our mission - Creating and supporting a healthier and happier community through equine-assisted therapy and farm-based learning, where horses, farming and nature are accessible to all.
our vision- Everyone will feel loved, respected and inspired to reach their fullest potential in a safe, nurturing environment.
our values -Safety -Belonging -Kindness -Community -Growth and Learning
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3724 N Co Rd 13 Fort Collins, CO 80524
rosemary @ friendsoflaughingbuckfarm.org
To support our mission we have:
Created an all-abilities sensory garden and added adaptive garden beds to make our gardens wheelchair accessible
Offered scholarships and sliding scale for our programs
Created a PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship) certified therapeutic riding program
Became a PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship) member center
Created internships for ACE (Alternative Cooperate Education) student from Poudre School District since 2018
Created educational and enrichment opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities
Created integrated camps for children with special needs since 2017
Offered free Movement Method Playdays on the farm
Encouraged our staff to become certified in Movement Method for working neurodiverse children (three staff members are Movement Method certified)
Hosted open houses to support families and create community
Hosted events for autism education and awareness
Hosted workshop to support foster children and families
our goals.
VISIBILITY in the community as we spread the word about our therapeutic riding programs, internships and volunteer opportunities that aim in invite and include everyone.
DIVERSITY in all of our classes as we invite and include special needs kiddos into our current programs
SCHOLARSHIPS for farm classes, riding lessons, and therapeutic programs
PARTNERSHIPS with local nonprofits to provide more opportunities on the farm
