Jeanice Lee talks to Monica Dodge, Executive Director of Horses of Hope Oregon. Dodge describes what equine assisted therapy is and how their programs help build muscle strength, balance, coordination brain activity and flexibility. Dodge says they serve people 2 – 84 yrs old who face physical, cognitive, emotional and/or behavioral challenges. Dodge says their team works with people to determine what type of sessions will best meet their needs and achieve goals. Horses of Hope Oregon is the longest equine assisted therapy program in the state of Oregon. To volunteer or learn more about their programs call 503-743-3890 or visit (HorsesOfHopeOregon.org)
Original airdate: 3/5/2023
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Jeanice joined EMF in 2009 and she covers Southern California, N Oregon, Washington State, and Hawai'i, including major markets Seattle, Portland, and Los Angeles.
