Veteran Program

If you are a Veteran in crisis you can contact the Veteran Crisis Line:
CALL 988 or TEXT 838255 or to CHAT ONLINE visit veterancrisisline.net

The Endeavor Veteran Program supports over 300 Veterans each year. All free of charge.

Enrolling Veterans and Veteran Groups. Enrollment is one time per week and between 45 and 120 minutes depending on group size.

Endeavor offers the following weekly sessions:

  • Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Utilizing the Eagala Model

  • Therapeutic Riding

  • Ground Horsemanship

  • Saturday Farm Chores Group

  • Vocational Training Program

All Veteran Programming is provided by a team approach utilizing a mental health specialist with military experience and a certified equine specialist.

Contact Laurie Ciavardini at laurie.ciavardini@endeavorth.org or 914-241-0211 to find out more information or inquire below.

The Endeavor Veteran Program is located at The Santomero Family Foundation Veteran Center at the Endeavor Farm. A quiet and private environment with a separate access, it is designated solely for the work with Military Personnel.

We are conveniently located 10 minutes from train stations, major highways, and hotel accommodations. All Veteran programming is offered at no cost to the veteran, spouse, or family member. All services are conducted by both a PATH and/or EAGALA certified Equine Specialist and a licensed mental health provider.

The mental health providers hold certifications in Military Counseling.

Drew shares his story of participating in the Endeavor Veteran Program here.

“I fought for our country’s freedom; your retreat has set me free”
— Therese

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“Endeavor Salutes our Veterans” recognizes and has immense gratitude for all branches of service: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard.