When you hear the founder, Allison, tell the story of Grace, you will often hear her say, “It’s God’s program. We are just grateful He brought us along for the ride.” Allison’s love and appreciation of horses spans her lifetime, and she shared that love with her Dad, the late Bob Vermeer. A number of years ago, God put it on Allison’s heart to use animals to help people. She started her journey with the family dog Klondyke, but the question of how horses could be involved always  lingered in the back of her mind. After two failed therapy dog certifications, Allison decided to change course to horses. The first equine assisted service she heard of was hippotherapy through a church connection whose child has various diagnoses and had researched the service. God brought all the pieces together for Grace TR in 2019 through an early collaboration with Kinetic Edge Physical Therapy, her generous Dad allowing use of his horses, a gracious boarding situation at Windy Acres, the inspiration of a special little lady, and the grace of God. Allison was blessed to start Grace TR with her Dad, and carry forward his legacy of caring for others.