Congratulations to our April Volunteers of the Month, Alyssa and Hailey. Volunteer services manager Michele Gingras commented: "Alyssa and Hailey are an excellent addition to the volunteer team at Shea. They show up each week with bright smiles and a heartfelt...
The H.T.F Charitable Foundation and Roger and Helen Abramson recently sponsored a fantastic event at The Shea Center for participants in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) from Camp Pendleton. EFMP provides specialized medical or educational services,...
Tanner, now seven years old, has been a client at The Shea Center for three years. Born four weeks prematurely, Tanner’s mother, Courtney, knew during her pregnancy that something wasn’t right. Tanner was later diagnosed with cerebral palsy and hypotonia, which caused...
Twelve-year-old Georgia was diagnosed with autism and ADHD at the age of nine. When her mother, Jaymie, received the diagnosis, she knew immediately that The Shea Center was where she wanted to take her daughter for therapy. Unfortunately, there was a six-month...
Jannet, a happy kindergartner, has been a Shea Center speech client utilizing hippotherapy for the past year. She came to the Center to address challenges with speech delay and balance. Her mother, Jazmin, shares that Jannet’s love for riding is boundless—so much so...
For over 40 years, The Shea Center has been an enthusiastic participant in the San Juan Capistrano Swallows Day Parade, which is now in its 65th year. Every March, Shea Center clients, volunteers, and staff come together to celebrate the vibrant community spirit of...
Thank you to everyone who voted for us in The Capistrano Dispatch Best of San Juan Capistrano People’s Choice Horseshoe Awards. We won the Gold Award in two categories! Best Local Nonprofit Best Horse Training and a Silver Award too! Best Camp for Kids...
Learn about Tucker, who can tune in to human emotional cues and has become a star in the family military program. Why we love him: Tucker is a gentle, laid-back Quarter Horse gelding. His personality and smooth gait are great for various riders in all programs....
When people think of Shea Center volunteers, lesson volunteers often come to mind. However, the Center depends on a diverse group of volunteers to support its daily operations and ensure the success of our nonprofit organization. We have various volunteer roles such...
Congratulations to our volunteer of the month, Barb Reichel. Volunteer Services Manager Michele Gingras says, "Barbara is fun to be around; her sharp wit and warm personality make client lessons enjoyable and engaging!" Why we love her: Barb is a sidewalker dedicated...