The Deep Blue Ridge: Army veteran says his wife and horse saved his life
Read full article: The Deep Blue Ridge: Army veteran says his wife and horse saved his lifeA local army veteran is hoping his fight against PTSD through equine therapy inspires other veterans and their families to always find ways to never give up on life.
‘Don’t give up, just keep moving forward’: Local wounded warrior with a contagious smile
Read full article: ‘Don’t give up, just keep moving forward’: Local wounded warrior with a contagious smileThe road to recovery since that fateful day has been hard, but part of his healing is horseback riding – something that wasn’t easy at first.
‘Healing Strides of Virginia’ employees, volunteers work to help veterans
Read full article: ‘Healing Strides of Virginia’ employees, volunteers work to help veteransGiving back and being part of something bigger than themselves – those are just some of the reasons why employees and volunteers of Healing Strides of Virginia love what they do.
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Healing Strides sees increased need for therapy services during pandemic
Read full article: Healing Strides sees increased need for therapy services during pandemicThats never been more true than right now for Healing Strides of Virginia. The horse is totally accepting, said Carol Young, Healing Strides CEO. I think these are just completely unprecedented times in the mental health field, said Kyle Calhoun, Healing Strides Clinical Director. With an increase in people turning to equine therapy, the nonprofit just hired Calhoun, a mental health specialist. If youre interested in donating to Healing Strides of Virginia, click here.
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Healing Strides hosts Horse Safaris" to keep people, animals connected
Read full article: Healing Strides hosts Horse Safaris" to keep people, animals connectedBOONES MILL, Va. Many right now are looking for something pleasant to escape to and thats where Healing Strides comes in. Healing Strides of Virginia is used to helping hundreds of people who face personal challenges. Right now pretty much everyone pretty much has a personal challenge, I havent met anybody that doesnt," Young said. During this tense time, Healing Strides is hosting Horse Safaris. Shari Winebarger's daughter Maci has been coming to Healing Strides for the past eight years.