Case Studies from Age in Action

Document Type

Article

Original Publication Date

2018

Journal/Book/Conference Title

Age in Action

Volume

33

Issue

4

First Page

1

Last Page

6

Date of Submission

October 2018

Abstract

Educational Objectives

1. Demonstrate the encouraging outcomes therapeutic horseback riding programs can have for older adults with memory loss.

2. Describe the importance of trained volunteers and staff at both the riding center and the long-term care community for aiding older adults with memory loss during the therapeutic riding program.

3. Showcase the research process and pilot results.

4. Highlight lessons learned and future directions for Silver Saddles.

Rights

Copyright managed by Virginia Center on Aging.

Recommended Citation

Jensen, C. (2018). Silver Saddles: An Equestrian Intervention for Older Adults with Dementia. Age in Action, 33(4), 1-6.

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