Evansville Hoof Beats Therapeutic Riding to Host Open House

Hoof Beats Therapeutic Riding is preparing for its big open house, which will feature free lunch for veterans and a tour of the equine facilities.

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For the past few years, Hoof Beats Therapeutic Riding has been dedicated to improving the lives of veterans through equine-assisted activities. They offer these services free of charge, making a significant impact in our community. As someone with many family members who have served in our nation’s armed forces, I couldn't be more thrilled to see a mission like this in the tri-state area.

Hoof Beats Therapeutic Riding sessions promote life skills, emotional regulation, well-being, and improved psychosocial functioning for veterans coping with the physical and emotional wounds of war. According to the organization, there are over 13,000 veterans in Vanderburgh County. Additionally, one in four of those veterans suffers from PTSD.

How You Can Support Hoof Beats Therapeutic Riding

The organization pictured above was one of several I met this week at the 103rd West Side Nut Club Fall Festival during the WKDQ Fall Festival Booth Takeover. On Monday, October 7, I had the opportunity to spend time with Rachelle and Tracey, who were selling coffee and teas to raise funds for Hoof Beats Therapeutic Riding. If you would like to support their efforts, you can also stop by for refreshments during the festival at booth #16. Additionally, they have another event coming up next month for veterans and families interested in connecting with the organization.

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Evansville Hoof Beats Therapeutic Riding Open House

All are invited to check out Hoof Beats Therapeutic Riding facilities (including the horses) at an open house scheduled for November 13, 2024. The event will include a free lunch for veterans from MISSION BBQ and will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hoof Beats Therapeutic Riding is located at 428 S. Posey County Line Rd. in Evansville. You can follow the organization’s Facebook page for more updates.