"This program was life-changing for me." - Veteran

"It is hard not to see the true value that Kairos Spring Farm brings to everyone that steps foot on their grounds.  The beauty of the property, the horses, leaders, and the program.  As a mother I struggle with staying calm, being present and talking myself down in the heat of the moment.  I walked away that very first day with real life ways to chill out.  

I thought I was just volunteering, no, no, no, Kairos shows and delivers tools for coping with triggers that lead us to paths of anger, aggression, sadness, and the like, I wasn’t expecting to personally use the emotional agility tools right away.  I do what was shown and it changes the trajectory of my relationships and my mental health.  Anxiety, depression, sorrow, low self-esteem and more, really suck, they don’t have to with the help of Kairos Spring Farm.  I can’t wait to volunteer again!" 

"I feel peaceful here."

"KSF empowers participants to discover new ways of responding to life’s traumas and difficulties. With their personal stories and genuine compassion, Leslie and Ellie bring grace and light to painful and sometimes even dreadful human darkness. They are aided by extraordinary teachers: KO, JP, Sansa, Holly, and Tucker, each of whom brings “the wisdom of the horse” – non-judgment, reassurance, and, best of all, equine cuddles"

"I’ve loved getting excited justice-involved youth from our community-based programs as well as youth who are locked up out to Kairos Spring Farm. Each of those who have come, including staff, have had very powerful experiences with the horses and volunteers. It is a partnership that will last well into the future! I’m so grateful for this program!"

"There is astounding work being offered at Kairos! Our time with the horses supported well all that we were invited to notice about ourselves as we processed how we respond to the stressors of life. I appreciated the attention to our bodies and breath work in addition to stimulating our minds. The tools we were given were invaluable and I recommend the experience highly for anyone seeking greater emotional freedom and health. Thank you!"

"I am still speechless, and have found myself reflecting on the afternoon several times this weekend.  Taking such dark, taboo subjects into the light [during discussion time] and examining them takes away so much of their power, shame and guilt. 

The beauty and connection they are part of at the farm offers them a few hours of respite from the difficulties they are experiencing in their life.  I hope the benefits they experience at Kairos Spring Farm will begin to extend beyond the physical hours at the farm and they will begin to find the same beauty and connection in their everyday life."

'I had no idea what to expect when I arrived at Kairos Spring Farm. The warmth and openness of staff and volunteers immediately set me at ease. My previous experience with horses had been filled with my feelings of insecurity and anxiety around wanting to not look fearful or inadequate in front of others. At Kairos I was given opportunity to experience the honest acceptance of these truly amazing in-tune horses. Connecting with the horses and the amazing staff created an environment of peace, honest reflection and tools for every day living.'

"I loved every moment and challenge."

"I don't want to leave.  Can I take Sansa home with me?"