Mended Sparrow, Inc.

12/25/2024

Sending warm wishes to our military, veterans, first responders and their families 🎄🎅🏻🤶🏻🛷

12/15/2024

📣 NEW BOARD MEMBER!!📣

We are super excited to announce Christopher Ray has joined MSI’s Board of Directors! Let’s welcome him!

Christopher Ray has 37 years of experience in the fire service and currently serves as the EMS Supervisor and Tactical Medic Team Leader for Henrico County, Virginia. His career began at age 15 as a junior firefighter in Centerburg, Ohio, and he has since become a Nationally Registered Paramedic with over 20 years of service, including credentials as a Critical Care Paramedic. Christopher holds a bachelor’s degree in fire administration, an associate's degree in fire science, and an associate's degree in applied science in paramedicine.
Throughout his career, Christopher has been dedicated to improving team performance, fostering interagency collaboration, and advancing tactical medical operations. He is committed to leadership development and succession planning to ensure the long-term success of his organization. As a certified PEER Supporter with the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), he actively contributes to Henrico County’s PEER Support Team and is a member of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT), supporting the mental health and well-being of first responders and the community.

11/28/2024

As this year is almost over, MSI is THANKFUL that we were able to provide 108 services, at no cost, since February when our doors opened. Sending hugs.

11/25/2024

If you don’t have any plans on December 8th, come out and support! Mended Sparrow Inc will be in Division 6 out of 8 Divisions, our very first Christmas parade to be in!!

11/22/2024

Thank you! National Association of Women in Construction for these wonderful benches! Thank you Richmond Community TOOLBANK in assisting. ❤️❤️❤️

11/11/2024

On Veterans Day, Mended Sparrow, Inc would like to take a moment to express their gratitude to all the brave men and women who have served our country and those who continue serving in public safety. The sacrifices that come with serving, along with the bravery and selflessness of those who have served. Sending a strong hug to all my brothers and sisters.

Image courtesy of Olivia Williams

11/03/2024

I guess Reba thought her current nest wasn’t big enough…lol. She made her way inside the netting. Chickens….

10/29/2024

What a fun site visit with Richmond Police Peer Support Team! Mended Sparrow Inc showcasing some of the different types of programs it has to offer for RPD. A big shout out to all the volunteers and Compass Christian Church Sunday School Ladies providing lunch, made this event successful! Couldn’t do it without a tribe!

-Interested in volunteering!

-Any businesses that would like to sponsor future events?

[email protected]

Pic by Wayne Deyette and Andi Larison

10/12/2024

In Remberance on this day 24 years ago.

09/28/2024

We gained 139 new followers, created 15 posts and received 467 reactions in the past 90 days! Thank you all for your continued support. We could not have done it without you.🙏🏻🤗🎉Our goal this year is to hit over 1K followers, bring awareness in what Mended Sparrow Inc has to offer in equine assisted services to our population, at no cost. Please Share/invite our page, pushing for awareness.

09/24/2024

Thank you Homefront Sitrep Podcast for the invite on your show!

09/14/2024

I would like to give a big shout out to the volunteers that came out today! THANK YOU!!

In having colored ground obstacle poles, provides better visual aid during a equine experiential learning, whether in education, personal development or organization (teambuilding) activities.

If you’re interested in volunteering, [email protected] as we have many opportunities.

09/13/2024

Mended Sparrow Inc., upcoming fall programs. Cost: FREE to the population we serve. Starting October 8th @6 pm, 6-week couples program (see flyer details).

October 3rd, , 8-week unmounted horsemanship program (see flyer for details).

*General public inquire within as we do have events coming up for you all too!

09/11/2024

The night before…..23 years ago, 246 people went to sleep in preparation for their morning flights. 2,606 people went to sleep in preparation for work in the morning tomorrow. 343 firefighters went to sleep in preparation for their morning shift. 60 police officers went to sleep in preparation for morning patrol. 8 paramedics went to sleep in preparation for the morning shift of saving lives. None of them saw past 10:00 am Sept 11, 2001. In one single moment life may never be the same.

As you live and enjoy the breaths you take today and tonight before you go to sleep in preparation for your life tomorrow, kiss the ones you love, snuggle a little tighter, and never take one second of your life for granted.
🇺🇸❤️🇺🇸

09/10/2024

“Experience Growth and Connection”

📣Upcoming programs available!
📣Cost: FREE to the population we serve.

• 6-Week Couples Program: Reiginite your bond with equine experiential activities focused on trust, communication, conflict resolution, and building a stronger partnership.

Start: October 8th, Every Tuesday @ 6 P.M.

• 8-Week Unmounted Horsemanship Program: Discover new strengths and develop life skills like self-awareness, boundaries, emotional regulation, through guided equine exercises.

Start: October 3rd, Every Thursday
@ 6 P.M.

No Horse Experience Needed- Just come as you are! All programs are unmounted.

Limited spots available—enroll now!

[email protected]

09/03/2024

08/27/2024

Volunteers’ opportunity! September 14th at 10AM. Paint poles for upcoming Equine Assisted Learning Sessions and move poles. Comment below or PM if interested! 🙂