Voice & Vision, Inc. & CompeerCORPS

Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in Action

Voice & Vision, Inc. & CompeerCORPS

  • The Healing Power of Horses with PATH-certified CTRI Kim Longo

The Healing Power of Horses with PATH-certified CTRI Kim Longo

Thursday 18th April 2024

Kim Longo discusses the healing power of equine therapy for veterans at Thorncroft Equestrian Center in this touching episode of Untold Valor.
22 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Healing
Supportive
Transformative

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Untold Valor: Veterans Recovery in Action
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Voice & Vision, Inc. & CompeerCORPS
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Horses and Healing: Kim Longo's Journey with Veterans at Thorncroft

Episode Overview

  • Kim Longo's lifelong passion for horses and dedication to veterans' well-being
  • Insight into Thorncroft's 'Ground to Saddle' course and equine therapy approach
  • Impactful stories of veterans finding renewed purpose through horse therapy
  • Significance of communication and trust-building in the healing process
  • Community support and volunteer opportunities for veterans at Thorncroft
I see people talking to the horses as if the horse is their therapist because horses come to the table with no judgment, none whatsoever. They just come with an open heart and they are the best listeners.
Imagine finding peace and purpose through the gentle, knowing eyes of a horse. In this episode of Untold Valor, Kim Longo, a PATH-certified therapeutic riding instructor, opens up about her incredible work at Thorncroft Equestrian Center. Inspired by her father's World War II experiences, Kim has dedicated her life to creating a sanctuary for veterans through equine therapy. She shares moving stories of veterans who have come to Thorncroft and left with a renewed sense of self and hope.
Kim also delves into the details of the six-week 'Ground to Saddle' course, where veterans learn horsemanship skills while building trust and communication with their equine partners. Whether you're curious about the benefits of equine therapy or looking for ways to support veterans, this episode offers a heartfelt glimpse into the transformative power of horses.