Able the Disabled Foundation Thailand (ADF) provides therapy riding for disabled children. The horse’s movement is therapeutic and improves the child’s balance/posture, coordination, concentration, self-esteem and muscle development. The horse’s natural movement when walking simulates the movement of the human walk. The warmth of the horse’s body and rhythmic gait relaxes spastic muscles and stimulates muscular development. Only very special horses, with quiet temperaments, unlimited patience and deeply giving natures, are suitable for this work.
ADF Thailand relies entirely on volunteers for its operation and community support for its funding. There is a constant need for motivated, cheerful and reliable people to help. It is not necessary to know anything about horses, or disabled children, to make a big difference in the lives of these riders. ADF teaches volunteers what they need to know. Classes are at Horseshoe Point Tuesday and Thursday from 10 am to noon.
A.D.F also welcomes other kinds of support. To donate or discuss other ways to help, call Sandra Cooper at 038 248 026 or 086 848 3684.