The Legacy Ranch was established in 2017 to provide Equine-Assisted Therapy to the Chicagoland area. 

We provide therapeutic-riding lessons with PATH-certified riding instructors , Equine-assisted mental health therapy, along with Occupational and Physical Therapy in conjuction with our therapy partners. This type of experiential therapy has been scientifically-proven to help heal individuals who have not previously seen success with traditional therapy. 

We hold Corporate Team-Building sessions with the animals and activities to get your group working together and having fun!

The Legacy Ranch also provides riding lessons, field trips, offsite visits, parties, yoga, meditations and events.

Our dream of creating this facility came from the tragic death of our dear friend, Anne Swaney, who was an avid equestrian and philanthropist. We are proud to provide her with a living legacy that honors her memory and continues to further her belief that horses can heal and all people deserve help.

Through our 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization, Legacy Equine-Assisted Services NFP (formerly The Anne Elizabeth McComb Swaney Foundation), we provide opportunities for those in need to get the help they deserve even if they are unable to afford the therapy on their own. Veterans groups, foster children and others with special needs will have the opportunity to heal with the horses with the help of the generous donors who have helped make The Legacy Ranch a reality. If you are interested in donating, please visit our Donation page for more details. 

EQUINE-ASSISTED MENTAL HEALTH THERAPY

In partnership with licensed Mental Health Professionals, The Legacy Ranch offers unmounted Mental Health Therapy ranging from Anxiety/Depression and PTSD to Family Counseling and everything in between. Please reach out to us and we will get you in contact with a therapist that specializes in your area of need.

EQUINE-ASSISTED THERAPEUTIC RIDING

PATH International-certified instructors teach private and group Therapeutic Riding lessons for children and adults alike. Whether the needs are physical, emotional or developmental, our trained specialists have background in working to set goals for each individual who attends our classes. An assessment for each rider will take place prior to the start of the lessons to ensure we have an understanding of the riders’ abilities before the classes commence.

LESSONS

Traditional Riding Lessons are offered for children and adults. We offer both private and group classes. Family sessions are also available.

MOMMY & ME CLASSES

The Legacy Ranch offers Mommy & Me Classes for 3-5 year-olds that includes crafts, horse interaction, game time and a pony ride on the last class of the session. Classes are 45 minutes long and meet once a week for four weeks.

TEAM BUILDING

Interested in Team Building activities for your work group or family event? The Legacy Ranch has a fun-filled day planned for you. From 60 minutes to full-day sessions, we can create a program for you based upon your interests and needs.

PARTIES AND EVENTS

The Legacy Ranch is happy to host parties and events for you. Please contact us via email or phone to begin your party or event planning. We have multiple heated indoor arenas, along with a conference room and party/viewing room for your use, whether you choose to have an equine-activity or not! We have an outdoor bonfire pit and lots of outdoor space for enjoying the beautiful property.