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Our Location
Saving Grace Farm is located at
565 Trexler Loop
Salisbury,
NC 28144
Click here for Map and Driving Directions
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Our Horses
Henry
Henry is 31 yr. old Appendix gelding with a kind heart and a great attitude. Before coming to the farm he showed
in jumpers and dressage, as well as some western pleasure. With all the qualities of an angel, he is our most trusted
steed. He has given confidence to countless students, as well as inexperienced volunteers who are learning to lead.
We are truly blessed to have such an amazing creature among us, and hope that he will be with us for years to come.  Alistar
A 19 yr. old, 16'2 hand Hanoverian cross, Al has been on the farm
for about two years. In his previous life he was Fourth level dressage horse, which makes him very highly educated in
equine terms. He is now teaching students what he knows about dressage, as well as carrying the biggest of our TR riders.
He is also proving to be a fantastic vaulting horse, which means he goes around in a circle while riders balance in different
poses on his back. A very important and gorgeous member of the herd, we are very thankful that Al has "retired"
with us.
Misty
Misty is the cutest little blonde pony we know. She teaches students to pay attention, treat others with respect and
sensitivity, and to keep their energy calm and controlled. She is a perfectionist, and insists that we all do everything
just right. When we do, we are rewarded with a perfect, willing partner that responds to the slightest move. In
addition to TR, Misty teaches many regular riding lessons and loves to jump! Scout
Scout is an 11 yr. old rescued Arabian. He loves people and makes
a very responsive mirror of human behavior. He helps us teach our students about body language and body awareness.
He is great for groundwork and loves to be groomed and given attention. He would sit in your lap if he could fit.
Jubilee
Jubilee was born here
at the farm in June of 2005. Now at 3 years old, she is proving to be an ideal therapy horse. Outgoing, social,
confident, and gentle, this little mare is a delightful addition to our program. Jubi has been participating in ground
lessons since she was a foal, and now she also carries students in riding lessons. Her strong build and short stature
make her an ideal pony for carrying riders that need extra support from sidewalkers.
Moe
Moe is a 25 year old Thoroughbred. He was donated to
the farm about four years ago. He is a former race horse and show horse that has retired here on our farm.
Due to medical issues he now only participates in grooming and ground activities. But he has a gentle personality
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Our Staff
Jill Hoben
Jill is the Executive Director as well as the founder and President of Saving Grace
Farm, Inc. She started the organization in 2000 to help special needs citizens in the Rowan-Salisbury area. She holds
a BA from Catawba College in Communications, and is currently pursuing her masters in Professional Counseling at Liberty University.
Jill is a certified NARHA instructor and has had training as an equine specialist in equine-facilitated mental health.
She has fifteen plus years experience with horses and seven years experience working with special needs populations.
Stacey
Carter
Stacey is the farm's equine specialist, program director and head instructor. She holds
a BA from Davidson College in Medical Ethics, is a NARHA certified instructor, and has had training as an equine specialist
in equine-facilitated mental health. A lifelong passion for horses and a desire to contribute something positive to
the community have led her to the field of therapeutic riding and horsemanship. A professional horse trainer, her unique
program focuses on building a relationship between horse and human. Starting horses under saddle has taught her about
cooperation, partnership and leadership, and these are the skills she shares with volunteers and students at the farm.
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