Warm Springs Care Farm is a not for profit 501(c)3 located on a historic, equine property on the east end of Boise, Idaho. We partner with our neighbors and talented community members to offer volunteer opportunities and care farming experiences for children, adolescents and young adults.
Our Mission is to improve the mental health and well-being of families with restorative care farm and nature-based, therapeutic experiences. We promote volunteerism and create shared experiences outside for people to connect to nature heal and grow
The Warm Springs Care Farm is not a petting zoo, but a therapeutic family care farm that offers a variety of volunteer programs such as animal care, Barn Club, art workshops, nature time, therapist trainings, and yoga/movement/breath, offered free at the farm to small groups and individuals. We partner with Children's Home Counseling Services, who seasonally offers one-on-one nature- based therapy sessions.
"For me, looking forward to going to the farm is what gets me through the day. Every time I come, I enjoy working with my hands, because it lets me process and slow down, and makes me feel so peaceful after. The community is so great and from the moment you get there, everyone is so welcoming. I am so thankful to be a part of it because it is just so wholesome. There is simply no room for bad vibes!"
- Elena, Teen Volunteer
Horse 101 at the Care Farm
WHEN: Fridays
WHERE: Warm Springs Care Farm, 1311 E. Warm Springs Ave. Boise, ID 83712
Times: 4pm- 5pm (12 slots available for each session.) 5 kids max.
What to Bring: Hat, Sunglasses, Water bottle, Sunscreen, Boots, What to expect: A hands on horse experience on the ground with mini ponies and a horse. Your child will learn about horse anatomy, horse safety, reading a horse’s body language, grooming, leading and lunging a horse. A fun and safe introduction to horses. There will be no riding during this class, but lots of fun and learning! Call or text Joni Cornell at 208-991-6294 to secure your spot today. Note: this is not a WSCF program.
ANIMAL-ASSISTED THERAPY -
Interested in individual farm-based or animal-assisted therapy? Through the Warm Springs Counseling Center, (a separate agency) your child can visit the farm with their therapist. Please contact Amy@Hublou.com for more information
BARN CLUB-
Every kid should feel like they BELONG to something. Get ready for the most unique social group ever: BARN CLUB!
Kids ages 7 and up work together, work hard, have fun tending to farm needs, take care of animals, work the garden, and connect with nature, animals, and one another. Teen mentors 13 and up are welcome to volunteer as leaders. Barn Club teaches hard work ethic, GRIT, resilience, problem-solving, teamwork and social communication skills.
Barn Club meets Monday or Thursday after school. It runs August-December and February-May.
Spaces are very limited. Barn Club is free, like all the other Care Farm programs, but donations are welcome (10/week)
Monday and Thursday are FULL. To join a waitlist, email Linda at: linda@warmspringscarefarm.org
We are considering a new Wednesday option for Barn Club that would meet 4-5pm, Feb 12-May 14. Contact Linda if you have kids 7 and up who might be interested.
Warm Springs Care Farm Winter Programs:
ART ON THE FARM: FLORAL WREATHS
January 11, 3-5pm
Up to 8 children are welcome to join us for winter wreath-making with dried flowers and grape vine wreaths.
Ages 7 and up are welcome. Suggested donation of $10/child.
Valentine Workshop
February 8, 3-5pm
Join us as we enjoy cookies and cocoa and make old-fashioned, handmade Valentines for neighbors and friends. Ages 7 and up are welcome to join us (only 8 spots!)
Suggested donation of $20/person
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES-
Hardworking and responsible teen and adult volunteers are welcome to help work the farm in a variety of capacities. Volunteers clean up after animals, feed them and care for them, tend to the garden, organize the grain room and greenhouse, support farm events, etcetera. Currently, morning weekday volunteers are needed to help with animal chores and feedings.
Contact Kory at info@warmspringscarefarm.org or (208) 515-4234 for more information.
SELF DEFENSE FOR JR HIGH
Get your junior high student that confidence and self-esteem they need to defend against the bullies in junior high. Most of these kids are North Junior High kids, but the FREE class is open to ALL junior high kids. It is a great work out and will build kids' practical ability to defend themselves. Teacher Thoren Rogers is fantastic and can fill you in on where the group meets (off the farm- either at Adams, Roosevelt or another outdoor location).
info@warmspringscarefarm.org for more info or call 208 515 4234 to speak to Linda.
"I left the training feeling excited and with a full heart. I truly appreciate (and resonate) with your “out of the box” approach to helping heal families and our community."
-Kara Kang, Riverstone Counseling
A variety of wonderful volunteers make all the farm programs possible. Contact Linda Haley at info@warmspringscarefarm.org if you would like to volunteer in any capacity.
Questions?
Contact Linda Haley at linda@warmspringscarefarm.org or by phone at 208 515-4234 to get more information.
Contact Amy Hublou at amy@hublou.com for one-on-one therapy through our partner, the Children's Home Counseling Services.
DONATIONS
100% of your donation is tax deductible. Contact Linda Haley at warmsprings.carefarm.com for specifics on how you can support our project.
AMAZON WISH LIST- we would love donations in the form of animal and art supplies so we can keep programs free/accessible to
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3R8UG5VZYJUJV?ref_=wl_share
THANK YOU TO THE GENEROUS BUSINESSES WHO SUPPORT THE WARM SPRINGS CARE FARM:
Terravita Landscape and Garden
Idaho Whitewater Unlimited
B&K Painting
D&B Supply
The Discovery Center and the Idaho Botanic Garden
The Lotus Tree Sensory Integration Center
The Studio Salon
Steph Teeter Art
Center for Healing and Expression
Janelle Carberry Yoga
Bogus Basin
Imagine That Farm!, Giddy Up Farm, Warm Springs Care Farm
Chrissy Ray Photography
Perspire Sauna Studio
Stillwater Float Center
Rocket Express Car Wash
To love is to serve.