It was recommended by our OT that we look into Hippo Therapy for both Marcus and Macey. I asked, What's Hippo Therapy? I was told it was therapeutic horse back riding that would be good for the kids. It could help strengthen their core and balance too. God has truly blessed us with wonderful therapists who are looking out for the best interest of both kids. This was an opportunity I needed to pursue. Once she suggested the place, Coffee Creek Riding Stables I had an immediate flashback. This facility is only 1 mile from my childhood home. I actually volunteered there as a teenager many years ago. I just didn't know that when I was helping kids with special needs learn horseback riding that this was called Hippo Therapy. I was excited to call the director Joy and remind her who I was and that I now have two children that could use their services. It was an enjoyable conversation. Who would have thought that all those years ago the Lord was planting a seed in my heart for children with special needs of my own. I had no idea at the time. We went for our evaluation and introduced the kids to the horses. Macey did not like brushing the horses mane, too close for her. She didn't mind getting to ride the horse once she was on top of him. Marcus liked it all. Joy noticed that Taylor, who is now 14 was of the age that she too could volunteer during class time. This was way weird for me. My daughter was standing there in the same place I was many years ago. She couldn't be old enough to be there assisting other child like I did during my summer as a teenager. This moment truly brought things full circle. I knew we were in the right place at the right time. I am grateful for Joy and the many volunteers that staff the Coffee Creek Riding Stables. We will continue to enjoy our sessions each and every time we're able to attend. This is a meaninful, non-profit organization that has been serving the needs of the community for over 30 years at no cost to the students who attend. This facility is able to run solely on donations and volunteers. Please pray for Joy and the volunteers as they serve the Lord by investing in our children and the many others just like them.
www.coffeecreek.org
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Oh the memories, it brought back so many for me personally and tears to my eyes. WOW - that is so exciting for them and you! Ms. Fancy and Joy are truly a Gift from God, they are amazing and wonderful people along with their stables. Enjoy your time at Coffee Creek w/the kiddos while they receive thearpy, how fun!!
XOXO to each of you,
Aunt Tara and Family
I volunteered for hippo! it was awesome! also, maceys new specs are SO CUTE!
Awww...they look so cute! I showed Jordan the pictures of M & M on the horses and he got so excited and said, "Naaaa, naaaa" you know, the sound a horse makes! I am so excited for M & M and can't wait until I get the chance to take them to hippo therapy myself! Woo Hoo!!! ~ Love Aunt Jennifer (((HUGS)))
This is wonderful! I had looked into hippotherapy for Alex but all of the places around us are really expensive and aren't covered by insurance. It's awesome that you have a place so close to home and it's free!
This is also a United Way recipiant. If you like me are needing to make a commitment at work you can put them down as your recipiant & help assure that Macy & Marcus will have this place to go. I toured the facility a couple of years ago as part of the States campaign. It is very amazing.
Those kids are getting so many great opportunities! Just a few months ago they were in institutions with no hope of much of a life..... Wow. God has done amazing things in their little lives..... They are precious in HIS sight:)
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