Rhythms of Grace

11/04/2025

PurposeBound is an incredible community of individuals who care about organizations in Iowa and actively support them with intention. What an honor to meet this group, to be supported by this group and to watch them in action, passionately advocating for charities in need of their support. You all are AMAZING! We are humbled by your generosity 💙 and so proud to serve children and adults in the Adel area and beyond.

10/28/2025

is what we feel for all who came Sunday to be recognized as our VIP Supporters and Volunteers. It was a beautiful sunny day celebrating our wonderful contributors of time and treasure. Thank you to our Board of Directors, Volunteer Coordinator, Office Admin and Barn Help, Therapists, the Patched Hat Bar, Events to Remember, the Community Choice Credit Union and Prairie Rose Desserts for the tasty bites and beverages. Our hearts are full 💙🐴🤎💙

10/01/2025

Four guys, four horses, 12 volunteers... doing what they love 💙 and a little horseplay afterward.

09/27/2025

Segment #2 in our conversation with Kristi Heilman at Life 107.1 is available here from their 9/13/25 podcast illustrating how horses can support physical recovery and mental health through equine-assisted therapy.

Did you know there are 104 body movements that occur each minute riding on a horse at the walk, stimulating our spinal cord, and even creating new neuropathways in our brain?

https://sites.libsyn.com/494188/faith-and-life-today-hero-impact-sunday-scaries-healing-rhythms-healthy-choices-compassionate-care

On this week's episode: Supporting hero couples and their unique challenges, Tips for managing the Sunday scaries, Healing journeys through equine-assisted therapy, Advice for healthier eating on the go, and Compassionate care that helps women in need.

09/25/2025

September is reminding us that talking about su***de isn't harmful — silence is. One honest conversation can be a turning point in someone’s life. Sometimes those conversations can start with a horse. 🐴💙

We support and NAMI and the power of courageous community conversations. Iowa needs improved mental-health treatment options. Organizations like NAMI Iowa are central to that work. We all know someone who is struggling with their mental health. Mental illness is no different than any other disease -- the earlier successful intervention can be made, the better the outcome will be.

09/22/2025

We practice trauma informed care and are blessed to partner with Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy / Occupational Therapy and Mental Health Therapists... the results speak for themselves. We see bodies find calm and safety here and "feel goodness crawling all around inside our bodies" 💙 Such a sweet inspiring family. 💙Le Photo Design

09/20/2025

Love the team at Life 107.1 and Kristy Heilman for capturing the essence of our mission at Rhythms of Grace. Thanks for the invitation to share about the healing that occurs. Here's a 4-minute portion of the Aug 30 podcast episode featuring Rhythms of Grace.

http://sites.libsyn.com/494188/faith-and-life-today-healing-horses-friendship-changes-volunteer-impact-and-community-mission

On this week's episode: How horses are helping people heal, When friendships end or change, Volunteers making a big impact and a Community mission that continues to grow.

09/18/2025

Getting ready for our riders! Buttercup is curious about her neighbor, Vannah, the Equicizer 💙

09/13/2025

Meet Evelyn and mama. Her first ride at Rhythms of Grace (in a class of young girls) was in Dawn's arms facing backwards. The second week, she accomplished riding forward. The third week, she was able to walk in the door, put her helmet on and walk up the stairs to mount and ride forward all by herself (with the help of sidewalkers). On her birthday this year, she was able to say the words, "Walk On!" What a joyful celebration that was for all of us. She loves riding, waving to the other riders and the tickle of the horse's muzzle. This is her special place. Thank you Le Photo Design for capturing these special moments.

09/11/2025

Today is a special Grace-Filled Day in memory of Miss Isabel Henderson's birthday. She benefitted greatly from therapeutic riding as a person on the autism spectrum. She enjoyed the fun and freedom of riding a horse with all the therapeutic benefits. Isabel's parents, Chris & Karen Henderson, are pleased to sponsor this day and help Rhythms of Grace continue to be a light for so many other families in the community! Happy Birthday Isabel 🎂💗