Volunteering at Equine Assisted Therapy

Our mission is to improve the quality of life for people who have disabilities through innovative equestrian activities.

Raquel & Markus

Ø    Barn Volunteers help out with the day to day responsibilities of caring for the program horses. This includes feeding, cleaning stalls, grooming, and helping to care for the facility and the equipment.

 Ø    Lesson Volunteers help out when clients come to receive therapy. These positions include Horse Handlers, Side Walkers, and Instructor’s Assistants.

Ø  Bingo Volunteers lend a hand during our year-round fundraising bingo games every Wednesday and Saturday evening at 421 Columbus Road in Mt. Vernon.

 Requirements:

               1.   All volunteers must attend regular training sessions.

2.   Lesson Volunteers must be at least 14 yrs. old while Barn Volunteers must be at least 10 yrs. old.  Bingo Volunteers must be at least 18 yrs. old.

3.   All volunteers must be able to commit to a regular schedule for a set period of time.

4.   Lesson and Barn Volunteers must enjoy being outside, being around horses, and children, and be fit enough to physically do the job.

Volunteer Incentives:

                             A Volunteer Reception held in your honor!

                            Special Event Tickets!

                             E.A.T. logo merchandise!

    Discounts on riding lessons!

Fun, friendship & good times!

Possible career goals!

GETTING STARTED IS EASY! JUST CALL OR E MAIL US AT 740.625.9324 or  Equine Assisted Therapy