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Can horses help children heal from trauma?
SINGAPORE, JUL 7 – The VR equine therapy program helps children build emotional resilience and confidence before real horse interactions, benefiting around 70 youth at a local children’s home, Rotary Club said.
- The Rotary Club of Singapore partnered with Equal-Ark and StarHub to launch 'At Home with Horses,' a virtual reality equine-assisted learning program for children with trauma.
- The initiative responds to rising childhood mental health challenges and aims to ease real horse interaction by preparing children virtually in a safe, controlled environment.
- The program lets children virtually stroke horses' manes, feel their heartbeats, and receive guidance from a trainer, helping reduce anxiety and build confidence before physical sessions.
- Mr Low Kee Hong noted that the horse’s tranquility has a soothing impact on the child, while Dr. Shabbar highlighted that equine-assisted therapy offers profound emotional benefits for young individuals recovering from trauma.
- The project highlights the need for formal guidelines and funding to expand access to equine-assisted therapy amid growing demand and cost challenges in mental health care.
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Central Pa. riding association seeks volunteer help for lessons and animal care
Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association Inc. (CATRA) seeks adult and youth volunteers to help with its summer therapeutic horseback riding sessions, animal care and other tasks. Volunteers with horse experience are appreciated, but experience is not required to assist with lessons.
·Harrisburg, United States
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