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Horses Inspiring Hope

CELEBRATING 35 YEARS!

Mission Statement

To promote wellness for people with personal challenges who can benefit from equine assisted activities and therapies in a safe and supportive environment.

Our Programs

Healing Strides has many services available for a variety of needs.
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APPLE FESTIVAL VENDOR APPLICATION

Apple Festival Vendor Application

HSVA MERCH STORE

Stock up on all your favorite Healing Strides gear! 

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Upcoming events

First Fridays Concert - June

June 19, 2026 5:00 PM

First Fridays "Party with a Purpose" is a summer concert series in Downtown Roanoke!

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Women's Retreat Series

August 1, 2026 9:30 AM

Spend the day exploring your personal values, identity, and unique worth!

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Apple Smash Concert

September 11, 2026 5:00 PM

Join us for a fun evening of music to kick off Apple Festival weekend! 

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Boones Mill Healing Strides Apple Festival presented by EZ Mobility

September 12, 2026 10:00 AM

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Women's Retreat Series

October 17, 2026 9:30 AM

Spend the day exploring your personal values, identity, and unique worth!

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IN THE NEWS

Tall In The Saddle Podcast Interview with Carol Young

March 30, 2026
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Healing Strides of Virginia ensuring therapy horses are ready for more chilly weather

February 2, 2026
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"Healing with Horses" Interview with The News Feed

October 22, 2025
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  • Safe housing

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SUCCESS STORIES

Maggie loves the horses and the volunteers! Beyond the joy she finds in riding, there has been wonderful progress in her speech and muscle tone.

-Robin

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