executive director – amy cline path instructor – morgan matteson 1925 e logsden rd, siletz 97380...

BRIGHT HORIZONS THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER

Executive Director – Amy ClinePATH Instructor – Morgan Matteson

1925 E Logsden Rd, Siletz 97380541-961-4156

Bright Horizons History

Founded in 2004 A 501(c) (3) Non-profit organization Member of the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horseman, Intl’ – P.A.T.H. A dedicated Board of Directors, staff and

volunteers Our instructor, Morgan Matteson, is a

P.A.T.H. Certified instructor who also holds a degree in Therapeutic Riding

Our Mission:

To improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of individuals

and their families though therapeutic equestrian activities, built on professionalism and trust,

with a focus on community education, communication and

teamwork

Our Facility Our Barn and Offices are located at

Walker Farms, 2 mi. east of Siletz at 1925 E Logsden Rd.

We have a 12 stall Barn, a 100’ X 100’ covered arena, an outdoor arena and sensory trail course

We have a heated viewing room and spectator seating

We are accessible We welcome visitors during our classes

Where We Live

Our Therapy Horses

Our horses have been donated to us or they are leased from private parties

Extensive Evaluation /Training 30/60 day trial period We follow standards set by

P.A.T.H. Intl Temperament, gait, health,

soundness

Currently we have 6 horses forour use

Our Herd

Our Riders Children and adults - Ages 3 to

93

Able bodied and special needs

Autism Cerebral palsy Development delay Stroke Down’s syndrome Multiple sclerosis Arthritis PTSD Amputees

Head & spinal cord injury

Attention-deficit disorder

Visual/hearing disorder

Muscular dystrophy Vision /Hearing

Impaired

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Riders of all Abilities can be Accommodated

Benefits of Equine-Assisted Therapy

Based on beneficial movement of horse Three dimensional pattern emulates walking Soothing rhythm, strength, and warmth Simulates Psychomotor Responses

Promotes: Muscle tone Core Strength Motor Skills Flexibility Coordination Balance Improved cognitive and sensory function

More Benefits of Riding

Improved Posture Improve Range of Motion Improve Hand to Eye Coordination Reduces Spasticity in many cases Promotes Faster Reflexes Improve Language skills Improved Social Skills Tremendous Sense of Freedom Independence and Trust Builds Self-confidence and Self-Esteem BESIDES IT IS FUN!

Not to mention self-confidence, self-esteem, freedom and independence!

How Can you Help? Recommend us to your clients Recommend us to your Friends Come give us a try yourselves Sponsor a horse

Provide Feed/Bedding Vet care / Farrier Care

Sponsor a Rider Give to our Scholarship Fund or an specific rider

Volunteer Join our Team

Make a donation Any Amount Helps!

Contact Info

Amy Cline – Executive Directoramy@brighthorizonsriding.org

Morgan Matteson – Head Instructormorgan@brighthorizonsriding.org

General Information

info@brighthorizonsriding.org

Bright Horizons Therapeutic Riding

CenterP.O. Box 565

Siletz, OR 97380

(541)-961-4156

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