Saving Grace Farm
Salisbury, North Carolina
Saving Grace Farm is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Salisbury, North Carolina, offering equine-assisted services since 2000. Its programs include adaptive and therapeutic horsemanship, equine-assisted psychotherapy, free programs for veterans and EMS personnel, and activities for seniors. The farm says it serves people ages 4 and up, including those with special needs and disabilities, at-risk youth, seniors, veterans and people who have experienced trauma.
- Adaptive/therapeutic horsemanship lessons (mounted and ground)
- Equine-assisted psychotherapy
- Horse Warriors and equine-facilitated psychotherapy for veterans and EMS
- Timeless Tails program for seniors
- Mobile miniature horse visits
- Horsemanship summer camp (ages 7 to 12)
- Recreational lessons
- Team building
- Children and adults with special needs or disabilities
- People with emotional, behavioral or learning challenges
- At-risk youth
- Veterans and active duty military
- EMS and emergency personnel
- Seniors and senior living communities
- People who have experienced trauma
More about this center
About the Program
The farm's adaptive riding and horsemanship lessons are taught by a trained therapeutic riding instructor, in the saddle or on the ground. Private lessons run about 30 minutes and group lessons about 55 minutes, in weekly 6-week series. Mounted riders must be under 160 lbs unsupported or 140 lbs supported, with weight verified on the Physician's Form.
Equine-assisted psychotherapy is ground-based, with no riding, and is led by a licensed therapist and a certified equine specialist through the farm's partner, The Jenkins Creative Counseling Center. It is open to ages 7 and up and, according to the website, may be covered by insurance through the therapy partner.
Veterans, active duty military and EMS personnel can join Horse Warriors, a horsemanship and equine-assisted learning program, or equine-facilitated psychotherapy at no cost. Riding is offered but not required. For seniors, the Timeless Tails program offers grooming and time with the horses for groups of four or more, and the farm's two miniature horses can visit retirement communities and assisted living centers.
The Horses and Staff
Executive Director Janna Griggs is listed as a certified instructor (CTRI) and Equine Specialist in Mental Health. Julie Brown is also an Equine Specialist in Mental Health, and Adele Burnside is a riding instructor. The farm describes itself as a PATH Intl. accredited facility. Its herd page lists eight horses, including Norwegian Fjords, a Haflinger and two miniature horses, plus a donkey named Lulu.
Getting Started
Families complete the online application and a doctor-signed Physician's Form, then have a phone interview before an evaluation. One-time rides and trail rides are not offered. The Hoben family founded the farm in 2000 and later moved it to private land in south Rowan County.
Location
Saving Grace Farm is at 725 Jackson Rd, Salisbury, NC 28146, on private property in south Rowan County. The farm says it serves Rowan, Cabarrus, Stanly, Iredell and Davidson counties. Walk-ins are not accepted, so call ahead to arrange a visit or farm tour.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How much do lessons cost?
The website lists adaptive/mounted lessons at $50 per lesson and Ground Lessons for Life at $40 per lesson. Scholarships are available, and families who need help with the cost can call 704-209-6577.
Are veteran programs free?
Yes. The farm says its programs for veterans, active duty military and EMS personnel are offered at no cost, by appointment, on an ongoing basis for at least one month.
What ages does the farm serve?
The farm says it serves ages 4 and up. Equine-assisted psychotherapy is for ages 7 and up, and horsemanship camp is for ages 7 to 12.
Location
Salisbury, North Carolina 28146
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.