specialneeds

In this peaceful environment Hooves & Paws has evolved from its inceptions as simply a riding school to an opportunity by way of its ethos to be much more.

It is our belief that animals have a calming and therapeutic effect on people of all ages, we encourage our young clients to be actively aware of Health and Safety issues and to watch out for the safety of animals and each other, to absorb knowledge and to share it, to be as enthusiastic about others achievements as they are proud of their own.

As our regular clients support new clients and they all who wish to worked to support the groups we have learnt new terminologies, Peer education, Healthy lifestyle choices, responsible environment for awareness to develop, Value in the work and activities they take part in, all this building their Self Value,

Self Esteem and Confidence.

We have been working along side Social Services, Alternative to Care, Primary School with suport units and other orgonisations. During the past three years we have developed are facilities and skills to meet the needs of these Special people who have physical, mental, emotional & social challenges to face. We have achieved great success and satisfaction in these areas.

We are pleased to meet with other originations to whom our services may be benificial too.

If your School or organisation requires assistance to obtain funding to access this facility please contact us

Riding lessons provide,

practical experience, physical exercise with therapeutic & mental stimulation.

Stable Management course provides,

confidence, practical skills & essential Health & Safety knowledge when handling, caring for & working with horses.

TRSS awards

are an onward progression of education in the handling & care of horses providing sense of achievement, self confidence & self esteem.

TRSS. ABRS courses & training. SVQ apprenticeships provide,

further social acceptance & personal empowerment to embark on ones chosen career.

Work experience placement provides,

an opportunity for social interaction, increasing abilities in problem solving & decision making in a responsible environment.

Our programs are most successful,

when we work hand in hand with you tailoring our services to meet the needs of an individual or a group, developing a partnership with you to set realistic objectives & maximize the potential outcome of the program.

which should include

"Happy memories to take with you into adulthood"

Annual awards presentation provide

TRSS ABRS & our own official recognition of personal achievements through out the year, raising self esteem, self worth, social skills & interaction. Building relationships with other young people and staff, all this building self confidence.

Appraisals.

Please contact us if you wish further information from group leaders.

“I feel that this has been one of the most successful interventions we have used; this is mainly due to the commitment of Hooves and Paws the environment they have created and their knowledge and understanding of both the issues and teenagers in general. They have shown the kids that this is not just about business this is also about Jackie and Kelly's investment in them and the young people acknowledge and appreciate this”.

Group Leader. Alternative to Care.

“This group’s success is about far more than qualifications and riding ability being achieved. The life skills that the group have learned and the way they have matured and grown is due more to the nurturing environment of the stables and the feelings of value, love and belonging that the group get from the youth workers and Kelly and Jackie. These young people have been invested in and I am sure they will reap the rewards in the future. I look forward to continuing with this group and in giving other young people access to this opportunity.”