The “Team Family” ProgrammeUsing Equine Assisted Learning

What is equine assisted learning?

“In its broadest sense, I see

equine assisted learning as

any interaction between a

person and a horse where

the person learns something

about themselves.”

Tricia Day (founder of EAQ)

Horses can help with…

• Communication• Behavioural issues• Anxiety/Depression• Recovery from

addiction• Special educational

needs – autism/ADHD• Personal & team

development

Horses can help develop…

• Self-awareness

• Confidence

• Behaviour management

• Better relationships

How is equine assisted learning unique?

• The horses are the teachers/therapists/coaches

• Based on herd dynamics and flight instinct

• Non-judgemental feedback

• The facilitators guide, rather than direct the learning

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Equine Assisted Recovery

• Improve self-esteem• Build trust• Learn about boundaries• Supportive atmosphere• Non-confrontational• Non-judgemental• Healthy “mood alterers”

“Team Family”

Aim: To collaborate with mainstream family interventions by providing a non-judgemental, innovative learning experience for parents to

• recognise impact they have on the family

• develop confidence to make the desired changes to improve quality of family life.

“Team Family”: Objectives

• Greater self awareness• Changes in attitude and

beliefs• Improved management of

behaviour • Better communication• Tools to create functional

family environment

“Team Family”: Assessment

• Facilitator guided activities

• Portfolio of evidence: Reflections Observations Photos Feedback forms

“Team Family”: Delivery

• 6 x 2 hour sessions minimum

• Small groups• Engagement of parents• Practical support• Cooperation with other

agencies• Incorporate other family

members

Foundation for change

Learning outcomes break cycle of:

• Anti-social behaviour• Disengagement from

education• Poor parenting• Dysfunctional relationships

Hampshire Centres

• Certified EAL facilitators• Existing HCC service providers- Short

Breaks/Substance Misuse/Children’s Services

• Experience of working with children and adults

• Countywide programme

For further information:

• Susie Little Tower House Horses• 01962 774245/07721 555777• info@towerhousehorses.co.uk