Small Group Program

Ben’s Ranch Foundation Small Group Programs

Is your teen facing mental health hardships? Get them away from their triggers and out in the dirt!

Are you looking for a way to improve your teen’s mental health through nature and animal interaction? Studies show that time spent outdoors and engaging with animals can significantly benefit mental well-being. Ben’s Ranch Foundation Small Group Programs offer just that. Our programs foster emotional and mental health through stimulating farm or stable work experiences, including animal interaction, plant care, physical outdoor labor, and teamwork. Register today!

Program Details

Sessions: This program meets over six sessions, each lasting three hours, at various host sites.

Focus Areas: Farm work basics, livestock handling, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Cost: $300.00*

*Financial Assistance

We offer a sliding scale discount up to a full waiver based on household size and income. To inquire about eligibility for a discount/waiver, email us at programs@bensranch.org.

Ben’s Ranch Foundation is an approved vendor for the Indiana Educational Scholarship Account (ESA). Families can now use their ESA funds to access our programs and services. For more information, please visit: www.in.gov/tos/inesa/parent-page/

Upcoming Dates: Registration opens 30 days before the start date. Registration is open for programs in bold.

6-week Small Group, Saturdays – Aug 1- Sept 12 (skipping 9/7 weekend) |9 AM-12 PM -Koteewi Stables & Trails, Noblesville
6-week Small Group, Saturdays – Sept 26 – Oct 31 |9- 12 PM – Koteewi Stables & Trails, Noblesville
6-week Small Group, Saturdays – Nov 7 – Dec 12 | 9-12 PM – Koteewi Stables & Trails, Noblesville
Winter Break Mini Small Group Sun-Mon – Dec 27 – 29 | 12 PM -3 PM – Koteewi Stables & Trails, Noblesville

Eligibility Criteria for BRF Small Group Programs

Age 13-18
Experience with mental or emotional health challenges
Physically able to perform lifting and manual labor
Stable, with no inpatient care or suicide attempts in the past 60 days
BRF Programs are not suitable for those with complex disorders requiring specialized supervision
No evidence of active addiction; if substance abuse has been an issue, teens must be sober and in recovery

“I think E. learned a lot about himself during his small group program. He is learning the benefits of giving and receiving respect and I’m proud that he committed himself to this program and gave it his all. We may have found a life long love and I look forward to see where E. can go with it.”

– C.K., Parent of a former BRF Small Group Participant

Ben’s Ranch Foundation Small Group Programs

Program Details

Eligibility Criteria for BRF Small Group Programs

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