Any Frederick County resident who has a disability that makes learning difficult, including Down Syndrome, Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy, Autism Spectrum disorders, learning disabled, hearing and visual deficiencies and many others are welcome to join the TRP family. An individualized lesson plan is developed for each student.
Goals are developed from OT/PT Assessments, Teacher Assessments and parents. We provide the safest possible environment in which to challenge the rider to perform to the best of his/her ability. Riders learn to interact with their horse while also learning balance, steering, and control. They play games and engage in therapeutic exercises.
Goals are developed from OT/PT Assessments, Teacher Assessments and parents. We provide the safest possible environment in which to challenge the rider to perform to the best of his/her ability. Riders learn to interact with their horse while also learning balance, steering, and control. They play games and engage in therapeutic exercises.
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Our Riders
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Our students, ages 2 to 80 represent all areas of Frederick County. Any individual who has a disability which makes learning difficult - Downs Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Autism, Visual and Hearing Impairments, Attention Deficit Disorder, etc. Our students may have more than one disability.
Our Horses
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Program horses are the heroes who make lifetime differences in children and adults who are mentally, physically, and/or emotionally disabled. They are the "heart and soul" of the program. Many of our horses had previous careers as eventers, show hunters, endurance competitors, and reiners. They are good-natured and can accommodate a range of rider sizes and skill levels.
Facilities
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The Frederick County 4H Therapuetic Riding Program is located at Siverado Farm in the beautiful rolling hills of Thurmont, MD. Here, our riders, will find a peaceful setting and a supportive staff to ensure a positive recreational and therapuetic experience. If you are interesting in a rewarding volunteer opportunity or for a worthy cause to donate to in your community, please consider the Frederick County 4H Therapuetic Riding Program.
New Tack Room
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FREDERICK CIVITANS, a foundation that supports individuals with disabilities and THE CHESAPEAKE DISTRICT OF CIVITAN INTERNATIONA presented us with the funds necessary to build an addition to our old Tack Room. G. FRANK THOMAS FOUNDATION provided funding to build and/or purchase saddle racks, benches, baskets, and organizers.
How To Help
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There are many different opportunities for you to support the Frederick County 4H Therapeutic Riding Program. We hope you will look over the following list and consider supporting this valuable Program in whatever way you are able to contribute. If you are having a birthday or anniversary, consider asking friends through FaceBook to donate to Frederick County 4H Therapeutic Riding Program.
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