Veterans Committee testimony Feb. 27, 2020
Senate Bill 217 an Act requiring health insurance coverage for equine therapy
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation's President, Susan Patricelli Regan, presented her testimony regarding Raised S.B. 217 by Senator John A. Kissel, CT Senate District 7 on February 27, 2020 for an Equine Instructional Program for Veterans with PTSD to be included under the Veterans Health Care coverage.
S.B. 217 is in consideration by both the VA and the Real Estate and Insurance Committees and was enthusiastically supported by a number of attending Veterans and public representatives' commentary. Justification lies in the fact that the current clinical therapies and medical prescriptions have not assuaged the impact of PTSD on service men and women and actually have increased the opioid overdose, self-medication and 22 suicides a day issues. These risks can be avoided by the institution of the natural equine equation which has been effectively utilized for all manners of PTSD and physical infirmities of children and adults worldwide.
It also is a more fiscally beneficial approach as compared to historical approaches while reducing stress and anxiety, provision of a trade skill and improvement of confidence and self-esteem.
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FOXFIELD F.A.R.M. 3RD YEAR AT STAND DOWN DAY
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation has once again participated in the 28th Veterans Hospital Rocky Hill annual event that includes more than 30 government agencies and hundreds of social service organizations take part in the event, which is open to the more than 200,000 veterans in this state. Organized by the state VA, the event offers information and services related to education and workforce needs, state and VA benefits, legal or motor vehicle issues, as well as housing referrals, and medical, dental and mental health screenings and programs that assist in improving the quality of life for our brave service personnel. Foxfield F.A.R.M. charity had a very enthusiastic response by a number of individuals to our groundwork equine therapy program that addresses PTSD and related mental health issues particularly those who find no improvement with clinical/opioid solutions.
L-R photo: VA Commissioner Thomas Saadi and Susan Patricelli Regan, President of Foxfield F.A.R.M.
Foxfield F.A.R.M Joins the OpSiix Team
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation is dedicated to supporting U.S. Veterans and First Responders in meeting the challenges of PTSD through their groundwork equine therapy program continues to expand their reach to the target segment. The latest collaboration to meet this objective is an association with OpSiix (www.OpSiix.com ) which was founded as a response to the alarming rate of suicide among the veteran population. Their team has veterans and civilians from a variety of backgrounds, all passionate about making every veteran feel mentally healthy, physically healthy, and fulfilled in their life.
Their mission is to bring the veteran community together under the common goal of fighting isolation. OpSiix wants to see every veteran feel mentally healthy, physically healthy and fulfilled.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation is dedicated to supporting U.S. Veterans and First Responders in meeting the challenges of PTSD through their groundwork equine therapy program continues to expand their reach to the target segment. The latest collaboration to meet this objective is an association with OpSiix (www.OpSiix.com ) which was founded as a response to the alarming rate of suicide among the veteran population. Their team has veterans and civilians from a variety of backgrounds, all passionate about making every veteran feel mentally healthy, physically healthy, and fulfilled in their life.
Their mission is to bring the veteran community together under the common goal of fighting isolation. OpSiix wants to see every veteran feel mentally healthy, physically healthy and fulfilled.
GuideStar Gold Seal of Transparency
Foxfield F.A.R.M. has earned a 2023 Gold Seal of Transparency. By adding information about our goals, strategies, capabilities, and vision, we are highlighting the difference we help to make in the world. Check out our updated GuideStar #NonprofitProfile - https://www.guidestar.org/profile/81-2430850 . (Now part of @CandidDotOrg)
Foxfield F.A.R.M. has earned a 2023 Gold Seal of Transparency. By adding information about our goals, strategies, capabilities, and vision, we are highlighting the difference we help to make in the world. Check out our updated GuideStar #NonprofitProfile - https://www.guidestar.org/profile/81-2430850 . (Now part of @CandidDotOrg)
FOXFIELD F.A.R.M. HEARING WITH THE VETERANS COMMITTEE
On Thursday, February 14th Senator John Kissel and Susan Patricelli Regan were provided with the opportunity to present Senate Bill 543 whose purpose was "to require health insurance coverage for equine therapy for Veterans and the chapter 700c of the general statutes be amended to require health insurance coverage for equine therapy for Veterans". This bill was previously submitted to the Committee on Insurance and Real Estate who approved for process forward to the Veterans Committee. Susan and her husband Bill Regan are the founders of Foxfield F.A.R.M., a 501C3 charity in Granby www.foxfieldrecoverymission.org whose objective is in utilizing a groundwork equine therapy curriculum to diminish and eradicate the effects of PTSD and related mental issues on U.S. Veterans and First Responders.
On Thursday, February 14th Senator John Kissel and Susan Patricelli Regan were provided with the opportunity to present Senate Bill 543 whose purpose was "to require health insurance coverage for equine therapy for Veterans and the chapter 700c of the general statutes be amended to require health insurance coverage for equine therapy for Veterans". This bill was previously submitted to the Committee on Insurance and Real Estate who approved for process forward to the Veterans Committee. Susan and her husband Bill Regan are the founders of Foxfield F.A.R.M., a 501C3 charity in Granby www.foxfieldrecoverymission.org whose objective is in utilizing a groundwork equine therapy curriculum to diminish and eradicate the effects of PTSD and related mental issues on U.S. Veterans and First Responders.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation Supports our Granby Police Dept. Christmas Toy Drive
Foxfield F.A.R.M. was proud to support our town's own "First Responders" with a donation to the Granby Police Department's annual Christmas 2018 toy drive.
L-R: Bill Regan, VP Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation; Officer Jeremiah B. Dowd and Susan Patricelli Regan, President Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation
Foxfield F.A.R.M. was proud to support our town's own "First Responders" with a donation to the Granby Police Department's annual Christmas 2018 toy drive.
L-R: Bill Regan, VP Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation; Officer Jeremiah B. Dowd and Susan Patricelli Regan, President Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation
Taylor Kinzler and Jimmy Marlow, Hosts of CT Live spent an afternoon with Susan Patricelli Regan, President of Foxfield F.A.R.M. and her husband Bill Regan, VP of the charity to capture the story behind this groundwork Equine Therapy program that centers on providing support to Veterans and First Responders who suffer from PTSD and related mental issues.
Thomas Saadi, Commissioner of CT Department of Veterans Affairs
Despite some of the issues in health care and quality of life issues being experienced by our brave service men and women on a national basis, Commissioner Saadi and the State is setting a high level achievement for employment, medical care and a full compliment of resource options to help our military transition successfully from the battle field to civilian life and the challenges they face in reuniting with their families while dealing with their mental and physical issues and adapting to a world that has changed since they were deployed.
Despite some of the issues in health care and quality of life issues being experienced by our brave service men and women on a national basis, Commissioner Saadi and the State is setting a high level achievement for employment, medical care and a full compliment of resource options to help our military transition successfully from the battle field to civilian life and the challenges they face in reuniting with their families while dealing with their mental and physical issues and adapting to a world that has changed since they were deployed.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Attends 2018 Veterans “Stand Down" Day
The CT Department of Veterans Affairs in Rocky Hill sponsors an annual "Stand Down" Day in which 200 service support groups participate and over a 1000 veterans attend. It recognizes the value that is placed on our front line heroes by our CT VA and provides charities who wish to reach our military service people directly via a conduit which efficiently and effectively establishes a venue to do so.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation participated for a second year on September 21, 2018 and was also able to connect with political allies on both sides of the isle who vigorously champion our organization's objectives and publicly acknowledge the value of Foxfield's groundwork equine therapy for veterans with PTSD and related mental issues. These advocates can help to legislate the inclusion of such organic approaches for these issues under the veterans' health care coverage and are high profile spokes people to expand the awareness of the foundation's purpose, availability and donation solicitation with the general public.
L-R: Bill Regan, VP Foxfield F.A.R.M.; Rosa DeLauro, U.S. Representative for CT's 3rd District; Susan Patricelli Regan, President and Founder of Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation.
L-R: U.S. Senator Chris Murphy; former Veterans Commissioner Sean Connolly; former CT State Senator. Tony Guglielmo; Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman; Thomas Saadi, CT Veterans Commissioner; Susan Patricelli Regan, President Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation.
The CT Department of Veterans Affairs in Rocky Hill sponsors an annual "Stand Down" Day in which 200 service support groups participate and over a 1000 veterans attend. It recognizes the value that is placed on our front line heroes by our CT VA and provides charities who wish to reach our military service people directly via a conduit which efficiently and effectively establishes a venue to do so.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation participated for a second year on September 21, 2018 and was also able to connect with political allies on both sides of the isle who vigorously champion our organization's objectives and publicly acknowledge the value of Foxfield's groundwork equine therapy for veterans with PTSD and related mental issues. These advocates can help to legislate the inclusion of such organic approaches for these issues under the veterans' health care coverage and are high profile spokes people to expand the awareness of the foundation's purpose, availability and donation solicitation with the general public.
L-R: Bill Regan, VP Foxfield F.A.R.M.; Rosa DeLauro, U.S. Representative for CT's 3rd District; Susan Patricelli Regan, President and Founder of Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation.
L-R: U.S. Senator Chris Murphy; former Veterans Commissioner Sean Connolly; former CT State Senator. Tony Guglielmo; Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman; Thomas Saadi, CT Veterans Commissioner; Susan Patricelli Regan, President Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation.
CONGRESSMAN JOHN LARSON SUPPORTS FOXFIELD F.A.R.M. FOUNDATION
Susan Patricelli Regan, President of Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation for a groundwork equine therapy program for Veterans and First Responders with PTSD was invited to speak at the August 8th meeting of the 1st Congressional District Veterans/Military Advisory Council at the invitation of Congressman John Larson a veteran himself in supporting all of Americas service men and woman. This gave Foxfield F.A.R.M. the opportunity to reach many areas of the military primary contacts, extend their services and expand the opportunity for its long range plan to have groundwork equine therapy included under the Veterans' health care coverage.
Pictured are members of the 1st District Congressional Advisory Council and Susan.
Susan Patricelli Regan, President of Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation for a groundwork equine therapy program for Veterans and First Responders with PTSD was invited to speak at the August 8th meeting of the 1st Congressional District Veterans/Military Advisory Council at the invitation of Congressman John Larson a veteran himself in supporting all of Americas service men and woman. This gave Foxfield F.A.R.M. the opportunity to reach many areas of the military primary contacts, extend their services and expand the opportunity for its long range plan to have groundwork equine therapy included under the Veterans' health care coverage.
Pictured are members of the 1st District Congressional Advisory Council and Susan.
WALMART SUPPORTS FOXFIELD F.A.R.M.
Walmart of Avon, CT has made a generous donation to Foxfield F.A.R.M. showing continuing support by the business community of CT. Recognition of the F.A.R.M.'s value of its groundwork equine therapy program for Veterans and First Responders with PTSD and related mental issues.
L-R Lisa Andrews, Personnel Coordinator Walmart, Avon, CT and Susan Patricelli Regan, President and Founder of Foxfield F.A.R.M.
Walmart of Avon, CT has made a generous donation to Foxfield F.A.R.M. showing continuing support by the business community of CT. Recognition of the F.A.R.M.'s value of its groundwork equine therapy program for Veterans and First Responders with PTSD and related mental issues.
L-R Lisa Andrews, Personnel Coordinator Walmart, Avon, CT and Susan Patricelli Regan, President and Founder of Foxfield F.A.R.M.
In this important CT Valley Views segment, all U.S. veterans and first responders reflect their earnest outreach and community-oriented mission. This is not the “old guard” profile of VFWs that persists despite the fact that they exemplify all the attributes of the original intentions to serve and defend America. For younger veterans and their families, it provides a multitude of real life assistance, medical resource directives, and the comradeship that every veteran relied upon when in service to our country.
This is an informative and enlightening outreach to currently serving military personnel and the friends and families who comprise the citizenry of veterans and first responders who wish to improve their quality of life. This is a must-see program; circulate the link within your social, professional and personal email communications.
From Left:John Fox, Incoming Commander, U.S. Navy; Benjamin J. Walker, 3rd Class Petty Officer, 121st Naval CB Battalion 4th Marine Division, WWII Veteran; John Lamb, Quartermaster, U.S. Army; Lee Wilson, Third District Commander, U.S. Army and Susan Patricelli-Regan.
This is an informative and enlightening outreach to currently serving military personnel and the friends and families who comprise the citizenry of veterans and first responders who wish to improve their quality of life. This is a must-see program; circulate the link within your social, professional and personal email communications.
From Left:John Fox, Incoming Commander, U.S. Navy; Benjamin J. Walker, 3rd Class Petty Officer, 121st Naval CB Battalion 4th Marine Division, WWII Veteran; John Lamb, Quartermaster, U.S. Army; Lee Wilson, Third District Commander, U.S. Army and Susan Patricelli-Regan.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation receives grant from Simsbury Jr. Woman’s Club
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Veterans’ Groundwork Equine Therapy Charity has been awarded a $500 grant for 2017-2018 by the Simsbury Jr. Woman’s Club. The awards night was held at the Freemason’s Hall in Simsbury, on April 19 with a social reception. Susan Patricelli-Regan, President and Bill Regan, Vice President of the 501(c)3 foundation spoke to the club members and thanked them for their generous contribution to our brave service people and first responders for the summer 2018 therapy program. Lori Stethers, club vice president, and its members join a growing segment of community benefactors supporting Foxfield’s mission as an alternative approach to a better quality of life for its recipients versus clinical and opioid therapy.
From l. Bill Regan Vice President and Susan Patricelli Regan President of Foxfield F.A.R.M. foundation and Lori Stethers, VP Appropriations, Simsbury Jr. Woman’s Club
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Veterans’ Groundwork Equine Therapy Charity has been awarded a $500 grant for 2017-2018 by the Simsbury Jr. Woman’s Club. The awards night was held at the Freemason’s Hall in Simsbury, on April 19 with a social reception. Susan Patricelli-Regan, President and Bill Regan, Vice President of the 501(c)3 foundation spoke to the club members and thanked them for their generous contribution to our brave service people and first responders for the summer 2018 therapy program. Lori Stethers, club vice president, and its members join a growing segment of community benefactors supporting Foxfield’s mission as an alternative approach to a better quality of life for its recipients versus clinical and opioid therapy.
From l. Bill Regan Vice President and Susan Patricelli Regan President of Foxfield F.A.R.M. foundation and Lori Stethers, VP Appropriations, Simsbury Jr. Woman’s Club
Checkered Flag of East Granby "Salutes" Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation
Checkered Flag is a generous contributor to the support of Foxfield F.A.R.M. with a donation of "in kind" trailer service to the Farm's horse rescue program that is the cornerstone of the PTSD equine therapy curriculum.
Bill Regan and Susan Patricelli-Regan of Foxfield F.A.R.M. Charity and Nick Miller, Shop Manager.
Checkered Flag is a generous contributor to the support of Foxfield F.A.R.M. with a donation of "in kind" trailer service to the Farm's horse rescue program that is the cornerstone of the PTSD equine therapy curriculum.
Bill Regan and Susan Patricelli-Regan of Foxfield F.A.R.M. Charity and Nick Miller, Shop Manager.
DiGiorgi Supports Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation
DiGiorgi Roofing and Siding Inc. recently provided the Foxfield F.A.R.M. groundwork therapy program for veterans and first responders with a donation of gutters installed on the new barn to sustain flooding protection for the Veteran’s patio and horse stall areas. The DiGiorgi family business with HQ's in Beacon Falls, CT is a family owned and operated home and commercial improvement company serving the entire state for over 85 years.
DiGiorgi generous contribution in support of the F.A.R.M.'s brave military personnel therapy program not only reflects their committed community spirit but reinforces the belief in the credibility of therapy that incorporates the mutual healing synergy between human and equine.
L-R Tom, Adam and Sam, DiGiorgi team installers and center Susan Patricelli-Regan, founder and president of Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation
DiGiorgi Roofing and Siding Inc. recently provided the Foxfield F.A.R.M. groundwork therapy program for veterans and first responders with a donation of gutters installed on the new barn to sustain flooding protection for the Veteran’s patio and horse stall areas. The DiGiorgi family business with HQ's in Beacon Falls, CT is a family owned and operated home and commercial improvement company serving the entire state for over 85 years.
DiGiorgi generous contribution in support of the F.A.R.M.'s brave military personnel therapy program not only reflects their committed community spirit but reinforces the belief in the credibility of therapy that incorporates the mutual healing synergy between human and equine.
L-R Tom, Adam and Sam, DiGiorgi team installers and center Susan Patricelli-Regan, founder and president of Foxfield F.A.R.M. Foundation
Foxfield F.A.R.M. donated to the Granby Chamber of Commerce December Toy Drive at the State Line office drop off site. Pictured L-R: Rose Stone, State Line Customer Service Rep and Susan Patricelli-Regan, President of Foxfield F.A.R.M. 501C3 Equine Therapy for Veterans with PTSD foundation.
Final Session
US Army Vietnam Veteran Bob (L) and Coast Guard Vet Barry are flanked by Bill & Susan at their final session with their Participation Certificates. The session was with Board member Farrier Emil Dotta for a shoeing and trimming demonstration.
US Army Vietnam Veteran Bob (L) and Coast Guard Vet Barry are flanked by Bill & Susan at their final session with their Participation Certificates. The session was with Board member Farrier Emil Dotta for a shoeing and trimming demonstration.
US Congressman John Larson (D), who also attended and spoke at the Veterans Day celebration at the East Granby Senior Center is pictured with Susan and Bill Regan of Foxfield F.A.R.M. Congressman Larson fully supports the efforts made by the Regans to assist the veteran in building a better quality of life.
Stand Down Day 2017 and Foxfield F.A.R.M. Veterans' Foundation
On Friday, September 22nd, FOXFIELD F.A.R.M. of Granby, CT joined some 100 other charity organizations at the CT Department of Veterans Affairs in Rocky Hill, CT for their annual Stand Down Day which has been held since 1992. Initially, this event addressed the issues of homeless Veterans, but now encompasses a broad range of support including medical, dental, legal, career, insurance and social services among many others. The venue is enthusiastically attended by over 1000 current and former military personnel during the 8am to 2pm event.
FOXFIELD F.A.R.M. (For A Recovery Mission) enjoyed being able to reach and speak to a multitude of attendees in the Social Services tent which gave Susan and Bill Regan, founders of the 501C3 organization an opportunity to explain the ground work equine therapy program for Veterans with PTSD which is offered free to approved participants on their private farm. A number of attendees completed Foxfield's information form in order to set a schedule a visit to the farm and initiate their participation.
Foxfield's approach was originally endorsed by Sean Connolly, CT's Commissioner of Veterans Affairs in 2016 which gave the Regan's the impetus to move ahead to form the 501C3.
The couple's objective is to not only alleviate issues related with this mental health challenge, but reduce domestic violence and the risks associated with opioids aligned with the treatment of post traumatic stress disorder. Additionally, the long range goal gained through this research is to be able to legislate this method of therapy to be included under their federal health care coverage plan and to establish the organizations format as a template to expand to other regions in the U.S.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Now Partners with Goodshop and Amazon Smile
Foxfield F.A.R.M., a 501(c)(3) charity providing Equine Therapy to veterans with PTSD and incorporating a horse rescue/rehoming project, has recently partnered with Goodshop and AmazonSmile.
Goodshop is an online shopping mall that donates a percent of your purchase price to your cause when you shop at one of 3,000+ partner stores including top retailers like Amazon (1.5% donation), Expedia (up to 5% donation), and Staples (2.5% donation). You can also find 25,000+ active discounts and money-saving coupons so you can save money and give back at the same time!
When customers shop on AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to the charitable organizations selected by customers.
For Goodshop, type “For a Recovery Mission” in the search bar. For Amazon Smile, use “Foxfield F.A.R.M” as your search term.
Share this message with your friends and help us provide needed services to our veterans and horses in crisis.
Foxfield F.A.R.M., a 501(c)(3) charity providing Equine Therapy to veterans with PTSD and incorporating a horse rescue/rehoming project, has recently partnered with Goodshop and AmazonSmile.
Goodshop is an online shopping mall that donates a percent of your purchase price to your cause when you shop at one of 3,000+ partner stores including top retailers like Amazon (1.5% donation), Expedia (up to 5% donation), and Staples (2.5% donation). You can also find 25,000+ active discounts and money-saving coupons so you can save money and give back at the same time!
When customers shop on AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to the charitable organizations selected by customers.
For Goodshop, type “For a Recovery Mission” in the search bar. For Amazon Smile, use “Foxfield F.A.R.M” as your search term.
Share this message with your friends and help us provide needed services to our veterans and horses in crisis.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Receives Grant from Newman’s Own Foundation
Foxfield F.A.R.M. (For A Recovery Mission) Foundation was initiated as a 501(C)(3) Charity in April 2016 as an equine ground work therapy program for Veterans with PTSD and has received a $10,000 grant from Newman’s Own Foundation, the independent foundation created by the late actor and philanthropist, Paul Newman. Newman’s Own Foundation turns all net profits and royalties from the sale of Newman’s Own products into charitable donations. To date, Paul Newman and Newman’s Own Foundation have given over $485 million to thousands of charities around the world. This 2017 grant is based on the purpose, value and contribution provided to our most valued U.S. citizens serving and protecting America and its allies throughout the world.
This support reinforces Foxfield F.A.R.M.'s integrity and credibility in the non-profit arena along with the partnership with St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center, Mt. Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital and The Frank Netter School of Medicine, Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine at Quinnipiac University, who was the first to bestow a financial grant.
Susan Patricelli-Regan, Founder and President of Foxfield F.A.R.M. has verbally acknowledged “her gratitude to Newman’s Own not only for the generous donation, but for the public reinforcement of the F.A.R.M.’s integrity and value to the critical challenge facing Veterans with PTSD and the rescue of horses at risk.”
Other leading benefactors include Kubota Corporation, The Robert and Margaret Patricelli Family Foundation, Wells Fargo Philanthropy Fund, Cabela’s Corporation and Dream Buildings, LLC.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. is hoping to establish new legislation to expand public awareness and foster guidelines to aid doctors and clinicians in their quest to provide a better quality of life for our Veterans and their families.
In addition to this cause, a program to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home horses at risk is integrated into the activity in order to create a healing synergy between man and equine.
Please see our website: www.foxfieldrecoverymission.org for more information and the opportunity to donate either by check or PayPal.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. (For A Recovery Mission) Foundation was initiated as a 501(C)(3) Charity in April 2016 as an equine ground work therapy program for Veterans with PTSD and has received a $10,000 grant from Newman’s Own Foundation, the independent foundation created by the late actor and philanthropist, Paul Newman. Newman’s Own Foundation turns all net profits and royalties from the sale of Newman’s Own products into charitable donations. To date, Paul Newman and Newman’s Own Foundation have given over $485 million to thousands of charities around the world. This 2017 grant is based on the purpose, value and contribution provided to our most valued U.S. citizens serving and protecting America and its allies throughout the world.
This support reinforces Foxfield F.A.R.M.'s integrity and credibility in the non-profit arena along with the partnership with St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center, Mt. Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital and The Frank Netter School of Medicine, Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine at Quinnipiac University, who was the first to bestow a financial grant.
Susan Patricelli-Regan, Founder and President of Foxfield F.A.R.M. has verbally acknowledged “her gratitude to Newman’s Own not only for the generous donation, but for the public reinforcement of the F.A.R.M.’s integrity and value to the critical challenge facing Veterans with PTSD and the rescue of horses at risk.”
Other leading benefactors include Kubota Corporation, The Robert and Margaret Patricelli Family Foundation, Wells Fargo Philanthropy Fund, Cabela’s Corporation and Dream Buildings, LLC.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. is hoping to establish new legislation to expand public awareness and foster guidelines to aid doctors and clinicians in their quest to provide a better quality of life for our Veterans and their families.
In addition to this cause, a program to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home horses at risk is integrated into the activity in order to create a healing synergy between man and equine.
Please see our website: www.foxfieldrecoverymission.org for more information and the opportunity to donate either by check or PayPal.
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Welcomes its Board Members
The Foxfield For A Recovery Mission organization founded by Susan and Bill Regan, recently welcomed Board members to their private equine farm in Granby, CT. Foxfield F.A.R.M (Foxfield For A Recovery Mission) is an IRS registered 501(c) (3) foundation that has been established to provide an equestrian groundwork training program for U.S. Veterans with PTSD and related issues incurred through military service. Similar programs throughout the U.S. have proven to be successful in support of Veterans' transition from the battlefield to the home front and an improved quality of life. This curriculum will be offered at absolutely no cost to any Veteran pre-qualified for participation in the program.
Concentration is on the handling, feeding, veterinary care, exercise, safety instruction and rehabilitation techniques for equine maintenance. Practical work will also include trailer loading, body trimming, lunge work, stall maintenance, farrier care and the ability to recognize common ailments associated with equine health. In addition, this program will incorporate the "repurposing" of rescue horses and locating new, responsible owners. The synergy of the work invested by the Veterans to aid the recovery/rehoming of these horses is equitably therapeutic.
“What a terrific and inspiring example of community-minded people working to make a positive impact in the lives of our vets,” State Senator John Kissel (R) said. “The Regans, through this foundation, are simply saying ‘thank you’ to the men and women who have made such tremendous sacrifices to protect our freedom. I commend the Regans on their work and I am honored to be a Foxfield F.A.R.M. board member. Many Veterans will see an improved quality of life thanks to the therapy offered right here in Granby.”
“I will be spreading the word about Foxfield F.A.R.M. to my fellow legislators at the State Capitol,” said Sen. Kissel. “We are always looking for best practices in supporting Veterans and this is a great story to tell. The therapy provided by Foxfield F.A.R.M. is innovative, and I think policymakers at all levels of government can learn from it.”
Foxfield F.A.R.M. Corporation is in partnership with Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital and The Frank Netter School of Medicine Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine at Quinnipiac University with regard to their respective medical and research work with PTSD patients. In addition, the First Company Governor's Horse Guard is a collaborative supporter via volunteers and the provision of an optional extended equestrian experience should any Veteran wish to ride or join the oldest mounted troop in the United States.
For more information or to make a tax deductible donation, visit the website www.FoxfieldRecoveryMission.org. Foxfield F.A.R.M. Corporation is a GuideStar participant.
Caption: L-R Back Row: Kenneth Endres, DDS; Tim McCarthy, CPA; Gregory F. DeManche, Esquire; Christopher Weber, DVM
L-R Front Row: Paige McCullough-Casciano, CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist), Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital; Representative Bill Simanski (R) CT062; Bill Regan, Vice President, Foxfield F.A.R.M. Corporation; “Tita” rehoming project horse; Susan Regan, President & Founder, Foxfield F.A.R.M. Corporation and Senator John A. Kissel (R) CT07.
Missing from the photo: Robert Krug, MD; Mark Roderick; David Howlett, MD; John Bennett, Jr.; Sarah St. Germain, Emil Dotta and Major Christopher Miller
