Type of service: Interventions and therapies, Respite and short breaks

Service URL: http://www.donkeysanddartmoors.co.uk

Donkeys and Dartmoors is located near Kingsbridge in South Devon, between Plymouth and Torbay. Jonquil Stapleton is an EAQ Certified Facilitator and together with her team of donkeys and Dartmoor ponies seeks to help children, young people and adults through equine assisted learning (EAL). EAL may benefit those who have a particular difficulty or condition such as a Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), challenging behaviour or low self-esteem. We provide opportunities for people to interact with donkeys and ponies, helping to build confidence and reduce anxiety..

We also have a two bed holiday cottage on site where people can stay for long or short term breaks..

Aimed at: Adult , Child , Young person

Specialisms: Has autism-specific elements

Other specialisms: Challenging behaviour

Registrations and professional qualifications: EAQ (Equine Assisted Qualifications) Certified Facilitator; Primary school teacher; Speech and Language Therapist.