Healing Reins of Kentucky
Henderson, Kentucky
Healing Reins of Kentucky is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Henderson, Kentucky. It offers adaptive (therapeutic) riding, unmounted adaptive horsemanship, farm visits and a mobile miniature horse program. Its website lists participants age 4 and up with a range of disabilities, as well as veterans.
- Adaptive riding (therapeutic riding), private or group
- Adaptive horsemanship (unmounted)
- Seasonal semester lessons
- Year-round riding for more independent riders
- Farm visits for groups
- Mobile Experience with miniature horses
- Riders age 4 and up
- People with autism spectrum disorders
- People with cerebral palsy or Down syndrome
- People with ADD/ADHD, anxiety or depression
- People with cognitive or developmental delays
- People with visual or hearing impairments
- Veterans
- Schools and community groups
More about this center
About the Program
According to its website, adaptive riding lessons are led by certified therapeutic riding instructors, and seasonal lessons are taught by a PATH Intl. certified instructor. The site says riding can help with balance, strength, coordination and motor skills, along with confidence and social skills. Riders who are not ready to ride, or prefer not to, can take adaptive horsemanship, which includes grooming, bathing and leading horses through obstacle courses. Learn more about therapeutic riding.
Seasonal semesters mirror the Henderson County Schools schedule, with 10-week spring and fall sessions and a 5-week summer session. Year-round riding is for riders who can groom, tack and mount on their own, on the recommendation of the program's PATH certified instructor. A 2026 schedule is posted online.
Getting Started
Families complete a participant application, a liability release and a physician form signed by the rider's doctor. The Lead Instructor then schedules an evaluation meeting with the applicant and family. The site notes that participation may be declined for weight limits or behavioral or medical safety concerns.
History and Staff
The organization's story credits Lead Instructor Stacy Denton, a riding instructor who wanted to offer certified lessons to people who could not afford riding lessons on top of other therapies. Monica Fella is listed as Executive Director.
Location
Healing Reins of Kentucky is based in Henderson, Kentucky. Its website lists a mailing address of P.O. Box 2027, Henderson, KY 42419, and no farm street address. The Mobile Experience trailer brings miniature horses to schools and community events around the tri-state area.
From public records, not yet reviewed by the center · Last updated Oct 2026 Suggest an edit
Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
What is the minimum age?
The website says participants must be at least 4 years old. Riders may be declined for weight limits or behavioral or medical safety concerns.
How much do lessons cost?
It says financial aid is not currently offered for year-round riders. Call (270) 854-3150 to ask. See our guide to equine therapy costs.
How do I contact Healing Reins?
Call (270) 854-3150 or email horsesheal1@gmail.com.
Location
Henderson, Kentucky 42420
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.