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OUR MISSION

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To support the growth and well-being of all individuals, including those with special needs, by providing equine-assisted services (EAS) in a safe, compassionate, and professional environment.

WITH HORSES, MAKING FORWARD STRIDES

Horsemanship

Learning

Therapy

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Birdies for Charity is back in swing!

Shepard Meadows is partnering with the Travelers Championship Birdies for Charity program once again!  Your support to through Birdies for Charity is crucial for helping us achieve our 2026 goals and continue making a difference in the community.  Ready to make your impact?  Click the button below to donate today and make your donation go 15% further with bonus funds from Travelers for every donation.  Thank you!

Mark your calendars for the best party of the year!

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“My son has Autism Spectrum Disorder, as a family we felt hopeless as to where to turn for resources to help him get the services he needed to reach his full potential.  The programs at Shepard Meadows have
been life changing.”

Shepard Meadows is a very special place. We are unique in our programming, providing a variety of services to meet individual needs in a non-traditional and innovative way. Our services are important and often life-changing, all in partnership with our therapy horses. Our vision is to bring the peace and tranquility of our farm into the lives of our participants and their families who visit us. Program revenue is one-third of the actual cost of running the farm and caring for our therapy herd. We couldn't operate without the help of individual donors and foundational support. Your support is important to us. Please consider donating today!

Your gift makes an everlasting difference!

Upcoming Events

Spring Program

Begins Monday, April 13

Spring Session runs for 8 weeks. Registration is on-going, call 860-314-0007, x 102 or email us.​

Volunteer Training

Saturday, May 9th 

8:00 am- 10:30 am

For new applicants.

8:00 am -10:30 am. Visit our Volunteer Page for more information and how to apply.

Quarterly Speaker Series

NEW DATE

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Saturday, May 30th

2:45 pm -3:45 pm

Dr. Andrew Flint, DVM will join us to discuss the benefits of equine chiropractic care.  There will be a live demonstration and time for questions.  This event is FREE!

Breast Cancer Survivors Equine Gestalt Retreat

Wednesday, June 10th

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Spend a restorative day with us in nature and with our horses.  This retreat is a sanctuary for breast cancer survivors seeking emotional clarity, self-awareness and meaningful connection with other survivors.  This retreat is FREE.

Contact Us

ADDRESS

733 Hill Street

Bristol, CT 06010

PHONE

(860) 314-0007

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Please reach out to us if you want more information on our programs and services or if you have any general inquiries, including donations, planned giving, volunteering, etc.

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Accreditations & Affiliations

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This website was made possible by grants from:

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