Oak Hill Farm
Roanoke, Indiana
Oak Hill Farm is a not-for-profit equine therapy program on East Station Road in Roanoke, Indiana. It offers one-on-one therapeutic riding lessons that combine horse care with riding, and its website says it works with children and adults on self-esteem, life skills and body strength.
- One-on-one therapeutic riding lessons
- Horse care (grooming and saddling) as part of lessons
- Seasonal riding sessions (spring, summer, fall)
- Private lessons by appointment (October to February)
- Volunteer training (horse leader, side walker)
- Children
- Adults
More about this center
About the Program
According to its website, Oak Hill Farm grew out of founder Brenda Malcolm Stoffel's love of horses and children. Each rider is matched with a horse, an instructor and a volunteer for individual support, and lessons are tailored to the rider's needs.
The FAQ says lessons last about one hour. According to the sessions page, lesson time includes grooming, saddling and riding, and activities may include games to improve attention and obstacle courses that work on patterning and memory skills.
The Horses and Staff
The team page lists Brenda Malcolm Stoffel as owner and riding instructor and describes her as a PATH International certified riding instructor. Craig Reese is listed as a second riding instructor. The farm's horses include Bo Peep, Magic, Paco and Strutty.
Getting Started
When a family calls, the farm provides a brochure and a one-on-one interview by phone or in person, and encourages a visit to the center before any commitment. Each rider receives a packet, renewed annually, that includes a physician's release form, and lessons begin once the forms are complete and a physician has released the rider.
Volunteers must be at least 14, and no previous experience is needed. Volunteers commit about two hours a week for a six-week session and complete roughly two hours of training. Roles include horse leader and side walker.
Location
Oak Hill Farm is at 4982 E. Station Rd., Roanoke, IN 46783. Call (260) 672-8199 to arrange a visit.
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.
How much do lessons cost?
The sessions page lists lessons at $50 each, as listed, up to $200 for four lessons. Riders also pay an annual non-refundable registration fee whose amount is not published. See our guide to equine therapy costs.
Does insurance cover therapeutic riding here?
The website says therapeutic riding is generally not covered by insurance in the US and that insurance arrangements are the participant's responsibility.
How long is a session?
The FAQ describes a full session as 4 weeks, while the participation page mentions six-week blocks. Call (260) 672-8199 to confirm the current schedule.
How do I send enrollment paperwork?
The FAQ says paperwork can be mailed to the farm or sent as an email attachment to oakfarm49@gmail.com.
Location
Roanoke, Indiana 46783
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.