Healing Horses
Dyersburg, Tennessee
Healing Horses is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on Parker Road in Dyersburg, Tennessee. It describes its work as therapeutic horseback riding for persons with disabilities, and its stated mission is to enhance the lives of individuals with special needs through equine therapy.
- Therapeutic horseback riding
- Equine-assisted therapy
- Persons with disabilities
- Individuals with special needs
More about this center
About the Program
The organization says community support allows it to serve and provide therapeutic horsemanship in the Dyersburg area.
If you are comparing programs, ask whether sessions are therapeutic riding led by a riding instructor or therapy led by a licensed professional, and what training the instructors hold. Our guide on how to choose a center lists other questions worth asking.
Organization and Leadership
Healing Horses received its IRS tax-exempt status in 2015 and is registered as a 501(c)(3) public charity. Lindsey Ennis serves as president of the board, with William J. Burks as vice president, Becky Zamzow as treasurer and Marsh Nanaidoo as secretary.
The organization is funded mainly through contributions, with support from community events such as its Farm to Table fundraiser, backed by ticket buyers and corporate sponsors.
Getting Started
Families interested in riding can contact Healing Horses by phone at (731) 589-3000 or by email at healinghorsesinc@gmail.com to ask about eligibility, session times and current rates. The organization also posts updates on its Facebook page.
Location
Healing Horses is located at 225 Parker Rd, Dyersburg, TN 38024, in Dyer County in northwest Tennessee.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
Who can take part at Healing Horses?
The program serves persons with disabilities and individuals with special needs. Contact the organization to ask about age ranges and any medical or weight requirements.
How much do sessions cost?
Call (731) 589-3000 or email healinghorsesinc@gmail.com to ask about current rates. Our guide to equine therapy costs explains typical pricing.
How do I get started?
Reach out by phone or email to ask about openings, session times and the intake process. The organization's Facebook page is another way to get in touch.
Location
Dyersburg, Tennessee 38024
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.