OTD Capstone Projects
Abstract
This project focused on the development and implementation of a revitalized horse movement evaluation program at Saddle Up!, a non-profit organization providing equine-assisted therapy for children with disabilities. The initiative aimed to enhance the evaluation and documentation process for therapy horses by creating a structured digital file system, improving horse movement evaluation forms, and developing a staff training program. These improvements supported the organization's mission to provide high-quality equine-assisted activities by ensuring standardized, accessible, and effective assessment of therapy horses.
Publication Date
Spring 4-10-2025
Faculty Mentor
Dr. Elena Espiritu, PhD, OTD, OTR/L, BCPR
Department
Occupational Therapy, School of
Document Type
Poster
Degree
Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Degree Level
Doctoral
Degree Grantor
Belmont University
Keywords
Equine-Assisted Therapy; Horse Movement Evaluation; Occupational Therapy; Adaptive Riding; Therapy Horse Assessment; Standardized Evaluation Forms; Staff Training; Documentation System; Special Needs Children; Non-Profit Rehabilitation
Recommended Citation
Nolan, Mary, "Revitalized Horse Movement Evaluation Program at Saddle Up!" (2025). OTD Capstone Projects. 209.
https://repository.belmont.edu/otdcapstoneprojects/209
