Nature's Edge Therapy Center

04/06/2026

💬 Grammar in Motion 🐴

In today’s video from ReelTime Animal Rescue, LLC, one of our patients is working on irregular past tense verbs, sentence correction, and grammar skills, all while riding a horse!

Through hippotherapy, the movement of the horse supports attention, regulation, and engagement, helping learning feel natural and motivating. This combination allows speech and language skills to develop in a meaningful, real-life way.

👉 Watch the full video here: https://youtube.com/shorts/z_x0_wdWXYA?si=jatmHomLk2JhSJ3g

In this speech therapy session at Nature’s Edge Therapy Center, one of our patients practices language and grammar skills while riding a horse. 🐴💬During th...

04/05/2026

🌸🐰 Happy Easter from all of us at Nature’s Edge! 🐰🌸

Stumpy is dressed for the occasion in his bunny ears, surrounded by beautiful Easter eggs colored by our patients! 🥚🎨

We love seeing their work become part of the farm in such a meaningful way. 💛

04/03/2026

Finding Easter Eggs on a Horse?! 🐴 🐰

Our patient practiced his speech sounds and using his AAC device to identify the color of the eggs. 🎨🥚

Turning speech practice into an Easter egg hunt made learning feel like play, increasing engagement and participation. 🌟

04/03/2026

🐰Egg Hunts & Speech Therapy! 🐣

Our patients had so much fun celebrating Easter during their speech therapy sessions this week! From exciting egg hunts to creative crafts, every activity was designed to support their communication goals.

Each egg hunt included a special treat and a word to practice, making learning both fun and meaningful. 🐣✨

Be sure to check out this week’s photos to see therapy in action.💚

👉 Visit our website to learn more about our unique speech therapy services: https://naturesedgetherapycenter.org/

04/02/2026

✨🐴Horse of the Week: Meet Bell🐴✨

We’re so excited to introduce a brand new weekly series… Horse of the Week!🐴

As we lead into and through the Horses for Mental Health Campaign this May, we want YOU to meet the incredible horses behind the healing. These are the partners who help make communication, confidence, and connection possible for our patients every single day.

🌟Our First Horse You Get to Meet is Bell🌟

"Hello, my loyal subjects, it’s me, Bell… Bellissima, if we’re being proper 💁♀️. As a registered Quarter Horse with years of experience in both English and Western (you’re welcome), I’ve basically been royalty since I was two.

After my little “rest and recover” era last February, during which I graciously accepted endless pets, hugs, and treats while greeting my adoring fans in the indoor barn, I have fully embraced my title as Princess of the Ranch 👑

But don’t worry… I’m making my grand return to therapy sessions, where I’ll once again bless patients with my smooth, majestic stride. (I am the tallest, after all—15’3 of pure excellence.)

Whether it’s snuggles, snacks, or helping humans move, communicate, and grow stronger… I do it all beautifully, of course 💖

💚 Now here’s where you come in…

If you’d like to properly support your favorite princess (yes, me 👑), I would graciously accept your donations during our Horses for Mental Health Campaign this May."

Your Support Helps Cover:
✨ Veterinary Care
✨ Hoof Care (my spa days 💅)
✨ Nutrition & Supplements

So I can continue doing what I do best… helping my patients shine. ✨

📍 Learn More & Donate Here!https://horsesformentalhealth.org/campaigns/natures-edge-therapy-center-inc/?updated=1

04/01/2026

Easter Egg Hunt on a Horse?! 🐴 🥚

This week, our patients are searching for Easter eggs in honor of Easter coming up! 🐣

This patient got to find Easter eggs while riding a horse. Each egg had a word to practice and a treat. 💬 🍬

Learn more about our fun therapy services here: https://naturesedgetherapycenter.org

04/01/2026

🌸🐾 April Animal Birthdays 🐾🌸

This month we are celebrating two very special members of our therapy team, Bobbi Jo and Hermana! 🎉

From the arena to the barn, these two bring so much joy, connection, and support to our patients. Whether it’s through movement, presence, or a simple hello, they each play an important role in helping therapy feel engaging and meaningful. 💚

Help us celebrate by wishing Bobbi Jo and Hermana a Happy Birthday in the comments! 🎂🎈

Learn More or Support our Animals Here: www.naturesedgetherapycenter.org

03/27/2026

🐴This Week at Nature’s Edge! 🌿

Our patients finished up their St. Patrick’s Day activities and snacks while also getting to ride horses during their speech therapy sessions! Fun, festive, and full of great progress.

Scroll through to see all the highlights! 💚

👉 Visit our website to learn more about our unique speech therapy services: https://naturesedgetherapycenter.org/

03/26/2026

We’re so grateful to have received $492 through the Thrivent Choice Program in 2025! Thank you to all of the Thrivent members who helped support our mission! 🎉

Thrivent Members: Don’t forget to direct your 2025 Choice Dollars before they expire on March 31!

Choice Dollars help us care for our therapy animals and support the services we provide every day. 💙

Send a message to learn more

03/26/2026

🌟 BIG NEWS: We’ve Been Chosen! 🌟

We are so excited to share that Nature’s Edge Therapy Center has been selected for the 2026 Horses for Mental Health Campaign!

Only a limited number of nonprofits worldwide are chosen each year, and this recognition reflects the high standard of care we provide for both our patients and therapy horses. 💛

This global campaign brings together organizations to share how horses help individuals heal, grow, and reconnect.

✨ Why this Matters:
Every dollar raised through this campaign goes directly back to Nature’s Edge, supporting our patients, our horses, and the meaningful therapy we provide right here in our community.

💬 Want to Make an Even Bigger Impact?
Become a Fundraising Ambassador!
You can help by sharing our mission with your friends, family, and community to make a real difference in the lives we serve.

📩 Message us or email (nature@naturesedgetherapycenter.org) if you would like to become a Fundraising Ambassador!

03/25/2026

How AAC Builds Independence 🧩

Using his Tobii Dynavox device, our patient was able to request shapes, identify them, and express his was wants and needs. 💬

AAC gives children a voice. 🌟