Therapeutic Riding and Horsemanship: How it Helps Citizens in Effingham County
Faith Equestrian Therapeutic Center works to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities through equine-assisted therapeutic riding.
They say that the horse is the only animal whose walk reflects that of a human, which can help riders who have difficulty walking or are unable to walk get that sense of “normalcy.” Therapeutic riding at Faith Equestrian is used to helps enhance the cognitive, physical, emotional, and social well-being of those with special needs. They even take riders to the Special Olympics Georgia in Gainesville every year.
People can help support their efforts by either sponsoring a child or a lesson. They can even adopt a horse and help with its daily needs. To donate, or to learn more, check out their website.