My name is Kelly Peterson and I am here to say that Hippotherapy (in addition to regular therapy methods) really works. Why the interest? I survived a near fatal car accident sustaining 2 broken legs, broken jaw, head injury (TBI) and an 11 day coma. I missed Christmas of 1988. However, once I woke up I thought "how cool it would be to put a child who can't walk on the back of a horse." Please visit www.acornhillgiving.com to learn more and consider joining the 24-Carrot Club because as of December 1, 2016 we began providing Hippotherapy and need your support to continue. Hippotherapy "incorporates equines, equine movement and the equine environment in treatment" during sessions with licensed Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists or Speech Language Pathologists. It provides miraculous progress by strengthening core muscles, social skills and so much more! The overall results are increased independence, confidence and improved quality of life. Parents and caregivers tell us about further progress at home.  One caregiver told us "Her balance has improved so much that she does not get shaky when she is in tricky situations like getting out of her chair.  She does it alone." And how, "She looks forward to coming here. It's the best part of her week"  For research results and more information about the success of Hippotherapy visit www.americanhippotherapyassociation.org.