Healing Strides

02/10/2025

Our next veterans and first responders breakfast is next Friday (2/21) at 10a. Come enjoy a meal, meet some our our staff, take a tour and see for yourself the undeniable hope these horses give us all!

02/06/2025

Looking for a way to get involved?

✨ Volunteer your time
💛 Support our programs with a donation
🤝 Spread the word & be part of our mission

Let’s keep making a difference together!

02/03/2025

Leader training for our volunteers ... thanks Betsy!

02/02/2025

Congratulations to our IEA Riders who competed in IEA Regionals yesterday. This was the first year for these students to participate in IEA and they all qualified for regionals. Results: Hallie Dunstan finished 1st in Individual JV Novice over fences; Winni Ferguson finished 4th in Individual JV Novice over fences, and 2nd in the team JV Novice over fences; Samantha Winesett finished 4th in Individual JV Novice Flat, and 2nd in Team JV Novice Flat. Lacy Simpson finished 2nd in Individual JV WTC, and 2nd in Team JV WTC; and Gracie Cornwell finished 2nd in Individual Future WTC, and 2nd in Team Future WTC. Hallie and Gracie will get to continue on to IEA Zone Finals for a chance to qualify for the IEA National Horse Show.

02/01/2025

***BEST OF LUCK*** to our riders who compete in IEA Regionals today! Hallie Dunstan, Winnie Ferguson, Samantha Winesett, Lacy Simpson, and Gracie Cornwell!!!

01/31/2025

The weekend is close ... we can smell it!! 😂

01/29/2025

We're excited to be a part of the brand new "Buzz Live!" series which is designed to be a "Tonight Show for Nonprofits" with our friends from Buzz4good, United Way of Virginia's Blue Ridge and The Spot on Kirk. Our very own Carol Young will be on the February 13th episode that will stream LIVE on Facebook and Youtube and also air at a later date on Blue Ridge PBS. Set your reminders now!

Full details: https://buzz4good.com/event/buzz-live-2-13/

01/28/2025

At Healing Strides of Virginia, we’re all about creating meaningful moments with our amazing horses. 🐴 Whether it’s helping someone gain confidence, find peace, or just feel supported, we’re here to make a difference one stride at a time. 🌟

✨ What we offer:
🌿 Therapeutic Riding
💙 Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy
🤝 Programs for Veterans & First Responders

01/27/2025

Our cherished friends at 5Points Creative have always been wonderful supporters of Healing Strides. We were recently included in their "Branding Is2Be Aspirational" post and thank them for the kind words!

Jan 21, 2025 - Branding Is2Be Aspirational - Creativity & Problem Solving

01/24/2025

Did you know that healing can come with a mane, tail, and a whole lot of heart? 🐴💕 At Healing Strides in Boones Mill, VA, we’re not just about horses – we’re about HOPE!

Whether it’s empowering individuals through therapeutic riding, providing equine-assisted learning, or simply watching lives transform in the presence of these majestic animals, Healing Strides is here to make a difference. 🌟

01/22/2025

Seven years later and Greg Dunlap is still one of our volunteers and Lucas is still an avid rider ... love moments like these!

01/20/2025

Had fun visiting Penn Forest Elementary last week for their Career Day!

01/17/2025

Gotta keep the ol' footsies clean!

01/16/2025

This month's Veteran and First Responder Breakfast is tomorrow morning (1/17) at 10a ... Come meet fellow veterans and mingle with Healing Strides staff (human and equine!) There's an option to tour the facility as well.

01/13/2025

This week we're excited to visit Penn Forest Elementary School for their Career Day!

01/09/2025

Serving up some "horse comfort food" on this chilly day! 😂🐎

01/09/2025

Healing Strides will remain CLOSED today, Thursday January 9th. Our driveway and parking lot remain frozen and unsafe for the public.

We’re getting creative to break up the ice. Here’s some of our best icebreakers - leave yours in the comments! ⬇️

❄️ Describe your perfect snow day
❄️ What’s the best ice cream flavor?
❄️ If you had to be stranded on an island with one of our horses, which one would it be?

01/08/2025

Healing Strides will remain CLOSED today, Wednesday, January 8th. Due to the melting and refreezing overnight, our driveway is not safe for the public. We will update for tomorrow in the morning!