Posted In: Equine Program, General
Winter in mid-Missouri can be slightly unpredictable. We will see several days in a row with 50-degree temperatures, then suddenly drop below freezing and see snow.
Posted In: Equine Program, General
In memory of one of our beloved, four-footed therapists, Cody. Written by our Equine Program and Barn Manager, Rebecca Buchholz:
Posted In: Equine Program, General, Inspiring the Future, Success Stories
About eight out of every 100 military veterans have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. David Hammer, a Marine veteran of Vietnam, was diagnosed with PTSD and Moral Injury. David explains how Coyote Hill’s Equine Therapy Program is allowing veterans like himself to find purpose and healing.
Posted In: Equine Program, General, Inspiring the Future, Success Stories
Millions of veterans nationwide return home with post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and traumatic brain injuries. Recently, the Columbia VA Medical Center partnered with Coyote Hill, in order that veterans could be enriched while working with our horses.
Posted In: Equine Program, General, Our Kids and Staff, Success Stories
Katie Perry Harris of COMO Living Magazine wrote a wonderful story about the transformation of one of our former residents, Tiffany Lester. Here are some excerpts, as well as a few photos taken when Tiffany lived at Coyote Hill.
Posted In: Equine Program, Fostering Challenges, General, Our Kids and Staff, Success Stories
“I believe the Vocational Skills Program is all about teaching youth the basics of working, while helping them develop confidence in themselves and their abilities.”
Posted In: Equine Program, Fostering Challenges, General
“A BOY AT SCHOOL IS DOING WHAT?!?!” Usually, at Coyote Hill, it is the child who struggles to keep their temper in check. This time, however, I was having a hard time keeping my cool.
Posted In: Equine Program, Faith and Reflecting
A recurring challenge at Coyote Hill is addressing a child’s flawed perspective.
Your Generosity Can Make a Difference in the Life of a Child.