Ebony Horsewomen, Incorporated is a non-profit equestrian facility in Hartford's North End that offers equine programs for youth [2][3]. The organization has been serving Hartford, Bloomfield, and Windsor residents for over 36 years [2].
Programs offered include:
- Youth development programs such as the Junior Mounted Patrol Unit, Young Ladies Dressage Team, Saturday Saddle Club, 4-H Club, Extended Day Program, and Summer Day Camp [3]
- Equine Assisted Psychotherapy with certified therapists [2][3]
- Mental health services for youth and adults [3]
How equine therapy works: Sessions may include walking in the park or brushing a horse, tailored to what works for each participant [3]. Licensed clinical therapists work with participants, and sessions can be covered by health insurance [3].
Location and access: The facility is located within Keney Park, a 693-acre municipal park in Hartford's North End [2][3]. Most youth participants are from Hartford, though some come from Bloomfield and Windsor, with 15 to 20 youth in each program [3].
For more information about Ebony Horsewomen and their programs, visit https://www.ebonyhorsewomen.us/ [1].