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Volunteer of the Month: Karen

Volunteer of the Month: Karen

Congratulations to our September Volunteer of the Month Karen Levy. Volunteer Services Manager Michele Gingras has this to say, "Over the past year and a half, Karen has proven to be an outstanding addition to our volunteer team. She is dependable, highly regarded by...

Tex: 5 FAQs About Our Facility Dog

Tex: 5 FAQs About Our Facility Dog

Tex VI, our beloved facility dog at The Shea Center, has captured the hearts of clients, staff, and visitors alike. Here’s a closer look at some of the most common questions we get about Tex — with answers from Matt Mitchell, Tex’s handler. 1. Background &...

Therapy Horse Bio: Meet Punkin

Therapy Horse Bio: Meet Punkin

Punkin is a darling chocolate palomino Appaloosa pony. She is quite the stunner with her spotted rump and face and her spectacular shimmering blonde mane and tail. And doesn’t she know it—Punkin prances about in true princess style like she owns the place. Punkin was...

What to Expect at the 2025 Shea BBQ

What to Expect at the 2025 Shea BBQ

The Shea Center’s 47th Annual BBQ & Family Faire, proudly presented by The Klein Family, is just around the corner on Saturday, September 27, and has been voted “Most Unique Event” by the Orange County Business Journal and “Best Local Event” by The Capistrano...

DPR Construction Enhances Daily Care for Shea’s Herd

DPR Construction Enhances Daily Care for Shea’s Herd

DPR Construction has a long history of contributing to The Shea Center as well as other communities. From corporate training and education for our staff to hands-on construction projects, DPR truly lives up to their mission to “exist to build great things.” Thanks to...

Volunteer of the Month: Henry

Volunteer of the Month: Henry

Congratulations to Henry, our volunteer of the month for August. Volunteer Services Manager, Michele Gingras, has this comment: "Henry’s calm demeanor allows him to work well with any client or horse. He is dependable and consistently dedicated to his commitments."...

47th Annual BBQ and Family Faire Fundraiser

47th Annual BBQ and Family Faire Fundraiser

You are invited to attend The Shea Center's 47th Annual BBQ and Family Faire, presented by The Klein Family, on September 27, 2025, from 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. Voted “Best Annual Event” by The Capistrano Dispatch People’s Choice Horseshoe Awards, this family-friendly event...

Staff Bio: Kris Yellin, Equine Specialist

Staff Bio: Kris Yellin, Equine Specialist

In April 2025, Kris joined the Equine Department as an Equine Specialist. In this role, she participates in the horse exercise program to support the safety and effectiveness of therapy and adaptive riding services, assists with the overall health and well-being of...

Volunteer of the Month: Tonya

Volunteer of the Month: Tonya

Volunteer Services Manager Michele Gingras has this to say about our Volunteer of the Month. "Tonya’s calm and flexible nature makes her a great fit with any staff member or horse in our herd. She connects well with our clients and generously dedicates her Saturday...

Therapy Horse Bio: Meet Pixie

Therapy Horse Bio: Meet Pixie

Learn about Pixie, aka “Ms. Personality.” Pixie is a darling, playful Gypsy Vanner mare who loves to engage any human passing by her stall. Within the short time she has been at Shea, Pixie has already shown that great talent is packed in her small, but mighty horse...

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