2017 Winter

Making Connections ~

Therapeutic riding, equine and animal assisted learning and the adaptive garden programs share a common goal—helping our clients make meaningful connections. One boy reflected on his time at Main Stay, he had, “made awesome friends, learned patience and made a connection with Louie. Main Stay makes me happy, I talk more now.” Clients spend time at the farm to help with social and emotional needs. Connecting with the animals often helps clients to more successfully connect with their own peers and family. Being at the farm, “helps me through my bad days when I am there. Interacting with the animals made all of my worries disappear.”