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Therapeutic Riding:  How it Works

​Horseback riding engages the rider in three main areas:  physical, cognitive, and emotional, and uses these related forms of therapy in conjunction with the horse's three-dimensional hip movement to transfer motion to the rider that is similar to the walking gait of a human.  Horses are the best, most forgiving teachers and often help to bridge a social, physical, or cognitive gap to the outside world to foster independence, self-confidence, and improved spirits.

Who We Serve...

The RTC serves a growing number of 20 riders every week through the dedicated support of volunteers, staff and of course, its therapy horses.  Any individual (over four years of age) with a disability, special need, or mental illness can benefit from the services provided by The RTC.  
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​Clients have shown marked improvement in balance, coordination, fine and gross motor skills, cognitive functioning, social skills, sequential thinking, improved self-esteem, and independence among many other benefits.  Research has shown a marked improvement of strength, balance, flexibility, coordination and autonomy in individuals who participate in therapeutic riding. ​
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Support these amazing riders today!
​Your  tax deductible donation helps provide adaptive and therapeutic equipment necessary for individual goals.

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Location:  
557 Love Road
​Victoria, TX  77904

Mailing Address:  
P.O. Box 462
Nursery, TX  77976

Mission Statement:

​Donum Dei (Latin meaning “Gift from God”) Incorporated, doing business as The Riding Therapy Center of Victoria, was created in response to God’s love.  The purpose of Donum Dei, Inc. is to offer equine- assisted services in an attitude of service to God the Father, God the Son, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit in the most Holy Trinity.  Our work is done with respect and dignity to all.


PURPOSE:
​The various forms of therapeutic benefits received through The RTC's programs have shown marked improvement in balance, coordination, fine and gross motor skills, cognitive and social skills, sequential thinking, and increased self-esteem among other numerous benefits all while learning to ride a horse.

Horses Helping People
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Phone:  361-578-8182
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Executive Director- Michelle Olsovsky-​ TheRTCOffice@gmail.com
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Contact
  • Program Services
  • Riders
    • Benefits of TR
    • Enrollment
  • Volunteers
  • Support
    • Wishlist
    • Be a Fundraiser Sponsor
    • Horse Heroes
  • Events, Etc.
    • Announcements