Care for the Caregiver – Double care…one stop
Care for the Caregiver is here. While your child is in therapy at Shining Hope Farms, you can now use that time to care for your own mental health with a licensed counselor—right here on-site. It’s convenient, covered by insurance (including Medicaid), and designed just for you.
Now Accepting Clients for the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)
We’re excited to offer a rare opportunity for pediatric clients to participate in the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), a powerful short-term listening therapy designed to improve nervous system regulation. This evidence-based approach supports children and teens experiencing anxiety, sensory sensitivities, trauma, ADHD, and autism, among other diagnoses. Openings are limited—learn how SSP can help your child feel more calm, connected, and engaged in therapy.
Celebrating Excellence: Kelly Coney-Pacious Named AHA Therapist of the Year 2024
We are thrilled to celebrate our Clinical Director, Kelly Coney-Pacious, who has been honored with the American Hippotherapy Association’s Therapist of the Year Award 2024! Recognized for her exceptional patient care and dedication to advancing hippotherapy, Kelly’s impact reaches far beyond Shining Hope Farms. From mentoring future therapists to serving on the AHA Board of Directors, Kelly continues to shape the field and transform lives through the power of equine-assisted therapy. Read more about her inspiring journey and well-deserved recognition.
Kai’s Journey: Triumphs and Transformation at Shining Hope Farms
Explore Kai’s inspiring journey from overcoming challenges to scoring unexpected triumphs through therapeutic riding at Shining Hope Farms. His story highlights the transformative power of our program, revealing the profound impact it has on individuals like Kai. Join us in celebrating these remarkable stories at Shining Hope Farms!
Boosting Horse Health with Smart Earth Camelina Oil: A Game-Changer for Shining Hope Farms
One year ago, a horse named Red came to us in poor condition. He needed some extra care and attention, especially before becoming a therapy horse, and so our barn manager Cindy started searching on the internet for a good oil supplement to help him. She wanted something to help him gain weight, be shelf stable and offer other types of supplements to help him be the best that he could be. That’s when she found Smart Earth Camelina Oil.