Hope Therapy

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Hope Therapy is a non-profit equine therapy facility providing 'healing with the help of the horse' for special needs children, disabled veterans and individuals with a variety of diagnoses.

04/14/2026

🏇🌹 The race is on, and you’re invited!
Join us for a Kentucky Derby Party filled with great food, refreshing drinks, and unforgettable fun—all while supporting an incredible cause.

🎟️ Seating is limited and tickets are going fast—don’t miss your spot!
Come celebrate, sip, and cheer with us for Hope 💛

Link for tickets -> https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E353305&id=29

03/25/2026

🎉 Help us wish these two handsome boys a VERY happy birthday! 🎉

As far as March birthdays go, it looks like these two roommates are stealing the spotlight! 🐴💙

🎂 Braveheart turns 28 on March 27
🎂 Roanie turns 19 on March 28

Two special souls, one unforgettable birthday celebration! Drop some love for these boys below! ⬇️💫

03/17/2026

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day fun is in full swing at the barn! 🍀

Irish is getting a festive makeover today with four-leaf clovers and plenty of green! Our therapy horses are always such great sports, and it’s safe to say Irish is fully embracing the holiday spirit. 💚

There’s nothing better than a little barn creativity, horse cuddles, and celebrating together. We’re feeling extra lucky today at Hope Therapy!

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02/17/2026

Today — and every day — tell your babies, your children of all ages, your mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, cousins, and friends how much you love them. We never truly know how many days we are given.

Love big. Hug tight. Hold close to the people who matter most.

Pray often — God gives us the gift of life and the strength to walk through grief.

Thank you all for the kindness, prayers, and generosity you’ve shown during this incredibly difficult time after the passing of Blake Buterbaugh — Becky’s cherished son, Marianne’s golden grandson, Tyler’s brave big brother, and Hope Therapy’s hay man, occasional stall mucker, drone pilot, and website master.

Your support has meant more than words can say. 💛

02/14/2026

Rocky & Rhea from Hope Therapy want to wish everyone a very Happy Valentine’s Day 💕

These two remind us every day that connection is powerful — they’re completely inseparable and happiest when they’re together.

From our barn family to yours, we hope your day is filled with love, kindness, and a few extra treats 🐴❤️

02/07/2026

🐎🌹 Save the Date! 🌹🐎
Our Kentucky Derby Party is coming soon, and you won’t want to miss it!

Join us for fun, food, friends, and all the Derby excitement. 🎩✨
Check out our Facebook event for all the details and updates!

Mark your calendar and stay tuned—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💙

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02/04/2026

Meet Stephanie and Melanie—our amazing mother and daughter duo! 💕

For over a year now, these two have shown up every Tuesday, rain or shine, with hearts ready to serve and hands ready to help. From cleaning stalls and loving on our horses, to assisting with riders and jumping in wherever they’re needed, they do it all with kindness and dedication.

Their commitment, teamwork, and love for Hope Therapy truly shine through in everything they do. We are so grateful for the time, energy, and care they pour into our barn family each week.

Stephanie and Melanie, thank you for being such a beautiful part of our mission. We appreciate you more than you know! 💙

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01/31/2026

We are so thankful for our friends at Seminole Feed and their continued generosity in supporting Hope Therapy through their monthly feed donation. 🌾💙

Because of their kindness, our therapy horses stay healthy, strong, and ready to do the important work of healing hearts and changing lives every single day. Proper nutrition makes a huge difference, and we are so grateful to have a partner who truly cares about our mission.

Support like this allows us to focus on what matters most—our riders, our horses, and the incredible connections formed here at the barn.

If you’re looking for quality feed and amazing local service, we highly recommend checking them out!

📍 335 NE Watula Ave
Ocala, FL 34470
🌐 seminolefeed.com

Thank you, Seminole Feed, for being such an important part of the Hope Therapy family. We appreciate you more than words can say! 🤍🐎

01/26/2026

It’s never too early to start learning how to care for a horse. 🐴✨

From tiny hands holding a brush to gentle pats and quiet moments in the barn, grooming teaches patience, kindness, responsibility, and confidence. It’s about more than keeping our horses clean—it’s about building trust, connection, and love.

At Hope Therapy, we see it every day: when a child learns to groom, they’re also learning to listen, to nurture, and to believe in themselves. And in those simple moments, something beautiful happens.

Love blooms at all ages. 💛
And sometimes, it starts with a brush and a willing heart.

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01/12/2026

We want to give a big thank you to two of our amazing Friday volunteers, Liam and Braiden! 🐴🧹

These boys show up with great attitudes, kind manners, and a willingness to help wherever they’re needed. From cleaning stalls to tackling chores around the barn, they work hard and never complain—always polite, respectful, and dependable.

We are so grateful for young people who are learning the value of responsibility, teamwork, and service. Liam and Braiden, your help truly makes a difference here at Hope Therapy, and we appreciate you more than you know! 💙

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01/09/2026

There is something truly special about the healing power of horses. 🐴✨
They don’t rush, they don’t judge, and they don’t ask for explanations. They simply meet you where you are.

Emotionally, horses offer calm and connection. Spiritually, they ground us and invite us to slow down, breathe, and be present. Physically, they help build strength, balance, and confidence in ways that feel natural and full of joy.

This moment with Rhea and her rider is a beautiful example of that healing in action. 🤍 The trust, the quiet communication, and the partnership between them speaks louder than words. Rhea’s steady heart and gentle presence create a space where growth, courage, and peace can flourish.

At Hope Therapy, we are honored to witness these connections every day. Healing doesn’t always look big or dramatic—sometimes it looks like a calm ride, a shared breath, and a bond that brings comfort to both horse and human. 💫

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01/02/2026

✨ Hope Update from Hope Therapy ✨

Hope is still very much the baby of the barn, but she’s been making wonderful progress since returning from training! She’s being ridden multiple times a week to build consistency as she continues her journey toward becoming a therapy horse.

Under saddle, Hope has a pokey little walk and prefers to take her time, but she continues to gain confidence and strength with each ride. In the pasture, she’s playful, full of personality, and always the first to greet you when you arrive.

Sweet, lovable, and very spunky, Hope brings joy wherever she goes. We’re so proud of how far she’s come and excited to watch her continue to grow into her future role here at Hope Therapy. 💕

Address

1591 Big Branch Road
Middleburg, FL
32068

Website

http://www.hopetherapy.org/

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‘Healing with the help of the horse’

Our Mission is to provide ‘healing with the help of the horse’ for special needs children, veterans and individuals with a variety of diagnoses. We are a 501(c)3 non=profit corporation, founded in 2001 by the mother-daughter team of Marianne and Rebecca Davenport. Hope Therapy is the only facility of its kind in Northeast Florida to be Certified a Premiere Facility by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, International. We are staffed by licensed occupational therapists certified in Hippotherapy and Therapeutic Riding Instruction, and we accept most major insurance coverage. For more information call 904-881-5513, email Hopetherapy@bellsouth.net or visit our website www.hopetherapy.org.