SCV Nonprofit Spotlight
Carousel Ranch
Denise Tomey, Executive Director
2004
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Carousel Ranch
34289 Rocking Horse Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91390-3482
Phone (661) 268-8010
Carousel Ranch is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing developmental therapeutic and recreational programs for disabled and disadvantaged children through horses. Established in July of 1997, this exciting concept in equestrian therapy combines vaulting (gymnastics on a moving horse) and theraputic riding (both English and Western), resulting in an exceptional goal orientated program for special needs children.
The goals and benefits are different for every child, depending on their individual needs. The movement of the horse causes an inherent response from the child, relaxing muscles that are tight, increasing tone in muscles that are weak, building balance, coordination and control, which in turn enables children to use hands and arms, sit, stand and walk.
