There are more than 400,000 children in the US foster care without a permanent place to live. These children are more at risk of becoming incarcerated , pregnant, addicted to drugs , and dependents of state benefits . These children , unfortunately , repeat the cycle of their parents , and we see their children enter the system as well.
Ending this treacherous cycle begins with each individual child . Meeting with them where they are at, and understanding their experience, and developing their self worth , sense of purpose , decision making , executive functioning and self regulations skills.
We will be launching our pilot program this January . This is a weekly mentorship program where foster and adopted children achieve individualized life goals through Equine Assisted Learning (EAL). The model utilizes volunteer mentors to facilitated EAL sessions. Bringing horses and these children together, in a one-on-one mentorship program allows the child to build life skills that will aid them in transitioning into a healthy adulthood.
Ending this treacherous cycle begins with each individual child . Meeting with them where they are at, and understanding their experience, and developing their self worth , sense of purpose , decision making , executive functioning and self regulations skills.
We will be launching our pilot program this January . This is a weekly mentorship program where foster and adopted children achieve individualized life goals through Equine Assisted Learning (EAL). The model utilizes volunteer mentors to facilitated EAL sessions. Bringing horses and these children together, in a one-on-one mentorship program allows the child to build life skills that will aid them in transitioning into a healthy adulthood.