Georgian Riding Association for Challenged Equestrians
Record #:
GBA1757
Last Modified:
08 Oct 2024
Last Full Update:
06 Oct 2022
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 519-372-2721 |
| info@graceriding.ca | |
| Website | www.graceriding.ca |
| Social Media | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2354201488145667/about Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacknathanhealth/ |
| Primary Contact | Aunalea Cruickshank, Program Advisor; Phone: 519-371-6539; Email: kemblehorses@gmail.com |
Addresses and Location
| Site Location | North Grey (across from drive in) |
| Located In Community | Owen Sound |
| Address | Wicklen Stables, 223047 Grey Road 17B Owen Sound, ON Canada N4K 5N7 |
| Intersection | Grey Rd 17 and Grey Rd 17B |
| Mailing Address | PO Box 992 Owen Sound, ON Canada N4K 6H6 |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
Description
| Description (Service) | Provides therapeutic horseback riding lessons for challenged children and adults in Grey and Bruce Counties Certified instructors and physiotherapists tailor individual programs to meet the rider's specific needs whether it be physical, behavioural, speech, or occupational Other aspects of therapeutic riding involve socialization, recreation, outdoor activity, integration of people and animals, the challenge of sport, and the learning of useful skills, which include care and responsibility for an animal Facility offers an indoor arena, lounge and well trained horses Volunteer opportunities available as instructors, safety walkers and assistants. Time commitment is a minimum of 2 hrs, 1 evening a week. Call or email office for more information |
Service Details
| Hours | Call for information Dates: Apr-Nov |
| Dates | Apr-Nov |
| Areas Served | Bruce County ; Grey County |
| Eligibility | Individuals who require therapeutic riding |
| Application | Call for information |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Membership ; Service ; Set fees, call for details |
Administration
| Alternate Name | GRACE |