About
improves quality of life through equine-based therapy to physically, mentally, and socially/emotionally challenged individuals. Their unique program integrates academic, social, and physical skills, using the horse as a catalyst. Located in Rockford, MI, Equest offers a variety of programs, including Therapeutic Riding, Horsemanship, Day Camp, Sensory Riding, Trail Horses for Heroes, Vocational & Job Training, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Equine Program, Adaptive Carriage Driving, Equine Assisted Reading & Literacy Program, Horses as Healers, and Senior Saturdays. Their experienced instructors are trained and certified by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) International, and their horses are individually evaluated and trained to be kind and gentle companions to their riders.
Insurance & payment
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Services & specialties
Therapeutic Riding
Transports individuals with physical, mental, social, and emotional disabilities into a new, unexplored world, providing a sense of independence and freedom.
Horsemanship
Combines instruction in traditional horsemanship skills with concepts of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and social/emotional therapies.
Day Camp
A program designed for individuals with physical, mental, social, and emotional disabilities to experience the benefits of equine-based therapy in a fun and educational environment.
Sensory Riding
A program designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with sensory processing disorders, providing a calming and therapeutic experience.
Trail Horses for Heroes
A program that provides equine-based therapy to veterans and first responders, helping them to cope with the physical and emotional challenges of their service.
Vocational & Job Training
A program that provides individuals with physical, mental, social, and emotional disabilities with the skills and training they need to pursue employment and independence.