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HOPE Ranch

HOPE Ranch is dedicated to providing quality psychotherapy services to Children, Youth, Families and Adults through Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP).

HOPE Ranch is a beautiful 10 acre ranch in the bluff southeast of Rochester, Minnesota, that specializes in Equine Facilitated Staff Development and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) HOPE Ranch is dedicated to providing quality educational opportunities to profit and not-for-profit businesses and groups, social organizations and individuals through Equine Assisted Learning (EAL). We guide organi

zations and individuals to solutions for sustainable systems using respected organization development techniques. Our competencies allow us to specialize in the design, development and delivery of programs for businesses looking for ways to attract, prepare and retain employees and to increase organization effectiveness and wellness through planned process interventions. HOPE Ranch works with large and small businesses, education institutions, government agencies, and non-profits. HRF does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

05/21/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
Hudson, the newest member of the H.O.P.E. Ranch family, already has something important to say:
🐶 “You don’t have to be here forever to belong somewhere.”

05/18/2026

It’s Mental Health Awareness Month—and today’s reminder comes from the cats ☀️
🐱 “Rest is not laziness. Signed, every cat ever.”

05/17/2026

Join Our Barn Staff Team at HOPE Ranch! 🐾

Passionate about animals? Seeking a dynamic work environment where you can make a difference? Look no further!

At HOPE Ranch, we're not just an organization; we're a family dedicated to providing exceptional care for our animals. Here's what some of our past employees have to say:
🌟 "Everybody here is so nice and easygoing."
🌟 "I enjoy spending time around the horses, each with their own personalities."
🌟 "I like that no 2 days are the same. It's a 'non-traditional' office setting."

Time management and willingness to handle a variety of tasks. the daily care of our facilities and animals. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, grooming, and more.
Time management and willingness to handle a variety of tasks. The daily care of our facilities and animals. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, grooming, and more.

Snapshot of Responsibilities:
Morning and evening chores, with flexible shifts.
Maintenance, cleaning, and grooming tasks.
Opportunity for additional training.
Required Skills:
Autonomy and independence.
Passion for working with animals.
Time management and willingness to handle various tasks.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in all weather conditions.
Must be able to handle physical activity and lift up to 40 pounds.

Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience.

Interested in joining our team? Contact Michelle at secretary@hoperanchteam.com or call 507-421-6036 to learn more. HOPE Ranch is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment Type: Part-Time/Non-exempt, hourly.
Location: On-site at HOPE Ranch.
Reports to: Kit Muellner, CEO.

Make a difference in the lives of animals and our community – join HOPE Ranch today!

05/14/2026

During Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re taking wisdom from the animals around the ranch 💛

🐐 “You don’t have to carry everything alone. Herds exist for a reason.”

05/11/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

Our animals have a few gentle reminders for anyone walking through a hard season:
🐴 “Some days, just getting out of the barn feels brave. That still counts.”

05/07/2026

At H.O.P.E. Ranch, we have deep appreciation for nurses and the incredible role they play in caring for both body and mind.

Nurses are often the calm in the chaos—the reassuring voice, the steady presence, and the compassionate heart during some of life’s most difficult moments. They don’t just provide medical care; they offer comfort, encouragement, and human connection when it’s needed most.

Mental health support and physical health care are deeply connected, and nurses see the whole person every day.

To all nurses: thank you for your skill, your compassion, and the countless ways you care for others. The work you do matters more than words can say. 💙

Know a nurse? Take a moment to thank them this week.

05/05/2026

At H.O.P.E. Ranch, we see it every day—teachers do so much more than teach. They notice the quiet struggles, offer encouragement at just the right moment, and create safe spaces where students can simply be themselves.

Mental health and education go hand in hand. When a student feels seen, supported, and understood, they’re able to learn, grow, and thrive. Teachers are often the first to recognize when something isn’t quite right—and the first to help guide a student toward support.

To the teachers who show up with patience, compassion, and care… thank you. You are making a difference far beyond the classroom.

Take a moment this week to thank a teacher who impacted your life. It matters more than you know. 💛

04/30/2026

Watch the Ears!

A horse’s ears are one of the clearest signs of mood and attention. 👂🐎
Neutral = relaxed
Pricked forward = alert
Airplane ears = tired or low mood
Drooped ears = pain or fatigue
Angled backward = listening
Pinned flat = anger or aggression

Horses are always giving feedback. In mental health work, that kind of nonverbal awareness can help people better understand emotions, boundaries, and safety.
Contact H.O.P.E. Ranch today to learn more:
📞 507-281-3033
📩 hoperanchteam.com/contact/

04/29/2026

📦🐾 Chewy Box Day = Best Day (according to Dusk)

Dusk’s inner thoughts right now:
“Ah yes… my kingdom has arrived. I shall inspect every box, sit on the most important one, and claim all contents as mine.” 👑

There’s just something about delivery day—the excitement, the curiosity, the little spark of joy over something simple.

At H.O.P.E. Ranch, we see that same kind of joy in the small moments every day… and how powerful those moments can be for our mental health.

Sometimes it’s not the big things—it’s the Chewy box days that remind us to pause, smile, and soak in a little happiness. 💛

04/28/2026

Some days just look like this… 🌧️

Cold. Gray. A little heavier than you’d like. Even the horses seem to pause at the doorway, wondering if it’s worth stepping out.

But if you’ve spent any time in Minnesota, you know the truth—spring doesn’t stay like this for long. Give it a day… sometimes even an hour… and the sun finds its way back. ☀️

Mental health can feel the same way.
There are days that feel heavy, uncertain, and hard to step into.

But those days don’t last forever.

At H.O.P.E. Ranch, we walk alongside you through the gray days—and remind you that brighter ones are still ahead. 💛

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9145 80th Avenue SE
Chatfield, MN
55923

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15072813033

Website

http://hoperanchteam.com/events/

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