To serve individuals with physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities and hardship by providing equine-assisted services to empower, inspire, nurture and succeed.
Southern Reins Center for Equine Therapy was founded in 2015 in the greater Memphis area. Now calling Eads, Tennessee home, the organization serves people with disabilities and hardship throughout the greater Mid-South.
Jill Haag, Executive Director states, “our adaptive riding program is offered to individuals five years of age or older, and occupational therapy incorporating Hippotherapy, which may be reimbursable by insurance, is offered to individuals two years of age or older.
Southern Reins equine-assisted services are designed to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and hardship including down syndrome, autism, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, amputation, cognitive and physical disabilities, trauma, and more. Their programs provide access and inclusion, foster compassion and caring, and encourage goal achievement and personal growth for their patients.
“Every day we witness the powerful and miraculous ways horses help our participants overcome obstacles and challenges. With every interaction, they encourage people to feel their emotions. With every step, they help individuals achieve new milestones toward improving their strength and stamina. With every stride, they build confidence, break through boundaries, and deliver unmatched joy and achievement,” Jill says while describing the effects she sees on their patients and clients.
To learn more about Southern Reins and their programs visit: www.southernreins.org
Executive Director:
Jill Haag
Serving:
Greater Memphis, Tennessee Area
Founded:
2015
Therapies:
PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Center, offering Physical, Occupational, Hippotherapy, and Mental Health Counseling
