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Polk County Horses Helping Heroes — Free Veteran Equine Wellness

Granger / Polk County, Iowa · County-run veteran equine-assisted wellness program

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Recurring six-week sessions; verify next opening

Jester Park Equestrian Center offers Horses Helping Heroes (H3), a free six-week equine-assisted activity and learning program for veterans and active-duty service members. Activities include ground horsemanship, communication, emotional regulation and possible progression to riding or carriage driving. 2026 sessions listed through early November; confirm remaining space and the 2027 calendar before registering

VERIFIED — OFFICIAL SOURCE · Last verified Oct 30, 2026 · Recently updated

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Availability
Unknown · Not reported by source
Eligibility
Veterans and active-duty service members, with DD214, VA identification or military USID.
Cost
Free.

Organization: Polk County Iowa Conservation official Horses Helping Heroes page

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