May 13 2024 36 mins
In this episode, Regina speaks to Emily Fields. Emily is an Instructor, Barn Manager, and Program Director at the Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center. The Cheff Center was founded in 1969 as the first therapeutic riding center built especially for the purpose of serving those with special needs in North America. The Cheff Center’s efforts were groundbreaking and they continue to set the bar for creating an environment of horses helping people. As they discuss the various facets of equine assisted services, Emily shares the ins and outs of what the Cheff Center offers. In short, the Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center serves riders of all ages who have physical, emotional, or cognitive disabilities. But it’s so much more than that. It’s transformational. It’s life changing. Two of Regina’s retired show horses joined the Cheff Center in 2023. Regina is so proud of both Blue and Rosie as they’ve embarked on this amazing second career. After listening to this episode, we hope that you consider supporting the Cheff Center (or any therapeutic riding center near you) with your qualified horse, your time, and/or financial contributions. Keep up the GREAT work, Cheff Center! SUMMARY Listen in to learn more : (00:04) Understanding Therapeutic Riding & Equine-Assisted Services (11:45) Managing Burnout (17:24) Equine Therapy Programs and Challenges (24:51) Donating Horses to Therapeutic Riding Links: https://www.cheffcenter.org/ Keywords Equine-Assisted Services, Therapeutic Riding, Horse Companionship, Human Health, Physical Improvements, Cognitive Improvements, Emotional Improvements, Burnout, Instructors, Four-Legged Therapists, Horse Welfare, Cheff Center, Culinary Arts, Horse Industry, Equine Therapy Programs, Challenges, Donating Horses, Second Career,