Sunrise, Inc. Therapeutic Riding Center (SunriseTRC)
Richmond, Indiana
Sunrise, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit therapeutic riding center in Richmond, Indiana, founded in 1980. It offers equine-assisted services, including therapeutic riding, for riders of all ages who have a diagnosed disability. According to its website, the program is now based at the Suzanne Hoerner Jackson Equestrian Center through a partnership with Earlham College.
- Therapeutic riding
- Equine-assisted services
- Individual assessment and plan by certified instructors
- Pony parties (proceeds support the program)
- Volunteer program with training
- Riders of all ages with a diagnosed disability
- People with physical, mental and emotional disabilities
More about this center
About the Program
Sunrise says it was founded in Richmond in 1980 by Carol Inglis, Margaret Inglis and Janice Edelman, who certified through the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association. Its nonprofit filings state a mission to promote the health and social development of people with mental, physical and emotional challenges through equine-assisted activities.
The website says participants qualify with a physician's confirmation of a diagnosis that may benefit from therapeutic horsemanship. Certified instructors then complete a personalized assessment and build a plan around each rider's goals. The site lists PATH certified instructors on staff, but it does not say the center itself is a PATH Intl. accredited center.
Volunteering
Sunrise recruits volunteers and says no horse experience is required. All volunteers are trained on its policies, procedures and roles. Roles include barn work such as grooming and leading horses, side-walking and unmounted activities, and helping with office tasks and events. Applications are on the website's forms page, or call the barn or email the volunteer coordinator at stimmons@sunriseinc.org.
Location
Sunrise operates at the Suzanne Hoerner Jackson Equestrian Center, 1052 Gurney Drive, Richmond, IN 47374, in partnership with Earlham College. The website describes the facility as having 25 stalls, an indoor arena, outdoor riding areas, classroom and office space, wash stalls and indoor restrooms.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I enroll a rider?
The website says enrollment is open. Email executivedirector@sunriseinc.org to request a tour and a participant application. A physician's confirmation of diagnosis is required.
What does therapeutic riding cost at Sunrise?
Call the barn at (765) 983-1500 or email the executive director to ask about current rates. See our guide to equine therapy costs for general context.
Who can ride?
Sunrise says it welcomes riders of all ages with a diagnosed disability.
How can I volunteer?
Fill out the volunteer application on the website's forms page, or email the volunteer coordinator at stimmons@sunriseinc.org. No horse experience is needed, and training is provided.
Location
Richmond, Indiana 47374
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.