Meet the Horse Rhythm Foundation (HRF)
Sundancer Stables welcomed the Horse Rhythm Foundation (HRF) team in August and September 2013. Horse Rhythm Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization.
Horse Rhythm Foundation is a nonprofit organization designed to offer specialized services for veterans, first responders and their families suffering with mental health disorders (PTSD) and physical disabilities (traumatic brain injuries, amputations, etc.) due to combat or public safety tragedies. It was established and is fostered by disabled war veterans in an attempt to bridge the gap between conventional healing and whole-being wellness of mind, body and spirit. HRF offers equine-assisted services that recognize, respect, and honor the basic values of our military, law enforcement and firefighters, as well as their families.
For more information on the Horse Rhythm Foundation please visit their website at:
Link to HRF's website
or contact them by calling them on (602)432-2009
or by emailing them at info@horserhythm.org
Meet Horse Rhythm Foundation's team
The Horse Rhythm Foundation team is made up of the following team members:
- Sahika Riley, MPAS,PA-C, is Founder
- Carmen Meridith, D.Sc., MS, PA-C is President
- Arni Cook is Secretary/Treasurer
- Michael Proscia is Iraqi Liaison
- Alex Lopez is First Responder Liaison
- Elizabeth Darr is Volunteer Coordinator/Office Administrator
Now meet some of HRF's horses:
Meet Major
Major is an 11 year old registered Tennessee Walking Horse. He is sired by Hillbilly Bob T.N. and his mother is Supreme Hallelujah. His has a sweet disposition. His intelligence and willingness to please has made Major an important part of the team. Major is proudly sponsored by the Arizona Diamondbacks!
Meet Sam
Sam is a registered Norwegian Fjord and displays all of the desirable characteristics and traits of the Fjord breed. He stands 14 hh and weighs approximately 950 lbs. Fjords are hearty, stout and extremely easy to own and train. They look for human companionship and adapt to every discipline and training. Although they rarely are bigger than a large pony, they are a draft breed and have been used for centuries to work by pulling wagons, plows and carriages. They were the battle steed for the Vikings and are believed to be the closest relative to prehistoric Pryzwalski horses. Sam is naturally calm, quiet and willing to work. He’s still adapting to our Arizona heat so HRF’s schedule suits him just fine! Sam loves the trails and is being trained to drive the new, custom carriage that will safely accommodate wheelchairs in the driving position. Sam is up for the challenge and is proud to serve! Sam is proudly sponsored by the Military Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 691!