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OUR MISSION

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To support the growth and well-being of all individuals, including those with special needs, by providing equine-assisted services (EAS) in a safe, compassionate, and professional environment.

WITH HORSES, MAKING FORWARD STRIDES

Horsemanship

Learning

Therapy

“My son has Autism Spectrum Disorder, as a family we felt hopeless as to where to turn for resources to help him get the services he needed to reach his full potential.  The programs at Shepard Meadows have
been life changing.”

Shepard Meadows is a very special place. We are unique in our programming, providing a variety of services to meet individual needs in a non-traditional and innovative way. Our services are important and often life-changing, all in partnership with our therapy horses. Our vision is to bring the peace and tranquility of our farm into the lives of our participants and their families who visit us. Program revenue is one-third of the actual cost of running the farm and caring for our therapy herd. We couldn't operate without the help of individual donors and foundational support. Your support is important to us. Please consider donating today!

Your gift makes an everlasting difference!

Upcoming Events

Winter Program

Begins Monday, January 5

Winter Session runs for 6 weeks. Registration is on-going, call 860-314-0007, x 102 or email us.​

Holiday Horsemanship

Tuesday & Wednesday,

Dec 30th & 31st

10:00 am-2:00 pm

Spend winter break at our all-inclusive unmounted horsemanship experience! Learn about nutrition, stable management, hoof care, and more.

Volunteer Training

Saturday, January 10th

8:00 - 10:30 am

For new applicants.

8:00 am -10:30 am. Visit our Volunteer Page for more information.

Equine Care Winter Series

Tuesdays

January 27th, February 10th, February 24th

5:30-7:00 pm

Join us for our three-part series on caring for horses in winter! Each talk will cover a different topic and will have hands-on time as well. Come to 1, 2, or all 3!

Winter Equine

Gestalt Retreat

Friday, February 20th

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

You’re invited to a workshop to celebrate the New Year with an opportunity to look back and reflect on 2025, and to look forward with and into your vision for 2026. This small group will help guide you on your purposeful path.

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Contact Us

ADDRESS

733 Hill Street

Bristol, CT 06010

EIN: 32-0155596

PHONE

(860) 314-0007

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Please reach out to us if you want more information on our programs and services or if you have any general inquiries, including donations, planned giving, volunteering, etc.

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Accreditations & Affiliations

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This website was made possible by grants from:

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