About Hope & Healing at Hillenglade

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Since opening our doors in 2010, Hope & Healing at Hillenglade has served more than 4,000 active military, veterans, first responders and their families through equine-assisted programs entirely free-of-charge. Hope & Healing at Hillenglade provides a safe, reliable, confidential environment that embraces the amazing therapeutic power of horses on a private farm near downtown Nashville.

Among military service members and veterans, rates of PTSD are close to 40% and can manifest in poor family relationships, divorce, income instability and suicidal thoughts. In fact, every 65 minutes, a veteran’s life ends by suicide. But equine-assisted therapy can provide the hope and healing that positively impacts and helps restore the lives of these brave heroes. For the past 40 years, beyond the standard medical approach, equine-assisted therapy has been proven to effectively aid and reduce symptoms in individuals suffering with PTSD. According to the National Institute of Health, participants of equine-assisted programs have reported reduced anxiety and depression symptoms, along with elevated self-esteem and self-awareness, improved daily functioning, communication, and trust, in addition to increased overall well-being.

Administrative leaders, equine-assisted program experts, certified horse handlers, and a caring group of volunteers make up the Hope & Healing at Hillenglade team.

With more than 25 of our service members and veterans being lost to suicide each day, we know the need is great to help them reclaim their lives and get back on their feet. Please join us in support of their journey towards healing and recovery.