The Gentle Barn

About Us

The Gentle Barn is both a sanctuary for animals and humans alike, and we offer many programs to help support the community for children and adults who suffer from abuse, addiction, depression, loneliness, and physical and emotional issues. Once our animals have been rehabilitated, have chosen to forgive, have learned to trust, and have been given sanctuary with us for the rest of their lives, we partner with them to help children and adults recover from the same stories of trauma that the animals have endured. Every animal has so much to teach us and offers something unique to benefit people in need.

The Gentle Barn offers many different programs including our world-renowned Cow Hug Therapy, along with Equine (and other animal) Therapy, Peace Enhancement Program, Literacy Program and Art Programs.

The Gentle Barn can offer financial aid to agencies and individuals who qualify. Please contact us if support is needed or if you want to support a group to visit. We do our best to never turn anyone away due to financial need.