We want to share comments we hear about our program and the effect it has on not only the riders but their families.

"HORSES [ARI] has been one of the most beneficial and valuable additions for our special ed students this year. The trainers and consultants are unbelievably patient, understanding, and perceptive with the students, we couldn't have asked for a better team. They are able to modify the program according to our students various levels." - Mary Rankin Special Education Teacher Silverton High School

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"Katherine is doing as well as can be expected and much credit is given to you for developing that ‘natural seat’ and Nathan wow . . he has astonished us all, grooming and helping to put on tack - Thanks for all you did for us." -  A Mother

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"[The experience] gave me strong and powerful examples and success stories that show what is possible in this field. I am now able to come up with new ideas and be creative. This program made me more confident that I am able to make changes in my country." - Bahrain Delegate

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"All the therapy in my daughter’s life has not achieved the results that 30 minutes of riding has done for her." - A Mother 

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" We love Adaptive Riding. David made such strides that he accomplished all of his OT goals!! His balance, coordination and fine motor work are much improved." - A Parent

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"Their riding staff/volunteers are highly trained in the needs of the people with disabilities." - Debbie Timmins, CTRS

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"A society can be judged by the efforts its members make to include all people as full participants and contributors in that society. You set an example for the entire state a today [we] salute you. Thank you for making Oregon special." - Past Governor Neil Goldschmidt

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"These students reap a multitude of benefits. This generalizes to their daily life. They have improved self-esteem as a result of feeling good about their ability to ride a horse (when they are so often unable to do other daily tasks in life." "The magic moments are why I recommend the Adaptive Riding Institute for anyone with a disability. The staff, and their horses, focus on each client's abilities and bring out their best." - Judy Fevec PT Willamette ESD