BREAKING FREE THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER
2795 & 2781 North Moose Eye Road,
Norwich, Ohio 43767
Phone: 740-995-9395
WELCOME
Breaking Free Therapeutic Riding Center is a non-profit 501(c)(3) Therapeutic Equine Riding Center located in southeastern Ohio. Our mission is: Empowering individuals with diverse challenges through unique equine-assisted therapeutic experiences.
Breaking Free TRC has been in operation since 2008 and A Premier Accredited Center with PATH International since 2013. We offer several programs in a safe supportive environment. As a non-profit organization, and on Ohio Charity, Breaking Free Therapeutic Riding Center exists through the efforts of volunteers, donations, fundraisers, and sponsors.
As Breaking Free Therapeutic Riding Center is a non-profit we rely on donations from our generous partners.
Dear Friend and Supporter:
We here at Breaking Free Therapeutic Riding Center understand the remarkable things that happen when a horse and rider connect. Since our beginnings in 2008, we have seen how this connection improves the
physical, psychological, and cognitive abilities of children and adults who are living with developmental
disabilities or have experienced trauma.
As we end another successful year and reach out for your support, we
would like to introduce you to three friends who represent what can
be achieved when therapeutic horseback riding is part of their lives.
You may make donations by:
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clicking the "Donate" link below or:
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Donate by check made payable to: Breaking Free TRC and mail to Breaking Free TRC 2781 N. Moose Eye Road, Norwich, Ohio 43767
All donations are 100% tax deductible. You will receive a Tax receipt for your donation.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!!
Sarah
is a young woman who started riding at the end of last season. Over the past year, I have seen her blossom into an excellent rider. She used to be nervous to try new things but this season, despite the nerves, she chose to face her fears. Her posture and physical stamina has increased substantially and she has made new friends. My favorite part of the week is listening to her and Emma laughing as they head to their cars after class. She cares deeply for her horse Dolly and has gained so much independence in caring for her before and after she rides. As people transition to adulthood, they lose so many opportunities for extracurricular activities that were available to them as youth. I am so glad Sarah is part of a program that enriches lives and creates a unique space for people to gain independence and foster friendships.
Kaden
is a young man with autism. He is often withdrawn, doesn’t
use words to communicate, and ands social situations difficult.
When Kaden arrived three years ago, he was afraid to ride, so we
took things slowly. Once he trusted the volunteers, his enthusiasm
rapidly grew. Today, Kaden runs into the arena, eager to ride Stella,
his special horse. Kaden has also learned to follow direcons, make
eye contact, play, and even smiles now!
We met Abigail 13 years ago when she was a toddler. Abigail is
legally blind, non-verbal, and uses a wheelchair. Her Breaking
Free experience started slowly with a special riding pad so she
could feel the horse under her, a simulated hip movement. She
advanced to an adaptive saddle that provided total support.
Today Abigail works her own core muscles by riding on a pad
and balancing herself with only one volunteer supporting her.
When she gets to bumpy Moose Eye Road, her squeals of
delight mean she is happy to be back at Breaking Free!
Breaking Free Therapeutic Riding Center
2781 North Moose Eye Road
Norwich, Ohio 43767