WHO WE SERVE

 

Ohana Preservation Foundation's mission is to serve vulnerable children, their families and caregivers through equine, art and horticultural programs where they can experience well-being in a therapeutic, rural environment.

 

Through partnerships with credentialed professionals and individuals, Ohana offers thoughtfully planned mental wellness programs for youth navigating difficult life circumstances and mental health challenges. This includes youth suffering from anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation; those currently in juvenile centers, admitted to hospice or have a significant illness, caregivers struggling with compassion fatigue; and those who have experienced trauma, such as the loss of a parent or sibling, human trafficking, and sexual assault.

 

Located on an 81-acre farm, this enchanting place is possible only with the support of those who believe in the power of nature to mend shattered lives and soothe wounds both seen and unseen. We have found that many who have been traumatized and have lost confidence in people are able to build trust and love through animals and find healing in nature over a traditional office setting.

CHILDREN NAVIGATING DIFFICULT LIFE CIRCUMSTANCES AND MENTAL CHALLENGES

 

  • Ohana Allies - Participants interact with horses, engage in adventurous activities and connect with nature and peers.
  • Specialized Scheduled Programs:

Programs for the Prince William County Juvenile Shelter, Ryan Bartel Foundation and the National Center for Mission and Exploited Children (NCMEC).

FAMILIES EXPERIENCING GRIEF

 

  • Ohana Family Allies Program - Grief support for families.
  • Annual Healing with Horses Event - An annual event that includes horses, holiday activities, Santa visit, covered wagon rides, live music and more.
  • School Ohana Allies - Grief support groups in schools. 

2023 Healing with Horses Event, Save the Date for Dec 8th for 2024 Healing with Horses:

 

 

 

 

 

FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN IN HOSPICE

 

  • Specialized Scheduled Family Visits - Tailored experiences at the farm or in-home.
  • Hand in Hand Hair - Free hair care for children facing cancer or admitted to hospice.

 

PROFESSIONAL CAREGIVERS

 

  • Workshops for Caregivers - Customized programming for compassion fatigue, burnout and grief.
  • Self-Care Kits - Customized for those in the helping profession.
  • Specialized Scheduled Programs

CORPORATE TEAMS/LEADERSHIP RETREATS

 

  • Corporate Teambuilding Workshops
  • Group Retreats

SCHOOL GROUPS

 

  • Field trips are customized to support specific educational themes and goals based on the developmental stages of the students.

*Many of our programs are in partnership and receive referrals from various organizations, such as Homestead Art Therapy and Counseling, Courage Closet, Capital Caring Kids - Pediatric Hospice, Blue Ridge Hospice, ACTNow for Mental Health, Noah’s Children Pediatric Hospice, Hope for Grieving Families and our regional public schools.

 

Quotes from Program Days

"That was paradise"
"I feel like I just had an emotional massage-that was so wonderful"
"Best day ever"
"Best part of being at Ohana is seeing all the animals & all the love that everyone gives me"
"Feeling of being in a peaceful oasis from all of the hustle & bustle"
"I love when everyone gets together"
"The impact of our day at Ohana is palpable"

 

"It was heaven on earth"
"It was the best day of my life"

Contact Ohana Preservation Foundation at ohanapreservationfoundation@gmail.com for more information.