Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association

Committed to improving the quality of life of
physically, emotionally and mentally challenged
persons through equine related therapy.

Volunteers

How do I Volunteer?

You must call to book an orientation session if you are interested in volunteering. Orientation session dates are scheduled as needed – usually every other month and often a one on one orientation can be arranged.

Who is the Volunteer?

Volunteers are one of the most important aspects of a safe, successful therapeutic riding program. Volunteers are giving people with an interest in helping others. They are able to commit to the same time each week throughout the 10 week session.

How does the Volunteer help the Program?

Volunteers are the backbone of the program, helping with the many tasks which may include side walking, leading, farm related chores, cleaning, painting and fundraising. Volunteers do many supportive jobs, which make the non-profit programs work. Volunteers bring new ideas for the lessons and the program. Volunteers help support the riders emotionally as well as physically.

What is expected from a Volunteer?

Due to the tasks performed volunteers are expected to be 14 years or older. You will be asked to commit to the weekly therapeutic riding sessions as a horse leader or a side walker. Other responsibilities may include farm maintenance, cleaning, gardening, etc. All Volunteers are trained before being allowed to handle horses or assist with students during riding lessons. On-going training is also provided during the course of the year. Volunteers are not expected to have horse experience before attending a training orientation, just a strong desire to learn from our experienced staff.

To find out more call   (519)726-7682

CODE OF ETHICS

A Code of Ethics has been established to define acceptable behaviours and promote high standards for this organization.

Employees, volunteers and Board Members of the Windsor Essex Therapeutic Riding Association (WETRA) are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner. They will:

1. treat one another with dignity and not harass or discriminate.

2.  maintain an environment that advocates cooperation, communication and respect the ideas of others.

3. demonstrate honesty and integrity

4. respect WETRA property.

5. treat all animals on WETRA property humanely and report any mistreatment to the program director immediately.

6. maintain confidentiality with regard to all business relating to WETRA.

7. comply with safety standards, policies and procedures.

8. attend to assigned duties in a professional and timely manner.

9. manage resources effectively and responsibly

10. not attend WETRA property under the influence or consumption of alcohol, non-prescribed drugs or other intoxicants. 

     

BEING A VOLUNTEER

It’s not for money. It’s not for fame
It’s not for any personal gain
It’s just for love of fellow man
It’s just to lend a helping hand

It’s just to give a tithe of self
That’s something you can’t buy with wealth
It’s not for medals won with pride
It’s for that feeling deep inside

It’s that reward down in your heart
It’s that feeling that you’ve been a part
Of helping others, far and near
That makes you be a volunteer!!!!!