"Many, many thanks to all the people at Chastain Horse Park who made it possible for us to bring eight teens to camp... it was a remarkable and unforgettable experience for them. They felt so welcomed and so special being around all the loving people at Chastain."

-Ginger Cashin, Atlanta Urban Ministries

"We hope to be a part of this program for a long time, and feel blessed to have the opportunity. We hope Chastain Horse Park is given back ten-fold for its community efforts"

- Therapeutic Program Volunteer

"We have tried several other forms of therapybut nothing has worked the way your therapeutic horseback program has. You and your staff have my eternal gratitude and appreciation."

-Lainie, Therapeutic Program parent

"I personally have witnessed how important it can be to these kids to spend some time each week with their favorite horse. It can sometimes give them a reason for living. The teachers at Chastain Horse Park go out of their way to give incredible love, patience, and understanding during these lessons."

-Donna Auchenbach, Director of Media and Community Relations, ChrisKids

"100 percent of the clients comprising the current treatment group have reported both an increased interest in learning activities related to riding, in addition to more clinically significant changes in self-esteem and self-efficacy. Without exception, the therapeutic riding activities you provide are reported as being personally empowering and, as such, very useful in overcoming the avolition associated with many psychiatric conditions."

-Tom Weaver, Psy.D., Northside Hospital

"Our students have received substantial benefit through their visits to the horse park thank you once again for providing an outstanding community service that has made a very positive impact on the development of the special needs population we serve in our program."

-Gail Healey, North Metro Program

"I enjoy riding so much now that I have to use a wheelchair. I have seen improvements in strength and balance that earlier therapies did not provide. It means so much to me."

-Brian, Therapeutic Program rider

"My son's sessions are truly the highlight of his week. He loves the horses and the people, and the independence, freedom, stimulation, and self-esteem that he derives from this time."

- Lorraine, Therapeutic Program parent

"Riding gives my child a sense of empowerment that I don't believe he could receive anywhere else.. he feels freedom, strength, and power every time he mounts one of these beautiful creatures. We are so grateful that Chastain Horse Park exists. It is truly an oasis in the middle of a hectic, big city."

-Judith, Therapeutic Program parent