At present the process to apply to volunteer at SWFHR is as follows:
EQUINE CARE volunteers (98% of volunteers tend to be in this category)
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITY LEVELS
VOLUNTEER STATUS LEVELS
Paper Application Version:
We no longer offer a paper application version through the website. For personal data protection and cyber security, it’s best if we collect your information on-site.
You will have to email us at info@swfhr.org to notify us of your interest in volunteering.
Confidentiality Statement:
Volunteer information provided to SWFHR is confidential, and will only be used for volunteer planning and coordinating purposes. We will not disclose or distribute any information contained in our records beyond staff management, as needed.
Applicants under 18:
Your parent/guardian will complete an application themselves. All guardians are considered volunteers too.
Choosing a day:
You are not required to start training after orientation but you may if you would like. The bulk of chores will be done by the time orientation is over.
ORIENTATIONS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE AT 9:00 AM
Policy On Age Ranges:
It is the policy of SWFHR to make it possible for all to give their time to a noble cause. But we do have a policy on age ranges which are listed below: If you are:
COVID-19… a concern not to be taken lightly, we’ve taken steps to reduce our staff and current volunteer’s exposure to new people, at least at our facility:
These equines are not ridable for various reasons. Mostly the reasons are due to arthritis causing them to have manageable pain with medication. Any riding or round pen/exercises may exacerbate their issues. Even though they may not be rideable they can make great pasture-mates/companions. Understand there will be heavy scrutiny with these equines as we must ensure they are not ridden at all.
Any equine whose care requirements are considered too volatile to vet or guarantee for adoption. These equine medical conditions are severe enough that the stringent requirements of care are not to be taken lightly and too burdensome to pass the responsibility to individuals through adoption. We presently do not possess the staff required to maintain a proper level of adopter observation & continued follow-up that is required to ensure care is given continuously. Therefore we find it more prudent to provide an environment of sanctuary to maintain a dignified remainder of life.