and from year to year. It is a great gift to be a part of the Vinceremos team. Their care for their facility and for their horses is above and beyond.... more »

  peacefulspirit1 wrote:

My 15 year old autistic son has been participating in the Star Riders program for over three years now. He looks forward to this Saturday activity each week. "Go horseback riding" he will say to me with happy anticipation. Initially I though this was... more »

  Tyhill wrote:

Coming home correlation has shown me that they are dedicated to the people that are incarcerated. They give people a second chance at life. They help give people a second chance to rebuild their family. God knows without Organization like Coming Home... more »

  anne24 wrote:

Hi!! I am a side walker for Triple H. The biggest joy is to see the face of a handicap child brighten as they are up in the saddle!! It changes everything!! A miracle in front of my eyes!! Anne more »

  Allison67 wrote:

Naiades came into my life at the perfect time. I was three years out from a cancer diagnosis and still not feeling like myself. A friend suggested I check out this rowing group and even though I was sceptical I went to an open house event to get more... more »

  Joseph wrote:

More than 10 years ago a group of interested citizens who had friends and/or relatives residing in the Hebrew Home formed a group to help improve care residents' were receiving. It was a groups composed of university professors of nursing and other professionals... more »

  akdaniels3 wrote:

I became part of the Enhancing Skills for Life community during my final year of grad school when I was assigned to Shawn for my Doctoral Capstone project. I was so happy to be able to become a part of this community and serve the limb loss/ difference... more »

  laura.edwards wrote:

Advance Community Health provides quality comprehensive health services to the communities it serves,where ability to pay is not a barrier to care. ACH is community focused and serves all, including vulnerable populations that experience disproportionate... more »

  Raven2 wrote:

Imua Family Services has many wonderful programs for children with special needs, but the one that has affected me the most is their summer camp for school-aged disabled children, call Camp Imua. It's a weeklong summer camp in june for 50+ kids with... more »

  eann wrote:

I found this place when looking for a volunteer opportunity in retirement. I have been there 8 years now. I love the camaraderie of my fellow volunteers and the friendships that I have developed. We love helping the people that come to see us to borrow... more »

  Mandy B.1 wrote:

Southern Reins is a magical place for children, adults, and volunteers. Horses have a way of changing lives, fulfilling dreams and providing unconditional love. I never knew that horses were used for therapy until I started volunteering at Southern... more »

  Sonnie wrote:

I had been wanting to get a front door solution for a couple of years now. Ever since Clint told me about it when they were showing me a lift to help me get out of bed by myself. TWC paid for a lift for me but they would not pay for the door opener even... more »

  Abbie3 wrote:

I volunteer, work, and donate for ETC. I've seen miracles happening at this place!! By using the therapy horses as connectors emotionally and by their natural movements to improve therapies for clients, it helps vastly improve results. I've seen kids... more »

  Mark2345 wrote:

UCP Wheels for humanity is a tremendous orginazation that collects donated wheelchairs from end users, suppliers and manufacturers, refubishes the equpment and sends them to developing countries around the world. Without this group many people would be... more »

  Jim_42 wrote:

A group of us from our church provided lunch for the veterans and volunteers at Lonesome Dove and we were blessed more than they. Everyone there was so appreciative, they gave us a tour since it was our first time, and we even got a trophy for bringing... more »

  Writer wrote:

I have seen the difference JoyRide makes in the lives of the clients. We hear often that it is an activity they really look forward to each week...sometimes the only one. Because we have chosen to keep our client numbers low, there is a feel at JoyRide... more »

  Connie L. wrote:

The Forget Me Not Foundation provides a wonderful, and unique experience for people with disabilities. For the volunteers who work at the foundation, the uplifting and fullfilling experience of wittnessing the joy it brings is unmeasuable. Volunteers... more »

  cocomorock wrote:

I guess I'm biased, really -- but I hope it's in a good way. You see, I am the founder of this organization, and its board, volunteers, clients, and donors never cease to amaze me. Everyone of them gives until they can feel the burn, and they relish with... more »

  Alicia11 wrote:

Exemplary organization. Exemplary mental health, human service, professional and organizational trainings as well. In the field of equine mental health -i.e.- the use of horses in mental health psychotherapy, the EAGALA model is without question or... more »

  tdcoyle wrote:

Evan has been going to McMains for PT, OT, and ST since he was 3 years old (he is now 10). The therapy Evan has recieved has been outstanding. Besides therapy the McMains staff also provide other activities for Evan to participate in such as capable... more »

  TonyaBvr wrote:

Our daughter has been riding at WOE ranch for the past 2 1/2 years. This has been significantly beneficial for the congenital hip dysplasia. Through the horseback riding we were also introduced to their summer camp programs as well. We have been amazed... more »

  cliffordga wrote:

In 2012 The Hope Institute for Children & Families / The Hope School spent $1,323,983 on a dream home raffle and sold $1,319,665 from ticket sales. The organization put more than $1,323,000 at risk to lose money which is horrible management of donor... more »

  Miriam R. wrote:

I'm an adult volunteer at Sprout. Sprout was the dream of a LCPS Science teacher at Stone Hill Middle School, Brooke Waldron, which is how I met her. She combined her love of teaching and her love of horses and created Sprout. Sprout offers... more »

  Kay Q. wrote:

I have heard nothing but good stories coming from the services that Prospect Mountain Therapeutic Riding provides to the children. I can't think of a better organization or way to provide what these children need. I have heard also of other organizations... more »

  wellnessforall wrote:

How does one measure the greatness of an organization? We could ask how many lives it has touched, but that really only tells us about the size of its reach and not its greatness. We could assess the importance of the issue(s) it works to resolve, but... more »

  VNSfan wrote:

The VNS of Newport and Bristol Counties is the local community resource for home nursing care, home based physical and occupational therapy, hospice, and all kinds of community public health programs such as flu clinics, diabetes education classes, Alzheimer's... more »

  Akasha wrote:

Please do not send your kids here. If I could give negative stars I would. They allowed my daughter to be physically attacked and did nothing about it. They also did nothing about a male student hitting her butt. Since a teacher didn't see it they said... more »

  Tessa Ringo wrote:

My children have the most incredible experience at Lennon Equine Therapy. My son is wheelchair bound and struggles with balance and muscle control, after a few riding sessions he gained confidence and strength. He began meeting Physical Therapy goals!... more »

  kerileeann wrote:

When my child was diagnosed with moderate central brain atrophy at 6 months old, we were crushed. We were told she may turn out fine, or may have severe learning and motor delays. We started home based therapies soon after and our life was consumed with... more »

  tayla wrote:

Therapeutic equine activities for disabled inidividuals...how do you describe a smile, the sound of someone laughing, or watching a child put their arms around the neck of animal weighing 600 pounds? You can't paint a picture of these joys, for some... more »

  aclark8310 wrote:

I am not only a volunteer, but a client of Easter Seals. My co-workers worked the phone bank during the yearly telethon. We had such a great time and we enjoyed helping such a wonderful organization. Such a positive experience and will do it again.... more »

  matt11 wrote:

I had my first stroke in the summer of 1996,and my daughter was born that July.I first got to know the people at the Hickok Center when I had my seond stroke in 2004,and they helped me immensly by providing an opportunity for me to express my music,I... more »

  Mrs1Dozier wrote:

I had a stroke when I was 36 yrs old. Subsequently, I was forced to retire, I lost my home and my health insurance. After exhausting all my funds by purchasing my much needed medications. My supportive family helped me search for other avenues to obtain... more »

  socialsissy wrote:

Manna House Ministries is a where my husband an I found help for his addiction problem and my co-dependency problem. They have recovery meetings there twice a day everday expect Sunday. They have helped up put our life back together. They have helped... more »

  DaveB54 wrote:

Great organization that helps people with diabilities find much needed resources to help them through their challenges! People in the community can also help them support their programs through donating clothing and household items. more »

  Mika C. wrote:

I'm a volunteer and strong water farm is the best place to go I get involded to help with so many fun thing from trail rides to helping with sponge baths although greatest thing I get to be apart of is those kids that smile at the end of their lessons... more »

  lilben wrote:

I volunteered here for 4 years during high school. I've been involved at a lot of barns, therapeutic and otherwise, and this is by far the most professional, uplifting environment I've ever been in. My time here actually inspired me to go to school for... more »

  Julie M. wrote:

I started volunteering for Horsefeathers almost 4 years ago. My children are ADHD kids and they had just started riding lessons there. I wanted to do my part to help so I asked to volunteer 1 day per week. It did not take long for me to see that I loved... more »

  Sara71 wrote:

My son attended Gateway for two years. They were wonderful to us and treated us like family. I would recommend Gateway to anybody with children!!!! more »

  Erica L. wrote:

Our daughter started attending Behnke Preschool when she turned three, in July of 2010. She had a speech delay, and we were very excited to find a speech language preschool in Seattle. She loves her teachers and classroom, which is currently transformed... more »

  mysticequus wrote:

I was a child of the 70's and involved in most all of what that implies. Living in a large city on the East Coast, there was never a lack of something to do. Unfortunately, I didn't always make the wisest choices. I found myself headed down a dangerous... more »

  blitzgamer wrote:

I love Versiti, I even donated to them once, the staff were so kind and caring and kept me comfortable through the entire donation. I also love the tasty snack rewards. more »

  Jerry W.2 wrote:

Our Son has been living there since day 1 and he loves it. It did start out a little rocky but is currently a great affordable place for ones that can live independently or have supports in place. Whenever this many individuals are let loose like they... more »

  BMWIreland wrote:

A friend introduced me to WLP, I read of the great work they do. On a visit to Vietnam, I got to see first hand many of the programs they run. What impressed me the most is how you can see your small donation directly impact the lives of those whom... more »

  Matthewsmom wrote:

Our son, Matthew, now 19, has been a client of NMTSA for about a decade. He has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and is very limited in his verbal communication and social skills. One huge motivator for Matthew is music. He loves it! It's helped... more »

  lillysk wrote:

TDI allows a bias evaluator in Mukwonago, Wisconsin to only pass dogs she knows or trains, even one that showed aggression during the testing session. This is wrong and completely inappropriate. When made aware that the bias and rude evaluator did not... more »

  bonnie6 wrote:

I found a listing online for organizations who accepted prosthetics no longer needed. As I understand, the components are used to either make new artificil limbs, or the entire item is passed on to those who are in need. When my husband passed away... more »

  Lynn Heckler wrote:

About 7 years ago, a former coworker friend invited me to join a Board Committee at Lighthouse. I had previously volunteered for a few events for the children's programs and had always been impressed with the mission/vision and committment level of the... more »

  amyjdelph wrote:

I used to work for ISOH/Impact and I have seen first-hand how much of a difference it has made in lives of so many people. Many of these children and their families live in places that don't have access to the medical treatments and procedures they need,... more »

  llaben wrote:

My father was a charter member of this chapter. They dropped him like a hot potato when he got sick. more »

  ehubbardjr wrote:

Wonderful organization that provides excellent service to it's members and serve as a safe haven for individuals with mental illnesses. more »

  cheryl9 wrote:

This strong organization does so much good with very limited resources! I've met so many people here who are severely physically disabled, but still believe they can make a big difference in the world. They just need to know that they have a roof over... more »

  kmschurer_gmail.com wrote:

The STRC is the best!! I had ST in a very severe manner. It is now 3,5 years ago I entered the program. I'm painfree and can do everything again!!! Abbie is the very best. Karin from The Netherlands more »

  Chris108 wrote:

St. Francis is a great organization that focuses on persons with disabilities. My daughter has the most wonderful service dog Hope. Hannah (my daughter) is in a wheelchair and was getting ready to go to college. We applied for a dog to go with her. Their... more »

  donnavg wrote:

Stayed here for rehab of pericarditis. Rehab side didn't have available beds so I was given a room on the nursing home side. The food was inedible. First night was 2 stale (really hard) hot dog buns with dried, hard fish sticks in them.It didn't get any... more »

  BelindaLehmkuhle wrote:

I've been a volunteer at Open My World since 2009. I can't recommend it high enough! Open My World serves people with all kinds of special needs using some very special horses. Each client is treated with love and respect and gets a lot of care and... more »

  pamosborne8101957 wrote:

I started with Therapeutic and Recreational Riding Center, Inc. (also known as TRRC, Inc.) since 1998, and have loved the programs that Dr. Helen Tuel has developed over the years, and what she has built up over the years. Over time, I have also been... more »

  missingmegan wrote:

I serve on the board at Easter Seals Southern Georgia and am proud to be a part of such a wonderful organization. Serving families of children/adults with disabilities is a pleasure. These families are so often overlooked and I applaud Easter Seals... more »

  Mya F. wrote:

In 1996, I hit my bottom. I knew I couldn't stop drinking without going into seizures, so I went to my physician and 'fessed up. He admitted me to the hospital for detox and, unbeknownst to me, he worked with hospital substance abuse staff to obtain... more »

  Lauren_P2 wrote:

I became involved with South Shore Peer recovery 2 years ago when I went to their host showing of "The Anonymous People." Our daughter entered treatment for substance use disorder the year before and we were anxious to learn more and prepare ourselves... more »

  ruiz.prieto.J wrote:

They had me assisting with Wounded Veterans as Part of the Team that went to Puerto Rico and one of the Leaders of this Non Profit would openly discuss the medical conditions of the Service Members with having me sign a HIPPA Law Fourm to discuss the... more »

  adpettit wrote:

I have been working with Rebuilding Together for over three years and absolutely LOVE working with this group! Sandy, Harry, Larry, George and all of the other dedicated volunteers are wonderful to work with and truly have a servant's heart. They are... more »

  Writer wrote:

BLUE STAR RANCH , Serving Our Nation's Veterans would like to thank the DISABLED VETERANS NATIONAL FOUNDATION for their grant which will serve numerous veterans (including spouses and children) with the healing methods of equine-assisted therapy for mental... more »

  Brett79 wrote:

This equine-assisted therapy center is filled with organizers and volunteers that go out of their way to provide a positive experience for people with special needs and disabilities. The results of the therapy sessions are amazing, from helping people... more »

  jimln4 wrote:

Give hope, give a hand project - in ten years has given 26,000 LN-4 Prosthetic hands in over 80 countries, always given free of cost. LN-4.org more »

  isang1999 wrote:

As a volunteer I love coming out and helping this local nonprofit. I love seeing the faces of everyone who comes to visit and/or volunteer. It is a great place for anyone looking for therapeutic riding lessons. All ages are allowed to come visit. Every... more »

  lizadiane wrote:

I discovered Chuckie's Place while researching the facility for an Army Strong Bonds Retreat Site. To my surprise, I discovered this therapuetic program for disabled children and Wounded Warriors with a very gifted Christian attendant heading both of... more »

  purecareaz wrote:

I am happy I found Dr. Maymon and I support Pure Body Health. I have had many of my friends question the naturopathic profession and this wonderful way of natural health care. Prior to meeting Dr. Maymon, I unfortunately surrendered to the traditional... more »

  horselover wrote:

LifeStriders impressed us with the amount of people they are reaching out to with the funding resources they receive. After familiarizing myself with the organization I felt very comfortable knowing that our donation would be put to great use. Their cause... more »

  ChefJW410 wrote:

Here are a few fun things that happened in 2022! Our team at Restoration Ranch, Texas was involved with serving alongside an amazing young adult group from Austin and College Station, TX. This group (Building Compassion) gave to us over 1000 hours of... more »

  tannerautism wrote:

Tell your story here and help others understand this charity : I served ESBA as a clinical supervisor for five wonderful Early Interventionists who provided service to a significant number of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The... more »