LifeStriders

LifeStriders is a nonprofit organization that provides life-enhancing physical and psychological exp Therapeutic Riding
Social Skills
Counseling
Youth Program

06/03/2026

🐴❤️ Volunteering at LifeStriders comes with many rewards. From building connections with our riders to spending time with our incredible horses, every volunteer helps make a difference.

Meet Gio, one of the newest members of our herd! We're excited for him to be part of the LifeStriders family and for our volunteers to get to know him along the way.

Interested in joining our team? Learn more about volunteer opportunities and how you can get involved at LifeStriders: https://www.lifestriders.org/volunteer.html

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor those who served our country with courage and sacrifice. 🇺🇸

Wishing our LifeStriders community a meaningful Memorial Day as we reflect with gratitude and remembrance. 💙🐴

05/20/2026

🐎✨ SAVE THE DATE ✨🐎

Derby Days 2026 is coming! From July 11–28, our incredible Jockeys will share their stories, rally support, and race down the virtual track in support of LifeStriders’ life-changing mission.

Get ready to cheer on our Jockeys, support their journey, and help create lasting impact for the individuals and families we serve. 💛

05/06/2026

Attention Current LifeStriders Volunteers!

We need your help! It is spring, and that means we are hard at work getting our paddocks cleaned after the winter season. We will be hosting a Paddock Picking Party this Thursday, May 7 from 9:30am to 12:30pm. Sign up is in Wranglr--reach out to our herd manager, Erin, with any questions.

Please join us--the more the merrier!

04/28/2026

National Occupational Therapy Month 💙🐴

This month, we’re celebrating the impact of occupational therapy at LifeStriders—and the incredible professionals who make it possible.

We’re grateful to have both an Occupational Therapist (OT) and an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) as part of our team, working together to support our riders in building strength, coordination, independence, and confidence.

In the barn, therapy looks a little different. It might be reaching for the reins, improving posture in the saddle, or connecting with a horse in a way that builds trust and emotional growth.

Every session is thoughtful, purposeful, and centered around each rider’s unique goals—and we’re so thankful for the care and dedication our OT team brings to this work every day. 💙

04/27/2026

🐴❤️ Meet the Team Monday ❤️🐴

This week, we’re excited to introduce Martha, our new Occupational Therapist!

❓ What is your role at LifeStriders?
I am an Occupational Therapist and Social Skills Facilitator.

❓ What is your background?
I earned my Master’s degree from Mount Mary University and have experience working in pediatric clinics as well as home health care with older adults.

❓ What brought you to LifeStriders?
I was drawn to LifeStriders because of its nature-based approach to care and unique setting. Working with horses supports not only physical strength, balance, and coordination, but also emotional regulation, confidence, and self-esteem. The connection participants build with the horses encourages trust, patience, and a sense of accomplishment in a hands-on way, while the outdoor environment makes the experience feel engaging and calming.

❓ Favorite barn sound?
The sound of horse hooves on the concrete barn floor.

❤️ We’re so happy to have Martha as part of the LifeStriders team!

👇 Help us welcome Martha in the comments below!

04/26/2026

Recently, we celebrated a very special member of the LifeStriders family. 🐴❤️

Meet Almar, an Icelandic gelding born in 1992 who joined LifeStriders in June of 2013. It didn’t take long for him to win over the hearts of riders, volunteers, and staff. Known for his intelligence, kindness, and incredible patience, Almar is a steady and trusted partner in the arena.

Almar has made a meaningful impact on so many who come through our barn, and we are so grateful for the calm, connection, and confidence he helps create every day.

He was recently recognized for his impact—and of course, celebrated with a special treat!

04/25/2026

🐴 Volunteer Appreciation Week 🐴

Today, we had the opportunity to celebrate something truly special—our incredible volunteers.

At LifeStriders, our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Whether they’re leading horses, side-walking, helping behind the scenes, or simply showing up with a smile, they make each lesson possible and each connection meaningful.

Because of you, our riders gain confidence, build strength, and experience the joy of working with our amazing horses. Your time, compassion, and dedication do not go unnoticed—and today was just a small way to say thank you.

We are so grateful for each and every one of you.

If you’ve been part of the LifeStriders volunteer community, we’d love to hear—what has been your favorite memory at the barn?

04/17/2026

💙🐴 Calling All LifeStriders Volunteers! 🐴💙

This one is for you.

We’re so excited to celebrate our amazing volunteers at our upcoming Volunteer Appreciation Party—a small way to say thank you for everything you do for our horses, riders, and community.

If you’re a current LifeStriders volunteer, please take a moment to RSVP using the details in the image below (QR code included!).

We hope you can join us!

04/11/2026

One of our favorite parts of each lesson happens at the very end.

Our riders put together a treat bowl for their horse as a simple way to say thank you. It’s a chance to slow down, share a quiet moment, and end on a positive note.

It’s also a fun way to build responsibility, confidence, and connection along the way. 💙🐴

Address

S11 W29667 Summit Avenue
Waukesha, WI
53188

Telephone

+12625656124

Website

http://www.lifestriders.org/

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