Friends of Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy
Norco, California
Friends of Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Norco, California that works with Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy, Inc. to help families get physical, occupational and speech therapy, including hippotherapy. It offers therapy scholarships and a therapy horse program, and serves families in the Inland Empire and Orange County.
- Hippotherapy (through Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy)
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Therapy scholarships
- Therapy horse program
- Children from birth through age 21 (hippotherapy)
- Children with developmental delays
- Children with balance, coordination or muscle tone challenges
- Children with sensory processing or communication challenges
- Families with limited financial means
More about this center
About the Program
According to its website, hippotherapy at Leaps & Bounds is part of a child's therapy plan and uses the horse's movement as a treatment tool. Sessions are led by a licensed physical, occupational or speech therapist trained through the American Hippotherapy Association, working with an equine specialist and a trained horse handler. Sessions take place in an outdoor setting.
Friends of Leaps & Bounds says it exists to bridge financial gaps for families, funding therapy scholarships and the therapy horse program. GuideStar lists its IRS ruling year as 2015. In 2023, California State Senator Kelly Seyarto named it the 32nd Senate District Nonprofit of the Year.
Getting Started
The clinic says families start by scheduling an initial assessment by phone or online. A licensed therapist evaluates the child and creates a plan, and weekly sessions follow. The clinic says it accepts insurance and verifies coverage during intake. Call (951) 340-0431 to ask, or read our guide to equine therapy costs.
Volunteering
Friends of Leaps & Bounds lists volunteer roles in horse care and grooming, event setup, administrative help, professional skills such as marketing or photography, and fundraising. Volunteers apply through an inquiry form on the website. Ranch tours are by appointment.
Location
The ranch and clinic are at 4211 Valley View Ave, Norco, CA 92860. Leaps & Bounds also lists a second location in Corona, and says it serves the Inland Empire and parts of Orange County.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I get started with hippotherapy?
Schedule an initial assessment by calling (951) 340-0431 or through the online appointment portal on the website. A licensed therapist evaluates your child and builds a therapy plan.
What ages does hippotherapy serve?
The homepage lists hippotherapy for children from birth through age 21.
Does it accept insurance, and is financial help available?
The clinic says it accepts insurance and verifies coverage at intake. Friends of Leaps & Bounds offers therapy scholarships for families with limited means; call (951) 340-0431 for details.
Is adaptive riding still offered?
The website says its Adaptive Horsemanship program has closed and a new program called Beyond Therapy is in development. Contact Frontdesk@leapspediatric.org for updates.
Location
Norco, California 92860
Questions to Ask When You Call
The center is the best source for these answers.
- Are you running now, and taking new riders?Start here. We couldn’t confirm a current schedule.
- Which ages and needs do you work with?Ask about experience with your rider’s specific condition.
- Is a licensed PT, OT or speech therapist involved?Therapist-led hippotherapy is usually the only kind insurance may cover.
- What does a session cost, and are there scholarships?Many nonprofit programs offer sliding scales or sponsored spots.
- Do you have a mounting ramp or lift?Important for riders who use a wheelchair or need help mounting.