I have been volunteering at Therapeion since 2008. I started there to be around the horses and then my focus quickly shifted to the riders. It's great to see the smiles when they enter the barn. I enjoy watching them progress. Our riders have a variety of abilities, some would say disabilities. It's great to see them advance with their posture, confidence, interactions, verbalization, sequencing,...
The horses, and not all horse can be therapy horses, sense when they have a rider with special needs. They need to be able to be calm with various noises and/or movements from the riders. The horses allow riders with limited mobility the opportunity of freedom of movement. Libby does a great job of matching horses and riders while taking into consideration needs, sizes, personalities, ...
Therapeion's program options continue to evolve and grow. We still have a long wish list - including an indoor arena to be able to have classes year round here in Indiana!
I have been volunteering at Therapeion for over a year. I thoroughly enjoy the time spent with the riders - some who have developmental disabilities and others who may be veterans recovering from PTSD. Seeing participants overcome whatever challenges they are facing that day and witnessing the happiness that they express while attending sessions is so rewarding. I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to be involved with Therapeion - this organization is changing lives!
I have been volunteering at Therapeion for 3 years now and I have loved every minute of it! Libby is great and has a lot of passion for what she does. The kids really seem to gain a lot from riding there and I have had the pleasure of seeing kids improve from semester to semester. I feel that any child with a disablity can beinfit from therapeutic riding centers just like Therapeion. I hope that Libby can continue with Therapeion, and the work she does for years to come.
Rebecca
Review from Guidestar
libby helps kids who have special needs. she has a heart of gold. she engages help of anyone who joins her in that mission, including college students. one client/child said, " this is the best day of my life!" after participating in a horse show that was part of Libby's program
Review from Guidestar