Hidden Acres Therapeutic Riding Center

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Hidden Acres Mission Statement

We are dedicated to improving the minds, bodies, and spirits of children and adults with physical, developmental, and emotional challenges through the benefits of therapeutic riding and equine-assisted activities.

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9th Annual Night of Caring

For any inquiries email us at info@hiddenacrestrc.org

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Upcoming Event

Sunday, May 23, 2021 Centennial Picnic Gala

We hope you can join us for our Centennial Picnic Gala on May 23, 2021 at Hidden Acres Farm, 45 Gabriel Drive, Naugatuck, CT 06770.

Covid-19 has us thinking outside the box and the farm is the perfect place for social distancing while enjoying a fun and exciting event. Prizes will be awarded to the most creative and elegant picnic vignettes…

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Hidden Acres Farm is Celebrating Our 100th Anniversary Year and the 1st Decade as a Therapeutic Riding Center. Learn More

The farm is open and following all current CDC and State COVID-19 guidelines. 

Please contact us for program information or to speak to our staff. Thank you for your continued support. 

Currently Seeking Therapy Horse

Do you know of a horse that would be a perfect fit for our programs?
Hidden Acres Therapeutic Riding Center, located on 80 acres in Naugatuck CT, is in search of a horse to join our therapy herd. We are a private nonprofit 501-3C providing equine assisted therapies and activities to children and adults with special needs, disabilities and mental health challenges. The members of our therapy herd are considered full partners in the therapeutic process and as such are respected team members who are afforded the best possible care. Our horses receive regular equine massage, saddle fitting, veterinary care, specialty shoeing if necessary and constant assessment of their physical and mental health. All horses have daily turn out on large grass pastures.
The horse we seek should possess the following characteristics:
• 5-17 yrs. old
• 14-15.3 hands
• Sound
• Finished W/T/C
• Calm, easy-going temperament
• Suitable for beginner riders
We are interested in all of the following: donation, free lease or horses available for purchase. You can be assured of an excellent home for your horse, whose contribution will be highly valued. In free lease situations, owners are welcome to remain in contact and continue riding their horse outside of the therapy schedule. Horses in our herd typically engage in eight or less therapeutic lessons per week. A 30-90 day assessment and training period is necessary before accepting a horse into our program. Hidden Acres provides all necessary care except for major emergency care during assessment period regardless of whether the horse is accepted into program.
Please email Rebecca: rcaruso@hiddenacrestrc.org or call/text: 203-516-8380 for more information.
 

We are Hiring!

We are hiring! Part-Time Director of Development Needed!

Hidden Acres Therapeutic Riding Center has an immediate opening for a part-time Development Director. The Director of Development is responsible for maintaining development operations for our mission driven non-profit (501-C3) organization by achieving fundraising goals and communications promoting the center.

Duties will include maintaining and expanding current funding sources, as well as developing new sources of income from individuals, foundations, corporate sponsorships, grant opportunities and fundraising events. The position reports directly to the Executive Director. Experience with Donor Perfect a plus. 25 hours per week (5 hours per day three days per week in office; remaining time flexible including from home).

Please send resume, writing samples and references to: info@hiddenacrestrc.org. Attention: Director of Development Ad.

For more information about us and our mission, please visit our website: hiddenacrestrc.org

We are hiring! Part-Time Path Certified Riding Instructor with Saturday availability a must.

Our Programs

Therapeutic Riding
This program may be appropriate for children and adults working toward physical, educational, social, emotional or sensory goals.
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Unmounted Horsemanship
This course focuses on participants gaining skills related to horse care and handling as well as stable upkeep.
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Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL)
The focus of equine-assisted learning is on life skills development. Participants may take part in many of the same equine activities as above whether ground work, riding or carriage driving.
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Therapeutic Carriage Driving
Therapeutic Carriage Driving may consist of ground driving, carriage driving, or both. Participants learn to bond and connect with their equine partner and communicate clearly through rein and voice aids.
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203-723-0633
Hidden Acres Therapeutic Riding Center
45 Gabriel Drive
Naugatuck, CT 06770