Welcome to Milestones!
Milestones is a nationally accredited, not for profit, organization. Our
mission:
productive member of the community by building independence,
self-confidence, and social skills in a fun, loving environment.
Why Therapeutic Horseback Riding?
The benefits, physical, cognitive, and psychological, are unique to
horseback riding. Therapeutic horseback riding is an invaluable
supplement to traditional therapies
Psychological and Behavioral Benefits:
Physical Benefits:
Milestones is a nationally accredited, not for profit, organization. Our
mission:
- To improve cognitive, physical, and psychological function
- To nurture the emotional health of our members
- All through therapeutic horseback riding activities
productive member of the community by building independence,
self-confidence, and social skills in a fun, loving environment.
Why Therapeutic Horseback Riding?
The benefits, physical, cognitive, and psychological, are unique to
horseback riding. Therapeutic horseback riding is an invaluable
supplement to traditional therapies
Psychological and Behavioral Benefits:
- Teaches trust through the rider/horse bond
- Teaches problem solving skills
- Increases self-confidence and self-discipline
- Teaches patience
- Enhances decision making skills
- Increases the ability to focus and stay on task
- Provides an increase in self-esteem and pride
- Instills a sense of accomplishment
Physical Benefits:
- Improves balance, posture, and strengthens muscles
- Improves coordination
- Improves range of motion
- Replicates a muscle movement pattern similar to walking
- Stimulates the vestibular, nervous and circulatory systems
| 12372 Riggs Road Independence, KY 41051 Phone: 859-694-PONY (7669) Email: mail@milestonesinc.org |
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