The Eastern North Carolina Therapeutic Riding Center is the first of its kind in

Eastern North Carolina. We take what the North American Riding for the

Handicapped Association is doing a step further, to provide a resource for

children with mental, emotional, socioeconomic, and physical disadvantages.

Our programs combine Equine Facilitated Learning with Equine Assisted

Therapy to support a broad spectrum of clients in overcoming psychological,

emotional, social, and physical challenges. We welcome all children!

At ENCTRC we provide:

• physical and therapeutic programs for children of all ages
• after school programs for children 8-18
• day camps
• riding lessons
• education in the care and maintenance of companion animals
• mentoring
• and a lot of TLC 
  

Currently our programs are geared toward "at risk" youth, with a concentration

on children who are victims of abuse. Our participants are given the opportunity
to experience and enjoy all facets of life on the farm while learning valuable life
lessons. Without your donation, these special services might not be possible.

A message from our founder:
"It truly is amazing to see the eyes of a child light up, to observe tensions easing,
muscles relaxing, and to witness a child come to life through interaction with

animals who love unconditionally. The transformation in children who are victims

of abuse, who are withdrawn and trapped in pain, can be phenominal. Also, the

physical and psychological limitations of children of abuse, and those afflicted

with physical disabilities, can be dramatically improved or eliminated through

EFL (Equine Facilitated Learning).There are countless children who could be

served through our innovative programs. The experience a child takes from 

ENCTRC lasts a lifetime."                                              J H Turner, Founder

Terra Schaad of Arizona State University’s Alternative Intervention Research

Clinic (ASU-AIRC) says, "During eight weeks of equine therapy, the children

learn to interact with the horses. They learn lessons in safety and grooming.

Beyond the equestrian skills, they learn to control the horse, the situation and,

ultimately, themselves."

Individuals with the following disabilities commonly participate and benefit from

equine facilitated therapy and activities:

•  Muscular Dystrophy
•  Cerebral Palsy
•  Visual Impairment
•  Down Syndrome
•  Mental Retardation
•  Autism
•  Multiple Sclerosis
•  Spina Bifida
•  Emotional Disabilities
•  Brain Injuries
•  Spinal Cord Injuries
•  Amputations
•  Learning Disabilities
•  Attention Deficit Disorder
•  Deafness
•  Cardiovascular accident/Stroke

Please consider a charitable donation today? Your contribution helps provide

services for children of all backgrounds.

Your donation is the gift of life for a child. Please consider sponsoring a child for
$25, $50, $100 or an amount of your choice.