Horses for Healing Therapeutic Riding Center

Location: Newcastle, California, United States

Horses for Healing Therapeutic Riding Center is a nonprofit therapeutic riding program that serves children and adults with special needs in Placer County. The center focuses on enhancing physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through meaningful work with horses.

Its program includes therapeutic riding along with grooming, tacking, groundwork, and recreational riding. The center serves riders with a wide range of disabilities and support needs, including autism, cerebral palsy, developmental disabilities, brain injury, PTSD, visual impairment, and other physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges.

Horses for Healing has served the Auburn and Newcastle area since 1997 and operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Its current riding center is located on Monument Place in Newcastle.

Key Details:

Services: Therapeutic riding, grooming and tacking, groundwork, and recreational riding
Who they serve: Children and adults with special needs and a wide range of physical, cognitive, developmental, and emotional challenges
Notable programs: Therapeutic riding with horsemanship-based support activities
Facility or setting: Riding center on Monument Place in Newcastle, serving the Auburn and Placer County area
Certifications or credentials: 501(c)(3) nonprofit therapeutic riding center

Last Verified: March 12, 2026.

Contact Information

Address:
1255 Monument Place
Newcastle, California 95658
United States

FAQ

What types of equine therapy programs are offered here?

Most centers offer a mix of equine-assisted services (EAS), including therapeutic riding, groundwork activities, and sometimes equine-assisted therapy (EAT) with licensed professionals. Program availability varies by location.

Who can participate in programs like this?

Many equine-assisted programs serve children, teens, and adults with a wide range of needs, including physical disabilities, developmental challenges, learning differences, anxiety, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Age ranges and participant eligibility vary by center.

Do I need prior horse experience to participate?

No. Programs are designed for beginners, and trained staff guide participants through every step using calm, well-trained therapy horses.

Is this a clinical therapy program or a recreational activity?

It depends on the center:

Equine-assisted therapy (EAT): Clinical therapy with licensed professionals
Equine-assisted activities (EAA): Non-clinical programs focused on skill-building and personal development

Contact the center to confirm what they offer.

How do I get started?

Most programs require a simple intake form and may include an initial assessment or trial session. You can contact the center directly using the information provided in the listing.

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