Agapé Therapeutic Riding Resources, Inc.

Agapé is a unique therapeutic resource for individuals, families, schools, medical and mental health professionals. Through its wealth of horse-assisted programs, Agapé positively impacts the physical, mental, behavioral and social challenges of people with special needs.
opportunities

Below are some opportunities for you to get involved with this great organization. But don't limit yourself to just these! If you're excited about their mission, give them a call to see what other needs you may be able to fill. Thanks for serving and have fun making a difference!

Special Event Volunteers

Starts: March 1st, 2009

Groups can volunteer together at this opportunity.

Volunteers must be at least 16 years old.

Description
Agape' holds special events throughout the year that our volunteers play a very important role. Some special events help this year include:
-"The Par for the Horse Golf Classic"
-"Miracles in Action" Open House
- "Trotting the Trails for Agape"
Notes / Special Requirements

Volunteers interested in working for a block of time, special times of the year, such as for auction, or fund raiser or public events, please let us know. Planning the events, organizing it the day of, and analyzing it after are just some of the special event responsibilities.

Volunteers must be 16 years old or older (14-15 years old if they volunteer with a parent or guardian).

Sidewalker

Starts: March 1st, 2009

Volunteers must be at least 16 years old.

Description
Walking next to a child or adult with a disability who is riding a horse.

Volunteers can start at the beginning of a session (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall) once a week for about 10 weeks.
Notes / Special Requirements

Volunteers must be 16 years old or older (14-15 years old if they volunteer with a parent or guardian), able to walk around arena or on trails for the time volunteering, must go through the Agape' Volunteer Training of approximately 3 hours.

Classroom Assistant

Starts: March 1st, 2009

Volunteers must be at least 16 years old.

Description
Not only do our students from 12 different school systems receive therapy on horseback; they also gain therapy and knowledge in the classroom. Volunteers are needed throughout the week to assist our students with projects relating to the curriculum taught in the arena.
Notes / Special Requirements
Volunteers must be 16 years old or older (14-15 years old if they volunteer with a parent or guardian),

Office Assistants

Starts: March 1st, 2009

Volunteers must be at least 16 years old.

Description
Agapé is a busy place! Volunteers are needed to hep with special mailings, paperwork, and other general office duties on an as needed basis.
Notes / Special Requirements
Volunteers must be 16 years old or older (14-15 years old if they volunteer with a parent or guardian).

Property Volunteers

Starts: March 1st, 2009

Groups can volunteer together at this opportunity.

Volunteers must be at least 16 years old.

Description
Agapé offers the opportunity for groups or individuals to help with the upkeep or our beautiful facility. Fixing fences, building new fences, gardening, stable care and other special property clean-ups are available weekly, or on a one time basis.
Notes / Special Requirements
Volunteers must be 16 years old or older (14-15 years old if they volunteer with a parent or guardian)

Four Legged Friends

Starts: March 1st, 2009

Volunteers must be at least 16 years old.

Description
One of Agapé's favorite programs pairs volunteers with our four legged friends! After completing a specified number of hours volunteering, the volunteer commits to spending at least one hour a week with their four legged friend grooming, massaging, walking and just loving.
Notes / Special Requirements

Volunteers must be 16 years old or older (14-15 years old if they volunteer with a parent or guardian).

Team Volunteer Program

Starts: March 1st, 2009

Volunteers must be at least 14 years old.

Description
Our "Team Volunteer" program is designed especially for 14-15 year olds to partner with a guardian to "Team Volunteer" at Agapé.
Notes / Special Requirements

Our "Team Volunteers" are required to attend a 3 hour training session and are encouraged to participate in our monthly continuing education classes.