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PATH ACCREDITED THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTERS

Located in Harvard & Poplar Grove, Illinois

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OPERATION MUSTANG

One of our many programs offered to veterans

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RECREATIONAL & CLINICAL SERVICES

Offered for children and adults with various diagnoses

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ALL VETERANS RIDE AT NO COST

Largest equine-based program in the nation for military veterans

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WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

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2021 BIKERS FOR BRAVEHEARTS MUSTANG RUN

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OUR VISION: BRAVEHEARTS ENVISIONS BEING THE PREMIER MODEL FOR CONNECTING HORSES
WITH PEOPLE AS A CATALYST FOR WELLNESS. EVERYONE WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO
DISCOVER HEALING HORSEMANSHIP THROUGH THE BRAVEHEARTS' MODEL.

History & Mission


OPERATION MUSTANG




WREX PART 1




VETERANS




WREX PART 3




“Not only do I have the chance to learn and work alongside an awesome group of
volunteers, but I have the honor of meeting the men and woman who have served in
our armed forces. Getting to know them, and to be a part of their journey week
to week, is an experience I hope all volunteers have the chance to be a part
of.” – Bridget H., Volunteer

 


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TESTIMONIALS

> “Being a member of the BraveHearts family is a life changing experience. All
> of us get so much more in return than we could ever possibly give.”

Kathy Allegretti, Board Member

> “Working with the Mustangs has been a rejuvenating of my mind, body, and soul.
> As a result of this interaction I have no longer needed a significant amount
> of pharmaceuticals. I have regained my sobriety and for the first time since
> the military I have thought about what the next 20 years of my life have in
> store for my family and I. Operation Mustangs has forever changed me and I am
> forever grateful.”

Mitchell Reno, US Army Veteran

> “I thank God for this place and for you people.”

Parent of Participant Parent Therapeutic Riding Participant

> “I am so grateful to have my husband back and to feel like a family again. I
> can not help but think of all the spouses and children around the country that
> could be helped from this great program. My husband has always meant the world
> to me and it is only because of Operation Mustang that he has truly come home.
> Thank you so much for all you have done for my family.”

-Veteran’s Wife Veterans Program, BraveHearts

> “The horses give him a motivation that traditional therapy had not been able
> to do and we have tried almost everything. And Jack rarely gets aggravated
> anymore when presented with a new task because movement is no longer as
> difficult for him and Jack wants to be there. Since beginning here with the
> horses, Jack is able to stand with assistance because he has better core
> control and keeps his head aligned and no longer extends backwards.”

Outpatient Clinic Parent of a Hippotherapy Participant

> “The round pen work changed me forever. Something broke inside me and gave me
> the chance to open myself up to horses and slowly to others.”

Participant

> “One of the most beneficial donations I can make.”

Donor

> “To say Winkie is a rockstar is such an understatement! In the midst of tack
> changes and rider changes, being surrounded by people and horses he had never
> met before and excitement that was overflowing at times, he was steady and
> responsive – doing his job with poise and majesty – helping each and every one
> of his riders strive for their very individual, very personal best. I had to
> choke back tears from time to time as I watched one rider after the next
> thrill with smiles and squeals of happiness and self-esteem…”

Ardie Willoughby Volunteer

> “It is such a blessing to get to see Gods plan from the front row.”

Meggan Hill-McQueeney President/COO, BraveHearts

> “I have learned so much from you and Paddy, and I know my leadership and
> confidence has really grown, and I look forward to each and every time I set
> foot in the barn. I look forward to another wonderful year.”

Karen Smith Volunteer

> “Even a bad day at BraveHearts is better than a good day working anywhere
> else!”

Terese Klinger, Occupational Therapist BraveHearts



WHO WE SERVE




CHILDREN & ADULTS

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MILITARY VETERANS & FAMILIES

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OUR SERVICES


VETERANS



The largest horse program in the nation for military veterans offering extensive
equine programs at no cost to the veteran and one member of his/her
family/caregiver. Services offered to veterans include: riding, ground
activities and working with mustangs.





THERAPY SERVICES



Physical, Occupational and Speech therapy is provided using hippotherapy (the
movement of the horse) as a treatment strategy by a licensed therapist. Equine
Assisted Psychotherapy, is implemented by a licensed social worker or
psychologist. These goals are therapy focused to meet the prescribed needs for
the participant.





THERAPEUTIC RIDING



An adaptive recreational service taught by a PATH International certified
instructor teaching horsemanship and riding skills to individuals with various
diagnoses.





SERVICE BENEFITS


VETERAN SERVICES



Equine services for veterans include emotional, cognitive, social and physical
benefits. Veterans at BraveHearts have reported benefits including: increased
self-esteem, decreased depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder
attacks and self-inflicting thoughts. As veterans increase their horsemanship
and involvement with BraveHearts additional opportunities including clinics with
world-renowned horsemen. Trail rides and horse shows are available for veterans
to participate in as well. Veteran services are provided at no cost to all
military veterans along with one family member or caregiver.





PHYSICAL, OCCUPATIONAL AND SPEECH THERAPY



Hippotherapy as a treatment strategy utilizes equine movement as part of an
integrated treatment plan and is implemented by a licensed physical,
occupational or speech therapist who is an American Hippotherapy Assciation,
Inc. Member Therapist or Hippotherapy Clinical Specialist. Horses provide
multidimensional movement, assisting in increased trunk strength, control and
balance. Benefits include increased range of motion, strength, balance, postural
control, endurance, fine motor control and sensory integration as well as
improved communication in those with communication disorders. BraveHearts also
has a fully equipped outpatient clinic for individuals interested in clinic-only
services. Physical, occupational and speech therapy may be billed through
insurance. Individuals must be 3 years or older to be on horseback while
individuals under 3 years of age can be seen in the clinic.





EQUINE-ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY (EAP)



EAP incorporates unmounted and mounted activities using therapy horses to help
participants of all ages. Participants explore what therapy horses can help
teach them about their own lives to help process thoughts, beliefs, and
behaviors that facilitate emotional healing. This approach can be beneficial for
individuals with various diagnoses including, but not limited to: anxiety
disorders, autism, childhood neglect/abuse, conduct disorder, depression, grief,
and loss, eating disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder. Equine-Assisted
Psychotherapy is provided by a licensed social worker and/or Psy.D. Insurance
may be billed as psychotherapy services.





THERAPEUTIC RIDING



In addition to increasing horsemanship and riding skills, therapeutic riding
provides emotional, cognitive, social and physical benefits. Participants must
be 4 years old to participate. As a recreational service, this is not covered
under insurance and is taught by a PATH Intl. certified instructor.





HELPFUL LINKS




LEARN HOW WE STARTED, OUR FAQ'S & ANNUAL REVIEWS

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LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR TEAM'S QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERTISE

Meet The Team


CALENDAR FOR OUR PARTICIPANTS, DONORS & VOLUNTEERS

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INFORMATION FOR CURRENT & NEW VOLUNTEERS

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Thank you to all of the photographers who have donated their time, talents and
artwork to BraveHearts. 
Tricia Lee Carzoli, Carrie Dodt Art, Dr. Rolf Gunnar, Jennifer Hazlewood, Peggy
Judd, Karen Marie Kerns, Lisa McQueeney, Living Images by Carol Walker , Laurel
Obee Photography, Diane Schrader Photography, Smits Photography & Design





HARVARD

7319 Maxon Rd, Harvard, IL 60033
815.943.8226



POPLAR GROVE

4950 Rte. 173, Poplar Grove, IL 61065
815.765.2113


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BraveHearts is a 501c3 nonprofit organization established in 2002

 

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