Not a Typical Animal Ranch!

In this episode of Get Inspired with Dr. Barb, Marjorie Borreda shares her insights on animal-assisted intervention through her nonprofit organization, Le Petit Ranch. The conversation explores the innovative activities offered at the ranch, the intergenerational connections fostered between children and seniors, and the transformative moments that arise from animal interactions. Marjorie emphasizes the importance of collaboration, creativity, and the unexpected outcomes that come from working with animals in therapeutic settings. The episode highlights the diverse range of animals at the ranch and the educational benefits they provide to the community.

Takeaways:

-Marjorie Borreda emphasizes the importance of community engagement in animal-assisted interventions.

-Le Petit Ranch offers personalized activities based on the needs of the community.

-Intergenerational connections between children and seniors are fostered through animal interactions.

-Overcoming fear of animals can lead to transformative changes in individuals' lives.

-Outdoor therapy with animals provides a different learning environment for children.

-Creative learning activities can be developed around animal interactions.

-Diverse animal companions enhance the therapeutic experience at Le Petit Ranch.

-Collaboration with educators and therapists is crucial for successful animal-assisted programs.

-Unexpected outcomes often arise from animal-assisted interventions, enriching lives in unforeseen ways.

-The power of the herd is significant in the context of therapy with miniature horses.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Animal Assisted Intervention

02:43 Innovative Activities at Le Petit Ranch

05:32 Intergenerational Connections: Kids and Seniors

08:22 Transformative Moments in Animal Interaction

11:18 The Role of Different Animals in Therapy

14:08 Creative Approaches in Animal-Assisted Learning

16:51 Practical Activities for Educators

19:46 Diverse Animal Partners at Le Petit Ranch

22:41 Collaboration and Community Engagement

25:29 Final Thoughts and Future Directions

30:54 Introduction to the Get Inspired Show

30:56 The Importance of Mindfulness in Daily Life

Please connect with Marjorie:

Website: https://www.lepetitranch.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/le.petit.ranch?igsh=MWpkMHhpMmdvejEzMg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14bEvaK4o3/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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