High Hopes is one of the oldest and largest therapeutic riding centers in the United States, operating since 1974 and accredited by NARHA (formerly the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association) since 1979. High Hopes primarily serves the citizens of Southeastern Connecticut, delivering more than 8,200 horsemanship lessons per year to children and adults with disabilities. Assisted by over 590 volunteers and a herd of 24 horses specifically trained for therapeutic riding, High Hopes is committed to providing the highest quality of services to the community. Of the more than 800 programs that are members of NARHA, High Hopes is one of only 6 centers in the United States approved by NARHA to provide their training courses in therapeutic riding instruction and has trained instructors from all over the world. High Hopes is located at 36 Town Woods Road, Old Lyme, CT 06371.

Each year, our volunteers contribute over 36,000 hours to make Equine Assisted Activities possible for over 1,800 participants.

As we approach Volunteer Appreciation Week, April 19 – 25, 2011, High Hopes staff would like to thank our volunteers for your many contributions. This could not be done without your dedication, spirit, love and commitment. Thank you, Volunteers!

For more information about High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. educational programs, services and volunteering, please visit our website at www.highhopestr.org.