Student Success
Anthony, who has Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder, was enrolled in the Harmony and Horses Program for over two years thanks to the generosity of his Corporate Sponsor, Burkhardt Construction, Inc.
During his time at Harmony Hope Stables, Anthony has learned to groom and ride the therapy horses, participated in group music therapy and learned to play the piano. With patience and positivity from his certified PATH instructor, Kristi Huddleston, along with the calming nature of the therapy horses, Anthony has been able to lessen most of his sensory and behavioral issues. He has learned to slow down and focus his attention to the task at hand and has been able to apply those lessons to his everyday life.
"Anthony has always enjoyed listening to music, but we never thought he would be able to focus long enough to learn how to play an instrument. Kristi introduced him to the piano and he has been playing ever since. He is currently taking piano lessons, practices every day and when he sits down and starts playing, his anxiety level drops and he becomes calmer and more focused."
"The programs at Harmony Hope Stables have had a very positive impact on our son and the lessons he has learned have become an important part of his daily life."
Tony and Susan Sabatino
