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The Stable Scoop: Stories From Stable Friendships
Your Monthly Dose of Healing, Hope, and Horses
Stable Friendships Foundation
October 31, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes
Boo-Tiful Barn Event | Intern News | Ask The Therapist 2026
🎃Stable Smiles: Looking Back @ Halloween 2024
Our News
📣 Ask The Therapist Dates Returns
We’re thrilled to announce the return of our Ask the Therapist series in 2026!
We’ll kick things off on January 14th from 6:30–7:30 PM with “Hippotherapy 101.”
Hosted by Melissa Jarzynski, MSPT, HPCS, this session will explore:
• What hippotherapy is
• What it entails and how sessions work
• Who benefits most from this approach
• How to determine if your loved one may be a good fit
This is a wonderful opportunity for parents, caregivers, and professionals to deepen their understanding of how equine movement can support growth, healing, and connection.
We hope to see you there! 💙🐴
Click on the Photo to Register !
❓ Trivia Time ❓
Before tractors, horses powered much of America’s harvest.
On average, how many horses were needed to pull a mid-1800s plow team?
A) Two
B) Four
C) Six
D) Eight
* Scroll to the very bottom for the answer *
Future OTs in action! Richard and Sarah from PACE University joined us this fall to explore the healing power of nature and horses
🍂 Celebrating our Fall OT Students
This fall, we were lucky to welcome Richard and Sarah, Occupational Therapy students from PACE University, to the farm. They spent their Mondays and Saturdays alongside Laura Merino, OT, learning how to “practice outside the box” through our unique, nature-based approach.
Their curiosity, compassion, and willingness to learn brought such positive energy to every session. We’ve truly loved having them as part of our herd!
Richard shared this reflection about his time at the farm:
“During a moment with the pony standing still while the client brushed its hair, the serenity of the environment clicked with me with how holistic it all felt. A thought went through my mind, and it was: ‘This is truly therapeutic.’”
We couldn’t agree more, Richard. Wishing both of you continued success as you carry this experience into your careers!
Nic or Neigh; A Halloween Hit 🎃
Our annual Nic or Neigh celebration was a smashing success! Earlier this month, families joined us for an afternoon filled with pony parades, stall-to-stall trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, and plenty of smiles.
The barn was bursting with laughter, creativity, and connection — a true reflection of the community spirit that makes Stable Friendships so special.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us, and a special shoutout to Lynn from Hazel Nut Farm, who worked her decorating magic and made everyone feel right at home.
Until next year… we’ll be counting down the days to more treats, more laughter, and more Stable Friendships! 🐴🧡
Ways to Support Us
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Volunteer with us : We are always looking for dedicated volunteers to join our team. Whether you have experience with horses or prefer to support us in other ways, there are positions available for everyone
Online Donations : Your financial support helps us maintain our programs and reach more individuals in need. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a significant impact.
Saddle Up with Our Merchandise : We’re thrilled to offer Stable Friendships Foundation merchandise through Bonfire! Each purchase supports our mission, with proceeds going directly back to our program. Shop now and wear you support with pride!