Sunday, September 2, 2012

Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding - Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding

Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding exists to improve the lives of children and adults with disabilities.

CATR staff and volunteers are dedicated to helping students find joy and accomplishment through Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies.  This nonprofit has been serving individuals with a variety of disabilities and conditions since 1991.  A team of staff members including certified instructors, physical therapists, doctors, psychologists, and special education teachers, along with a well-trained volunteer corps, work together to serve over 140 children and adults per year.

CATR has worked with individuals with disabilities such as:
  • Autism
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Downs Syndrome
  • Intellectual Disabilities
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Mental Health Illness
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Speech/Language/Hearing Impairments
  • Spina Bifida
  • Seizure Disorder
  • Traumatic or Acquired Brain Injury
  • Visual Impairments



  • A true inspiration!  Congratulations to Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding for impacting the lives of so many in a special and significant way. Best wishes!

    Check out the fantastic video about CATR.  You'll love it!
    Video link:  http://youtu.be/T6cLdV4lx28

    Learn more about CATR here:
    http://www.catrfarms.org/

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