Caregiver Wellness Circle – Because You Matter Too!

Caregiver Wellness Circle takes place every Wednesday morning:

September 16th – November 18th, 10:00 – 11:15 am

The Caregiver Wellness Circle is a weekly experiential gathering designed to help caregivers reduce stress, build resilience, and rediscover balance through guided conversations, practical tools, mindfulness, and meaningful interactions with horses.

If you’re a caregiver, you may have found yourself thinking…

“I don’t remember the last time I did something just for me.”
“I feel guilty whenever I take time for myself.”
“No one really understands what this is like.”
“I love the person I’m caring for, but I’m losing myself.”

You give so much of yourself; it’s ok to take care of yourself too!

Mending Stride’s Caregiver Wellness Circle is not a traditional support group. It isn’t just a place to talk, but a place to breathe, reflect and reconnect with yourself. Partnering with our horse’s creates a rare opportunity where you don’t have to…

Be the strong one
Solve everyone’s problems

Have all the answers
Put on a brave face

You can simply be present.

Each week offers a different theme, including:

Managing stress and preventing burnout
Processing difficult emotions
Finding calm through mindfulness and horses

Setting healthy boundaries
Learning to ask for help
Rediscovering hope and purpose

Attend one session or come regularly—each experience stands on its own.

What to Expect

No horse experience is needed.
Every session is different and can be attended independently.
Come as often—or as occasionally—as you need.
Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes.

Leave feeling calmer, more connected, and reminded that you matter, too.
This is not a riding opportunity so there is no pressure
Sessions limited to eight participants

Suggested Caregiver Contribution: $15

No one should miss a session because of financial hardship. If the contribution is a barrier, please contact us.

Caregiver Wellness Circle – Because You Matter Too!

Horses have an extraordinary way of inviting us to slow down, be authentic, and stay present in the moment so that we can become more aware of ourselves and practice new ways of coping in a supportive environment.

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Mending Hearts,
One Stride at a Time

Mending Strides Ranch is the premier equine-assisted psychotherapy establishment in the Charlotte Metro area, committed to creating a sanctuary for individuals facing the impacts of trauma, abuse, and emotional obstacles. Our approach involves guided experiences with equine-assisted therapies that are specifically tailored to enhance mental well-being, build confidence, and find more joy in life.

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6 Benefits of Equine-Assistance Therapy

Improved Confidence

Successfully navigating the tasks involved with Equine-Assisted Therapy helps instill a sense of resilience and achievement among participants, which boosts their confidence.

Better Communication Skills

Working with horses encourages non-verbal communication, such as body language and subtle emotional cues, that improves communication skills with others.

Trust

Participants learn to build a bond with the horses based on trust and mutual respect, which carries over to other areas of their life.

Connection

Building a relationship with a horse requires trust, patience, and mutual respect. Through these interactions, individuals can develop skills for building and maintaining healthy connections with others in their life.

Growth

Through regular interactions with horses and the therapeutic process, individuals may gain insights into their strengths, values, and personal identity to help them grow as a person.

Self-Acceptance

Interacting with horses in a therapeutic setting creates a safe and supportive environment where individuals can feel accepted and valued for who they are.