Who Benefits
In 1968, long-time area educator W.R. Rochelle, began the foundation for the Rochelle Center to offer support for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Support would enhance the skills necessary for individuals to become as independent as possible in our community. Today’s Rochelle Center continues that mission by supporting 130 clients in supported employment programs, daycare services for individuals with severe to moderate disabilities, and residential services.
Saddle Up!’s mission is to provide children and young adults with disabilities the opportunity to grow and develop through therapeutic, educational and recreational activities with horses. Saddle Up! will serve over 220 children and young adults this year, providing 5000 hours of programming in 8 year-round programs. Saddle Up! is the oldest and largest program of its kind in the region, and the only one exclusively serving children and young adults who have disabilities. We are a Premier Center accredited by PATH International, the organization that sets the standards for safety and quality in equine assisted programs.
