Your generosity is invaluable. It will help care for the horses through the winter and spring, covering everything from feed to medicine, veterinary care, and more. Your contribution is crucial to our cause, and we deeply appreciate your support.

Equine Assisted Development is a faith-based, non-profit farm in the city providing EAGALA-certified non-riding horse therapy services to those who are hurting. Many of our clients have troubled and traumatic histories. We specialize in therapy for those experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, low self-worth, addiction, emotional/behavioral concerns, Alzheimer's/dementia, and much more.

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We provide successful therapy programs for groups and individuals, families, school children, military veterans, survivors of sex trafficking, senior citizens, and memory care patients. We also conduct corporate and group retreats focusing on leadership and relationship skills development through interactions with the horses.

Testimonials

"Deb at EAD has a unique gift for leading individuals outside of their normal thought process, breaking through our self-imposed limitations to new possibilities for our lives." Mike Crumback, Director of Business Development, VanLaan Concrete Construction

"My first experience with EAD was a team-building activity with a large group at work. When reaching out to EAD, we focused on building trust and relationships while learning to work together as one team. What I discovered at EAD was so much more than that. The work that EAD does is life-changing. Even a few hours with Deb and her team makes a difference. I can attest to this firsthand. When I stepped into that arena, I discovered something inside myself as the horses came up to me. The horses were speaking to me. I felt uneasy, uncomfortable, and scared. But I had to lead the group I was with and find a way to push through it. On my way home, I had to ask myself why was I scared? I have always loved horses, been horseback riding several times, and even [went] to horse camp when I was younger. Then, I had a realization: I was in an unhealthy relationship. I knew my relationship was not good for me, but until that point, I did not know how abusive and toxic it was. That’s when I was able to start getting help and reached out to the center for women in transition." Erika

"Just listening to Deb on the website film told me she is very passionate about horses and caring for others. She runs an incredible program! She is affirming, un-intimidating, all inclusive and very approachable. EAD is a program that is so far-reaching! It rescues horses and people in ways that present opportunities to learn lessons in non-traditional ways. It's a win-win situation. The horses, facilitators, clients, and volunteers all benefit. It amazes me the many rewards I have experienced in the time I've been volunteering. I usually get downhearted when September and fall come around . . . it was very heartwarming to be here at EAD!" Lonnie

Giving Tuesday 2024

Campaign to fund horse care through winter and spring