Healing Hoofbeats of CT, Inc.

01/07/2026

Today is the day! We can finally announce that we are one only 16 organizations from across the country who are the recipients of an incredibly generous grant from the Invest in Others Charitable Organization. Thank you to Invest in Others for their support and belief in the work we do.

https://www.investinothers.org/invest-in-others-charitable-foundation-announces-2025-grant-program-recipients/

01/06/2026

We are looking to fill openings in our schedule at our second location in Lakeville, CT at the Time Out Foundation! We currently have no waitlist and are excited to have clients meet the 12 beautiful horses available to work with at Healing Hoofbeats North.

Call 203-244-8411
or email info@healinghoofbeatsofct.org to book your session now!

01/01/2026

Thank you for your support in 2025. We look forward to growing with you into the New Year!

12/30/2025

Once again we want to say how grateful we are to have received this donation from Reed Wilson Case. What an honor it was to be nominated as a nonprofit of choice and to have our supporters, clients, and donors vote for us to win!

12/25/2025

12/23/2025

It is with much sadness and a heavy heart that we must let our clients, supporters, and donors know about the passing of two of our beloved Animal Healers. Sadie and Hazel brought such joy, wonder, and healing to children and adults alike. Their unique ability to connect with clients made them ideal for our special program and we are happy we were able to keep them happy and healthy until the end. Thank you to our veterinarians at Grand Prix Equine and Roxbury Animal Clinic for their support through the health struggles both Sadie and Hazel had been enduring.

Please consider purchasing a gift for our Animal Healers from our Amazon Wish List in memory of Sadie and Hazel.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1E9L6DQ5QUS2T?ref_=wl_share

12/18/2025

Rounding out our incredible trio of new Executive Board Members is Nancy Dalrymple who joined Healing Hoofbeats in October 2025.

Nancy Dalrymple is a dedicated Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (APRN), educator, and administrative leader with a strong foundation in both clinical care and public health strategy.

Holding a Master of Nursing and a Master of Public Health, Nancy currently serves as the Director of the Health Center at Rumsey Hall School, where she manages a clinical team and provides direct pediatric care. Her career is marked by diverse experience, including comprehensive care for children in community health, juvenile detention facilities, and on Native Reservations.

Prior to her clinical administrative roles, she led large-scale public health initiatives, notably managing Washington State's Early Hearing Loss Detection, Diagnosis, and Intervention (EHDDI) Program. In addition, Nancy is also a committed educator and researcher. She has served as faculty at Yale University, Quinnipiac and UCONN, and has published multiple journal articles. She currently contributes her expertise in organizational health and fiduciary oversight as a Board Member for Healing Hoofbeats of CT, Inc.

Thank you Nancy, for your dedication to Healing Hoofbeats of CT!

Outside of work, Nancy enjoys staying active with her family and friends through mountain biking, skiing, climbing and hiking.

12/16/2025

Could you be our Santa Claus?

Our Animal Healers work so hard all year, don't you think they deserve a couple of gifts this Holiday season? If you feel so inclined and have a favorite animal at Healing Hoofbeats, please take a look at our Amazon Wishlist and purchase something for one of our hardworking herd. Amazon Wishlist makes it easy for you to select an item that will get shipped right to our farm.

12/11/2025

We have had such success with finding incredible Executive Board Members this fall. We are grateful and excited to welcome Amanda Timolat to the board as of October, 2025.

Amanda Timolat is an academic librarian at the City University of New York.in addition to her academic career, she has been a long-time member of the local equestrian community as a rider, competitor, coach and trainer. She manages her own small farm where she focuses on training in the discipline of dressage. She has a personal interest and experience in helping veterans and their families dealing with PTSD.

Please welcome Amanda to our team!

12/09/2025

Part of what makes a nonprofit function is the help and support of volunteers. Today we want to spotlight 2025's Volunteer Of The Year - Liz M! Liz has consistently shown up to help on our Bethlehem Farm through rain, snow, sleet, and sunshine. She has helped with projects big and small, and even alerted us to an animal emergency!

According to Liz, "Volunteering at Healing Hoofbeats allows me to support a mission that truly resonates with me: helping people connect with animals to become their best and truest selves. There’s something magical about the way animals create a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can heal, grow, and express themselves authentically. I experience this connection many times a day on my own farm, so I know the value of human/animal connections. My role involves assisting with the care of these wonderful animals, ensuring they’re healthy and ready to provide comfort".

Thank you, Liz, we couldn't do this without you!

12/04/2025

We at Healing Hoofbeats of CT are strong believers in supporting and retaining our staff. As a small nonprofit, it can be hard to assure your staff that they can return to their job after an injury or maternity leave. This past year we used Connecticut Paid Leave and were so thrilled with this partnership, they interviewed Executive Renee Bouffard about our experience and featured her in their newest commercial.

Take a look!

12/02/2025

Today we want to thank Valley Restoration LLC for their generous donation of 5 gallons of paint to finish our new indoor therapy room space! We've been working on this project for awhile now as our need for more indoor space for winter and inclement weather has risen.

Valley Restoration LLC is a premier historic preservation and restoration company that specializes in getting the hardest jobs completed safely and within budget. Based in New England, their team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional results for even the most challenging projects. Their team has years of experience working with all types of historic buildings, including churches, municipalities, and theaters. Valley Restoration LLC are experts in all types of preservation work, including structural repairs, gold leaf, masonry restoration, and interior and exterior renovations.