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Heartbeat confirmed today!

Officially in foal to VS Flatline, excited for this 2025 foal. Look forward to following the entire pregnancy ❤️

VS Flatline x Linemup Knockem Back

Seems as good a time as any to announce the grand opening of the barn doors at Red Barn Occupational Therapy. We are a nature based pediatric OT practice located in the foothills of Western NY. We lead with clinical Occupational Therapy while specializing in hippotherapy, nature based personal and group interventions, home consultations, caregiver education and adapted outdoor recreational opportunities.

Check out redbarntherapy.com for more details and to inquire about services today.

Horses selected for use in physical, occupational or speech therapy treatment must meet specific selection criteria regarding movement quality, temperament, and training. The health, wellness, soundness and temperament of the horse are critical components. Skilled handling of the horse is critical.

Why the horse in OT?

The average horse walks at a rate of approximately 100 steps per minute. Just 5 minutes on a walking horse represents 500 neuro motor inputs to the patient. In a typical therapy session, 15 to 25 minutes of equine movement may be incorporated by the treating therapist – which represents 1500 to 2500 neuromotor inputs to the patient.

A very special thank you to all who came out last night for our volunteer and apprentice training. The outpouring of support for this practice is humbling as the Red Barn Therapy Team grows in both size and heart ♥️

Interested in getting involved?
Mark your calendar!
Our next volunteer and apprentice training will be held on Monday, August 30th from 6-8pm.

Hugs are great! 🤗

Not only are hugs good for childrens' brain development and physical growth, but they support emotional development too. 🧠💪🏻💪🏾❤️

Hugs can provide calming and organizing sensory input to the child's body. Deep pressure is widely used by occupational therapists to assist individuals with sensory processing challenges.

Check out this study linked below which evaluates the immediate effects of deep pressure on young people with autism and severe intellectual disabilities.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5612681/

Lessons are up and running again! Just in time for that summer time heat. Come have fun with us!