⌖ Palm City, Florida · At Summerwood Stables
Horse-Centered Wellness for Heroes
Supporting Veterans and First Responders through connection and healing in Palm City, Florida.
WeDoGood's Horse-Centered Wellness for Heroes is a free equine wellness program designed exclusively for U.S. Veterans and First Responders. Hosted at Summerwood Stables in Palm City, Florida, this program offers a non-clinical, ground based approach to mental health healing where boots replace white coats and reins replace prescription pads.
A Space to Reconnect
Restoring the Spirit of Our Heroes
You spend your life answering the call for others. This program makes space for you.
Whether you are navigating stress, burnout, or the invisible weight of service, guided time with horses offers a calmer setting to pause, reconnect, and feel supported.
“When you step through the gate, the weight of the world stays outside.”
The Experience
What is Horse-Centered Wellness?
Horse-Centered Wellness pairs Veterans, First Responders, and Healthcare Heroes with wellness horses in a calm, structured setting. Activities take place on the ground, with guidance and support throughout.
Horses respond to body language and energy in the moment. Simple activities like observing, grooming, and walking alongside them invite participants to practice presence, build trust, and notice their own responses.
This is a non-clinical wellness program. No referral, diagnosis, or prior horse experience is needed.
WHY HORSES HELP HEROES HEAL
Horses are attentive to movement, tone, and emotional state. In guided ground-based activities, participants can slow down, notice what is happening in the moment, and practice calm, trust, and connection.
Research into equine-assisted programs suggests potential benefits for wellbeing and emotional awareness. The experience is personal, and results vary; the program complements rather than replaces clinical care.
Program Hosted By:
Our Home: Summerwood Stables
Horse-Centered Wellness for Heroes is hosted at Summerwood Stables, a full-service equestrian facility in Palm City, Florida. Its peaceful setting creates room for connection, community, and renewal.
The stable's focus on thoughtful horse care and a welcoming atmosphere makes it a natural home for this program.
⌖ Palm City, FL 34990
Martin County · Florida's Treasure Coast
Moments of connection
A closer look at the horses, people, and peaceful setting behind the program.
Helpful answers
Frequently Asked Questions
What to know before you join
What is Horse-Centered Wellness for Heroes?
Horse-Centered Wellness for Heroes is a free equine wellness program by WeDoGood that pairs U.S. Veterans and First Responders with trained wellness horses in a non-clinical, ground-based setting. Hosted at Summerwood Stables in Palm City, Florida, the program supports mental health healing from PTSD, burnout, and occupational trauma without white coats, waiting rooms, or clinical appointments.
Is the Horse-Centered Wellness program free for Veterans and First Responders?
Yes. WeDoGood's Horse-Centered Wellness for Heroes program is provided at no cost to qualifying Veterans, First Responders, and Healthcare Heroes. WeDoGood is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 85-1323828), and the program is funded through charitable donations and community partnerships.
Do I need prior experience with horses to participate?
No experience with horses is required or expected. The Horse-Centered Wellness program is entirely ground-based, meaning participants work alongside horses without riding. Activities focus on connection, observation, and guided interaction. Our equine professionals at Summerwood Stables will guide you through every step in a safe, supportive environment.
How does working with horses help Veterans with PTSD?
Horses are highly attuned to human emotion and respond to body language, anxiety, and tension in real time. Working with them encourages Veterans to practice emotional presence, calm, and trust skills that directly help manage PTSD symptoms, reduce stress, and rebuild connections with others. Research from the University of Central Florida found veterans in equine programs reported reduced depression and improved emotional regulation after participating.
Where is the Horse-Centered Wellness program located?
The program is hosted at Summerwood Stables in Palm City, Florida (Martin County, Treasure Coast). The facility is accessible to Veterans and First Responders from Palm City, Stuart, Jensen Beach, Port St. Lucie, Hobe Sound, and surrounding areas in South Florida.
Who is eligible for WeDoGood's Horse-Centered Wellness program?
The program is open to: U.S. Military Veterans (all branches), First Responders (firefighters, police officers, law enforcement, EMTs, paramedics), and Healthcare Heroes (nurses, ER staff, frontline workers). No clinical diagnosis is required. If you've served in any capacity and are carrying the weight of that service, this program is for you.
How is WeDoGood's program different from other horse therapy programs in Palm City?
WeDoGood's Horse-Centered Wellness for Heroes is the only program in Palm City exclusively designed for Veterans, First Responders, and Healthcare Heroes in partnership with a premier equestrian facility (Summerwood Stables). Unlike clinical equine-assisted psychotherapy, our approach is relaxed, community-driven, and barrier free with no referrals, no fees, and no clinical requirements. Just connection, healing, and community.
How do I sign up or apply for the program?
Click the "Join Horse-Centered Wellness Apply Now" button on this page to submit your interest. Our team at WeDoGood will follow up with program dates, availability, and next steps. Spots are limited, so we encourage you to apply early
Program Hosted By:
"Summerwood Stables is dedicated to providing adult horse owners with an exceptional, full-service equestrian experience in a serene, beautifully maintained setting.
Our mission is to offer a peaceful retreat where horses receive outstanding care and riders enjoy thoughtfully designed amenities, fostering relaxation, community, and a deeper connection with their horses. Through uncompromising standards and an atmosphere of calm luxury, we support the well-being of both horse and rider at every stage of their journey."
"One Good Deed
Can Change Everything"
© 2026 WeDoGood.org INC - All Rights Reserved
WeDoGood.org INC is a registered 501C(3) Non-Profit Charity
EIN: 85-1323828
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Program Hosted By:
"Summerwood Stables is dedicated to providing adult horse owners with an exceptional, full-service equestrian experience in a serene, beautifully maintained setting.
Our mission is to offer a peaceful retreat where horses receive outstanding care and riders enjoy thoughtfully designed amenities, fostering relaxation, community, and a deeper connection with their horses. Through uncompromising standards and an atmosphere of calm luxury, we support the well-being of both horse and rider at every stage of their journey."
"One Good Deed
Can Change Everything"
© 2025 WeDoGood.org INC - All Rights Reserved
WeDoGood.org INC is a registered 501C(3) Non-Profit Charity
EIN: 85-1323828
PRIVACY POLICY