For further information, email us at info@winslow.org
or call us at 845-986-6686.
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Therapeutic Riding
What is Therapeutic Riding?
Therapeutic riding is an individualized program of learning
to ride a horse which takes into account a person's physical,
mental, and emotional strengths and limitations. The horses,
staff, and volunteers involved in therapeutic riding have
all been carefully selected and trained to accommodate the
physical, mental, or social disabilities of the rider. Goals
of therapeutic riding vary as much as the individual participants.
Improved physical strength, balance, mobility and coordination
are accomplished through the physical act of riding a horse.
Increased attention, concentration, learning, and verbal skills
are inherent in learning the skills necessary to ride successfully.
Bonding with the horse, making new friends, and respecting
authority are some of the social improvements we see. Improvements
in self esteem, self control, and confidence also arise from
the experience of success in learning to ride. Therapeutic
riding is fun and effective!
What Therapeutic Riding Programs are Available?
What Therapeutic Riding Programs are available?
Children and adults may participate individually or as part
of a group in one or more of our therapeutic riding programs.
Winslow typically offers 10 week sessions for spring, summer,
and fall programs. Some programs are offered to children and
adolescents through their school or residential placements.
However individuals may sign up for therapeutic riding at
any time during the year.
Winslow has programs designed to help children and adults
with physical disabilities, learning difficulties, communication
disorders, emotional problems, social disorders, stress related
issues, and adjustment difficulties. Instructors will interview
parents or guardians and involved professionals to gather
information about the rider's capabilities and goals. Riders
will then be offered a program that best fits their needs.
English, Western and adaptive equipment are available to provide
a riding experience suited to each participant. Adaptive
equipment is available.
How do I get started?
Individuals interested in Therapeutic Riding may call the
Winslow office (845) 986-6686 to schedule an evaluation or
get more information. An evaluation is generally done both
on and off the horse, and may take 1/2 hour to 1 hour.
Scholarships A limited number are available: (Applications
upon request)
Deadlines:
March 15th-for Spring Sessions
May 15th-for Summer Sessions
August 15th for Fall Sessions
December 15th- for Winter Sessions
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Hippotherapy
What is Hippotherapy?
 Hippotherapy
(from the Greek "hippo" meaning "horse") is physical therapy
that utilizes the natural movement of the horse to help riders
regain physical strength, mobility, and coordination. The similarities
between a horse's pelvic movements at a walk, and the movement
of a normal human pelvis enables the rider to physically learn
or relearn skills and movements that may have been lost or compromised.
Speech, physical, or occupational therapy patients can improve
muscle tone, balance, posture, coordination, respiration, strength,
and body awareness as they sit upon and ride a horse in an enjoyable
and effective method of treatment. Hippotherapy patients tend
to be the best motivated physical therapy patients, because
the work is fun!
 Who
can benefit from Hippotherapy?
Children and adults can benefit from hippotherapy when it is
used as part of their overall treatment program. Disabilities
that can be treated through traditional physical, occupational,
or speech therapy, can be treated through hippotherapy.
Examples of such disabilities include but are not limited to:
- Cerebral Palsy
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Down Syndrome
- Dyspraxia
- Stroke
- Paralysis/Paraplegia
- Head Trauma
- Spina Bifida
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- Spinal Cord Injury
- Convulsive Disorders
- Amputation
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Scoliosis
- Arthritis
- Autism
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About
our providers
Winslow's licensed physical, speech, or occupational therapists
have undergone additional training using the horse as a therapeutic
tool. Each therapist is registered with the American Hippotherapy
Association (AHA), and the North American Riding for the Handicapped
Association (NARHA).
 How
to obtain services
Individuals interested in hippotherapy may contact Winslow to
schedule an evaluation at any time. The evaluation will need
to be reviewed before treatment can begin. The therapist will
contact you and ask that you bring medical records and your
prescriptions.
Cost of services
The length, frequency, and duration of proposed services will
be discussed during the evaluation. Typical sessions are 1/2
hour weekly. Clients may submit the cost of services to their
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Autism & Communications Disorder
What is Autism?
Autism is a neurological disorder characterized by developmental
delays in language skills and social interaction. Mental processing
is generally uneven, with some skills at or above "normal",
and others delayed. In addition, many people with autism are
extremely sensitive to certain sensory input like bright lights,
new smells, sounds, textures, or being touched. . Autism,
and its milder cousin "Asperger's Syndrome", can affect individuals
of any race, religion, socioeconomic level, and level of intelligence.
It is important to know that people with autism may have normal
IQs, despite their social or language delays. The cause(s)
of autism, Asperger's Syndrome, and other pervasive developmental
disorders are unknown. While there is no known medical "cure",
individuals with autism and other communication disorders
can improve their learning, processing, and socialization
skills through specific interventions.
How can Therapeutic Riding help people with Autism?
Winslow has developed therapeutic riding programs specifically
designed for children with communication disorders such as
autism. A team of specially trained instructors, volunteers,
and horses make it possible for these children to participate
in horseback riding activities that encourage learning, verbal
and nonverbal expression, positive social interaction, and
bonding with the horses. Classes are structured to accommodate
each child's particular strengths and weaknesses. Instructors
may use icons or other picture symbols as aids in communication,
and every attempt is made to keep lessons consistent and predictable.
Our Winslow staff and volunteers have witnessed many children
smiling, laughing, or uttering their first words during a
therapeutic riding lesson. The rewards are priceless!
How can I get my child involved?
Classes to accommodate children with autism are offered several
times throughout the year. Interested parents/guardians may
contact Winslow at any time to schedule an evaluation and
discuss our programming. (845) 986-6686 Individual or group
lessons are available, depending on the needs of the child.
Parents will need to arrange transportation to and from the
Winslow farm for lessons, unless programming is arranged by
the school.
(Scholarships and prepaid package discounts may be available)
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HORSES FOR HEROES
Winslow is offering equine assisted activities and therapies
to military service veterans in the form of individual one-on-one
and group therapeutic horseback riding. The program is also
being offered to the children of service personnel killed
in action.
Download flyer
Download brochure
CLASSES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITHOUT SPECIAL NEEDS
Winslow offers lessons in English and Western
Centered Riding.
Junior Horsemanship Classes
Spend an hour each week learning how to groom and tack, care
for horses and learn about breeds and basic vet care.
Of course, riding too! 1 hour $40 per person
Intro to Quadrille
Choreographed riding to music. Independent
walk/trot riders or above. Teams of 4 riders.
Classes are 11 weeks (pay for 10 get the 11th FREE) Cost:
$400
 Private
Lessons
1/2 hour -$45 per person
1 hour-$65 per person
Semi-Private Lessons
1/2 hour- $35 per person
1 hour- $50 per person
Group Riding Lessons
Spend the full hour each week learning
riding skills
Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Levels.
1 hour- $40 per person
Adult Group Ride
Leave your stress behind, make new friends,
bond with horses, learn to ride. $40
Day at the Barn
Scheduled for school breaks and holidays,
a day program of riding & horsemanship, equestrian crafts
& games make it a fun "day off" activity. Click
here to read 2009
flyer.
Cost: $50 / day per person
Farm Experience
Two hour program consisting of riding, grooming
& equine themed age appropriate activities. Great for Scouts
& groups. $55 per person
Summer Adventures for
2009
Session I July 6 - 10 & 13 - 17
Session II July 20 - 24 & 27 - 31
Session III August 3 - 7 & 10 - 14
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Sign your child (ages 7 - 12) up
for this outdoor summer program which allows your child
to explore, enjoy and learn about caring for one of the
most beautiful animals, the horse.
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Riders will learn about caring,
bonding and trusting through the use of the horse.
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Opportunities in decision making,
leadership skills and social skills will enrich the experience
with the ultimate goal of improved self awareness, self
image and self reliance.
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$400 for a two week session.
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