Welcome
to Southern Delaware Therapeutic & Recreational
Horseback Riding, Inc. (SDTRHR). Our mission is to provide
equine-assisted therapy promoting the physical, emotional
and educational growth of children and adults with special
needs in our community. We are a 501©3, non-profit,
NARHA (North American Riding for the Handicapped Association)
affiliated center located in Eastern Sussex County.
Presently, we are the only NARHA-affiliated center in
the State of Delaware.
Our
NARHA-certified therapeutic riding instructors and trained
volunteers have provided planned sessions in equine-assisted
therapy to children and adults with special needs since
1988.
Why
therapy with horses?
Horseback riding is a progressive form of therapy for
individuals with physical and emotional challenges.
The gait of the horse is the closest replicating movement
to human gait and can be more effective than traditional,
clinic-based forms of therapy. The horse's motion helps
improve muscular strength, coordination and balance
of the rider.
Equine-assisted therapy also provides psychosocial benefits
through equine and human interaction that occurs. The
horses, instructors and volunteers create a caring environment
that enables participants to gain valuable communication
and coping skills.
Conditions
served include:
Cerebral
Palsy
ADD/Hyperactivity
Autism
Head Trauma
Learning Disabilities
Mental Retardation Muscular Dystrophy
Multiple Sclerosis
Speech/Visually/Hearing Impaired
Spina Bifida
Emotional/Behavioral
Youth at Risk
How
can I get involved?
Whatever your talent or interest, it can be put to great
use at SDTRHR! You may volunteer as a program participant,
donate a horse or equipment or make a difference with
a tax-deductible contribution. Whatever you are able
to provide, SDTRHR appreciates your assistance! You
will find volunteer applications on our Forms page.
You can also make a contribution online. |
