Janellen Cappo
Executive Director
jcappo@hhtrc.org
Janellen is a lifetime equestrian. From her days of growing up around horses, to eventing, to working at a breeding farm, she has a wide variety of experience. Janellen has been involved in therapeutic riding for over 18 years and is a Certified PATH Instructor, former PATH Region 7 Representative, and Lead Evaluator for PATH Accreditation Site visits.
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Cheryl Connelly
Volunteer Coordinator
cheryl@hhtrc.org
Cheryl first became involved with Helping Hands through her son, who has been riding here for many years. Over the years she has given tremendous time and effort in helping with special events, horse shows, and banquets for Helping Hands, including baking beautiful cakes and desserts for all to enjoy. Cheryl recently has accepted the job of Volunteer Coordinator, where she continues to make a valuable contribution each day.
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Dr. Joahn Hall
PATH Certified Instructor
Dr. Joahn has had an interest in therapeutic riding for over 9 years. During the week, she works as a physician at her own family practice in Kansas City, KS. She has found therapeutic riding to be a wonderful way to combine her love for horses and her profession as a physician. Over the years she has exposed patients to therapy in a number of different capacities. “I hope to continue exposing others to the healing power of horses.”
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Sue Martin
Carriage Driving Instructor
Sue is a graduate of William Woods. She is a life time horse person and absolutely loves sharing her passion with other people. HHTRC had a Fjord horse out in their pasture when they were located on Colbern Road. She stopped in to volunteer hoping that having a Fjord was an indication that HHTRC had a driving program. They didn’t, but she enjoyed volunteering and kept coming around. Eventually, Jan asked Sue if she would be interested in starting a driving program for them. She was and continues to be very thrilled to be able to do just that. “I feel blessed to be able to help HHTRC and to work with horses and share what I know and learn from the people that I meet through HHTRC.”
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Andrea Wosel
Marketing Associate &PATH Certified Instructor
andrea@hhtrc.org
Andrea began working with Helping Hands last year when fate led her into a Marketing position through the Americorps VISTA program. Andrea holds an Masters of Business in Marketing & International Business from Rockhurst University. Andrea is a long time horse lover and her equine experience includes riding on the Varsity English and Western team in college, as well as competing on regional and national levels. She began volunteering with therapeutic riding in high school and is thankful to have found her back to it. “The joy and fulfillment I get from watching horses improve others’ lives, as they have mine, is beyond words.”
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Vickie Likens
PATH Certified Riding Instructor & Resource Development
vickie@hhtrc.org
Vickie joined the program staff at HHTRC during the Fall of 2010. Born and raised on a horse and cattle farm in Nebraska, Vickie continues to ride for pleasure her palomino quarter horse, Pal. She’s been involved in therapeutic riding since 2003 and became a NARHA Certified Instructor in 2005. Previously a medical social worker, she brings a broad spectrum of skills, experience and passion to HHTRC. Vickie enjoys reaching out into the community and talking with people and organizations about the powerful life changing benefits of therapeutic horseback riding. She feels fortunate to be able to offer these benefits through the amazing programs, dedicated staff, and exciting events at HHTRC.
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Richard Tingy
PATH Certified Instructor
rtingey@hhtrc.org
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Jennifer Crooks
Physical Therapist
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Laura Carder
Occupational Therapist
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Kathryn Lowry
Occupational Therapist
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Jerry Andersen
Riding Instructor, Trainer
jraeanders@att.net
Jerry became involved with HHTRC in August of 2010 and jumped right in with both feet as a volunteer, riding instructor, & barn leader. She has a Bachelor of Music Education degree, a Master of Science degree in Education, and an Education Specialist degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Jerry has retired from teaching after 28 years of service in public schools. She is now following her lifelong love of horses. She enjoys helping train the horses at HHTRC as well as her own Quarter Horse mare, Janey, and teaching riding. Training and working with her 2 Golden Retrievers and 1 Australian Shepherd is enjoyed by Jerry as well!
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Allie Younggren
colordropfarms@hotmail.com
Allie joined HHTRC in Fall 2011. Being involved with horses for over 20 years, Allie started training professionally almost 10 years ago. Concentrating on Hunters and Jumpers. Allie also judges, trains and shows breed shows for Appaloosas and Paints. Allie has produced local and regional winning horses and riders in the Hunter, Jumper and Equitation rings. Thrilled to be part of such a wonderful organization, Allie believes that through horses, people are able to find success both in and out of the saddle.
Did You Know? HHTRC staff has the following talents:
A Judo artist, a KC Chorale singer, a ballerina, a Master coffee roaster, a hot air balloon pilot, a skydiver, and a champion roller skater.
Can you guess which staff members have done what?