Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services

10/28/2025

Honoring Our First Responders

Today, on National First Responders Day, we pause to recognize the incredible men and women who answer the call day or night to keep our communities safe.

At Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services, we are proud to serve alongside many firefighters, EMTs, police officers, correctional officers, and dispatchers who join our programs to find peace, connection, and purpose through our horses and outdoor initiatives.

Your courage and selfless dedication inspire us every day. From all of us at V.E.T.S., thank you for what you do and for the heart you bring to every mission.

10/23/2025

Always Remember.

10/22/2025

We’re so proud to recognize V.E.T.S. supporter Scott Freyer, who recently had the incredible honor of being chosen as Walt Disney World’s Veteran of the Day.

Scott shared his experience in his own words below a moving reminder of the gratitude and recognition our veterans so richly deserve.

These are his words:

“Today, I had the absolute honor of being chosen as Walt Disney World’s Veteran of the Day. I participated in the flag retreat (colors), marched in a parade down Main Street at the Magic Kingdom and there was a private ceremony held away from everyone with some cast members and my family. Every single Disney cast member that participated in the ceremony also lined up to shake my hand. Very surreal to hear your name, branch and rank read over the announcing system in Magic Kingdom during a ceremony in the busiest theme park on earth. I’ve been coming to WDW since I was a little kid, and never once did I ever think I would be chosen to be a part of something so humbling, honorable and tremendous. I literally had no words, but I did have a few tears. Thank you Walt Disney World for making this a day I will never forget, especially with my Mom & Dad present.”

👏 Please join us in congratulating Scott on this well-deserved recognition and in thanking him for his service.

10/20/2025

Still Fighting Home.

Wyaitt Strother · Still Fighting Home · Song · 2025

10/07/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

At Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services, we honor and stand beside all those whose lives have been touched by breast cancer survivors, warriors, families, and caregivers alike.

Just as our horses help teach resilience, strength, and trust, we recognize those same qualities in the countless individuals fighting this disease every day. This month, we ride in solidarity, spreading hope and awareness for early detection, support, and healing.

Join us in wearing pink, sharing knowledge, and showing love to those in your life who are walking this journey. Together, we are stronger in and out of the arena.

09/30/2025

What an incredible day at the 2025 Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services Golf Classic at Lake of Isles in North Stonington! ⛳️🇺🇸

A heartfelt thank you to our Name Sponsor: MDA - UAW Local 571 and our Gold Sponsor: Holmgren Subaru, along with all of our amazing sponsors who made this event possible. We also want to recognize the incredible team at Lake of Isles, our Board of Directors, our dedicated volunteers, and of course, the golfers who showed up in full force to make this day a huge success.

The weather couldn’t have been better, and thanks to the generosity of everyone involved, we raised significant funds to continue offering life-changing programs for Veterans, Active Duty Service Members, First Responders, Corrections Officers, and their families under the flag of Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services.

We are truly grateful for the support of this community. The 2026 Golf Classic is already on the calendar—we can’t wait to see you all back on the course next year!

09/24/2025

Community Spotlight: Mystic Army Navy Store

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Michelle Gemma and our friends at Mystic Army Navy Store for their continued support of Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services.

Not only have they made a generous donation to our program, but they also go above and beyond every day sharing our brochures and cards, talking to visitors about our mission, and even collecting donations on our behalf. Their ongoing commitment helps us reach more veterans, service members, first responders, and families who benefit from our programs.

Please join us in showing appreciation for this amazing local business that continues to stand by our veterans and our community.

09/19/2025

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave service members who were taken as prisoners of war and those still missing in action. Their sacrifice and the heartache carried by their families reminds us of the cost of freedom and the unbreakable bond of service.

At Veterans Equine Therapeutic Services, we stand in solemn gratitude and remembrance. We carry their legacy forward by building community, offering healing, and never forgetting the promise:

You Are Not Forgotten.