The Bk Foundation, Inc

THE BK FOUNDATION was created from our heartfelt desire to provide personal healing. Our objective is for our organization to provide rehabilitation and therapeutic socialization and riding for socially and physically challenged individuals, who suffer from physical and social disorders such as Autism, ADD, ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, eating disorders, MS, Polio, ALS, Fibromyalgia, as well as Equine Enhanced Counseling for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, trauma, addiction recovery, and terminal illness. THE BK FOUNDATION is a healing sanctuary. THE BK FOUNDATION provides a variety of animals in the facility to provide different levels of therapy that caters the individual needs of the person. The interaction with the animals, horseback riding, as well as grooming and equine based therapeutic sessions to those in need (ages 3 years and up) that rehabilitate the mind and body while interacting and caring for the variety of animals. Equine-based therapy has been shown to improve the quality of life for those experiencing physical and developmental disabilities that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges as well as those experiencing delays in physical and intellectual development. It has also been proven effective in those with social challenges and unusual behaviors otherwise thought to be unreachable by modern therapies. Animal interaction, Equine-based therapeutic sessions, and our horseback riding sessions improve: Motor development, coordination, and muscle tone Relaxation of spastic muscles Sensory stimulation to the body and brain Balance and posture Emotional and psychological well being The cardiovascular system by increased stimulation Self-esteem, confidence and feelings of self control Aggressive or hyperactive behavior by channeling these behaviors & promoting the development of meaningful relationships and bonds Ones sense of control and freedom