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Thinking Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies at Cheff are for you/someone you know? Read on! 

In order to be sure that this is a good fit for all involved, and to get each client scheduled in a space that would be most beneficial to them, Cheff has a 5 step intake process.

1. Give us a call at 269-731-4471

We’ll chat with you about the specifics of you/your client’s situation and figure out if you/your client qualifies for our services, and if so, what program may be best.

2. Schedule an assessment

Assessments are strategically scheduled during quiet programming hours and are conducted by one of our instructors. These appointments help us determine how we can make your experience at Cheff most beneficial and are designed to give everyone a good idea of what to expect on their first day of programming. We introduce you to the facility, the program process, determine what type of horse is appropriate, and what level of support is needed.

3. Fill out client paperwork

Client paperwork MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO YOUR ASSESSMENT.

4. Attend your assessment

5. Sign up for a riding session

We will work with you to determine the best fit available on our schedule for your needs and walk you through the sign up process. This often happens prior to leaving your assessment. Cheff’s current schedule is very full and day/time options for new riders may be limited. We will do our best to find something that works!

COST

Hippotherapy is billed in 15 minute ‘units’ which are $45. Cost per visit varies depending on how long your scheduled appointments are.

Hippotherapy 
(Physical Therapy)

Therapeutic Riding

Group Therapeutic Riding lessons last approximately 1 hour and are $50 a lesson. Private lessons last for 30 minutes and are $60 a lesson. Lessons are billed in “sessions” (between 4 and 7 weeks) and payment is due no later than the first lesson of each session.

Some insurances do cover Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies (particularly Hippotherapy.) Cheff does NOT bill insurance, but may be able to provide you with the necessary documentation to submit for reimbursement.

Insurance

Cheff does have limited scholarship opportunities for those who demonstrate great financial need. We also may be able to refer clients with financial need to other community resources who may be able to help. If you feel you may qualify for financial aid, please contact Sandi at Cheff - 269-731-4471.

Financial Aid

Client Paperwork

Current paperwork is required for participation in any of Cheff's programs and new paperwork must be completed prior to client assessments. You can download client paperwork below. We’re happy to accept these via email, fax, mail, or hand delivery!

Physician consent is also required. You can download a Physician’s Consent form to take in to your doctor here by clicking the link below, or we are certainly happy to fax the information to your doctor’s office on your behalf if you give us a call at 269-731-4471.

Click here to download the client packet.