CHAPS Equine Assisted Therapy
Children, Horses and Adults in PartnerShip (CHAPS) is dedicated to serving our community through Equine Assisted Services (EAS). CHAPS is a safe place to learn, grow and heal.
Mission
Our Mission is to provide high quality equine therapies for youth, adults and veterans with physical, mental, social and/or psychological disabilities.
Vision
Our Vision is for CHAPS to be known as a place of empowerment for children, adults and veterans with special needs.
Values
Consideration for our participants' needs above all else. Transparency and accountability in all business dealings. Fair, ethical and humane action toward all humans and equines
Children, Horses and Adults in PartnerShip (CHAPS) is dedicated to helping individuals in our community learn, grow and
heal through Equine Assisted Services. Our goal is to serve all who come to us. CHAPS works with
people with a variety of diagnoses; from autism to PTSD and many in between.
Sheridan Chamber of Commerce Key Service Award Nominee - 2018
Best of Sheridan Award - Social Services Organization Winner - 2019
Upcoming Events
Pony Prevention in Collaboration with UpRising - August TBD
This is a children's program developed by CHAPS and UpRising to help youth understand key concepts
that can lower their risk of abuse and exploitation. Participants will take part in a 2.5 hour experience where they
will interact with horses and play fun games that build their skills and understanding of Consent, Healthy Boundaries
Healthy/Unhealthy Relationships and Identifying Red Flags.
4th Annual Tournament of Knights - July 31, 2021
Renaissance Faire, petting zoo, children's activities, food
Joust featuring the Knights of Mayhem
Seeking Vendors/Artisans for the Faire - Click here for the vendor application
E-Newsletters
January 2020 February 2020 March 2020 April 2020 May 2020 June 2020 July 2020 August 2020 September 2020 October 2020 November 2020 December 2020
January 2021 February 2021 March 2021 April 2021 May 2021 June 2021
Youth & Adults
Veterans
Virtual Learning
Check out the great learning activities we have been working on! The cross word and word search puzzles will automatically download. Print them off and enjoy!
Puzzles - New ones added each week!
Grounding/Stress Relief Exercise
This is a free resource, but you need to create a login. This is a collaboration of equine centers from all over the country. Have fun and enjoy!
Through a variety of programs, CHAPS works to enrich lives and facilitate learning, growth and healing. Volunteer or donate today!
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Proud holder of the Platinum Seal of Transparency from Guidestar
Premiere Accredited Center
We are a Premier Accredited Center with the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH), a global authority and advocate for equine-assisted activities and therapies that inspire and enrich the human spirit.
