LifeStriders Therapeutic Riding Center - Town of Delafield and City of Waukesha, WI

Dial 5 For the Weather Hotline!

Published by roco on Thursday, June 11, 2009 at 6/11/2009 11:01:00 AM.

Please check the weather hotline 1 hour before lessons for updates on inclement weather and cancellations. HOTLINE NUMBER 262.565.6124 Then Press 5 for the Weather hotline. Thank you.

LifeStriders Social Skills and Therapeutic Art Programs

Published by veronica on Tuesday, June 09, 2009 at 6/09/2009 05:15:00 PM.

LifeStriders Social Skills Program

Start Date: July 14 - September 1, 2009
Time: Group for children in grades 1-4 will meet at 1 pm
Group for children in grades 5-12 will meet at 2pm

These fun and interactive groups are designed for children ages 5-12 with challenges in the area of social-communication that affects the quality of their interpersonal relationships and abilities to read social cues. The goals of the groups include increasing social awareness, understanding other peoples' perspectives, and understanding the impact of their own behavior on the impressions that other people form of them. It is a fun class for kids to learn the skills they need in building social connections. LifeStriders social skills classes will be held in a small group setting with individualized activities. The group for grades 5-12 will also help students prepare for MS and HS transitions.

To reserve a spot please email veronica@lifestriders.org
Both groups will be facilitated by Veronica Sosa Agnoli, MS, LPC and Ann Treleven-Carl B.S. or Amanda Rector B.A. Call to enroll your child today!

LifeStriders Therapeutic Art Program

Ideal for ages 5- Adolescence

Reserve a spot by emailing Amanda Rector amanda@lifestriders.org

LifeStriders Therapeutic Art program uses the creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of children with social communication delays, sensory integration issues and other types of special needs. It is based on the belief that the creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps children to resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, reduce stress, increase self-esteem and self-awareness, and achieve insight and learn to work cooperatively with others.

The purpose of this group is for children to participate in developmentally appropriate art activities focusing on social skills and sensory experiences, adapted for each child’s special needs.

· This group will consist of six sessions, one hour each. Times will be Mondays from 1:00-2:00 and 2:00-3:00 starting July 6 and ending August 10.

Jess is a NAHRA Certified Instructor!

Published by roco on at 6/09/2009 07:42:00 AM.

Congratulations to Jessica Morrison ("Jess") on passing her NARHA instructor certification workshop and tests, last weekend. Jess has been with us for a couple of years now, and she has always been a cheerful, supportive, and knowledgeable member of our instructor staff. Jess worked very hard on her skills before becoming certified and it paid off as we understand she passed with "flying colors." Lifestriders is very proud of you Jess, and everyone is looking forward to learning the new skills and techniques that you picked up during the clinic! If you see Jess, please be sure to commend her an her achievement.

2009 Sessions New Pictures Online

Published by roco on Monday, June 08, 2009 at 6/08/2009 08:55:00 AM.

2009 Sessions

Send in your best pictures and we will post them too!

Counseling Services and Social Skills Groups

Published by veronica on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 5/28/2009 01:05:00 PM.

In addition to the therapeutic riding program LifeStriders also provides family support services:

LifeStriders Social Skills Program -These fun and interactive groups are designed for children ages 3-12 with challenges in the area of social-communication that affects the quality of their interpersonal relationships. The goals of the groups include increasing social awareness, understanding others peoples' perspectives, and understanding the impact of their own behavior on the impressions that other people form of them. It is a fun class for kids to learn the skills they need in building social connections. LifeStriders social skills classes will be held in a small group setting with individualized activities.

Ideal for ages 5- Adolescence groups will be formed according to ages and abilities. Both groups will be facilitated by Veronica Sosa Agnoli, MS. and Ann Treleven-Carl or Amanda Rector B.A. Call to enroll your child today!

Bilingual Counseling Services for individuals, children and families offered by Veronica Sosa Agnoli, M.S. former School Psychologist and counselor. Sliding scale fees available.

Educational Counseling and Consulting Services Helping parents understand special education and how to work in collaboration with schools and in IEP/504 meetings.

For additional information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Veronica Sosa at 262-565-6124

Horses and Children with Autism

Published by roco on Friday, April 24, 2009 at 4/24/2009 10:17:00 PM.

This is the #1 headline on CNN, on the eve of our first volunteer training of the year. Its a beautiful article on the effects that horses can have on children like Rowan with special needs. LifeStriders was built on the human and horse connection described in the article, and on behalf of all the volunteers and staff, we can't wait to continue to foster this connection and do our very best to improve the lives of those in the community who have special needs. Welcome to the 2009 sessions at LifeStriders.

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Veronica and Maria on The Morning Blend

Published by roco on Thursday, April 02, 2009 at 4/02/2009 09:20:00 AM.

Veronica and Maria did a great job talking about LifeStriders to a live TV audience. If you missed the broadcast here is a replay of the video provided by the Morning Blend.

Thank You 2008 Annual Giving Campaign Supporters

Published by roco on Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at 2/11/2009 10:39:00 AM.

Lifestriders would like to acknowledge all of the supporters of its 2008 Giving Campaign. LifeStriders would also like to give special thanks to Stephanie Benz for coordinating this campaign, Ann Weber for her excellent work on the graphic design, and Barb Abair and Rob Conley for their help.

Visionaries
Katherine Conley
Robert Conley Sr.
William Conley

Trailblazers
Emily Keelty
The Derse Foundation
Benz Oil

Pioneers
Ellen Conley
Jody Mateer
Steven Poall

Rising Stars
Carey Conley
Adrian Knowles
Margaret Layo
Peter Lillydahl
Linda Lutes
Dr. R Nandalur
Jojo Neumann
Randall Raikes
Thomas Simonis
Linda Sipek
Oscar Vargas
Cynthia Wagner
Laura Worcester

Your support will help to provide another year of equine assisted therapy to the LifeStriders Community and on behalf of all the riders and volunteers, LifeStriders is very thankful for your contribution in this year of economic hardship.

Come Visit Us at Lake Country Community Fest

Published by roco on at 2/11/2009 10:25:00 AM.

If you are interested in Volunteering, Riding, Sponsoring or all other things LifeStriders, we invite you to visit us at Community Fest.

Saturday, March 21, 2009
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
at Arrowhead High School in Hartland, WI

More Event Details can be found at their website.