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"The program's name "Riding On Angels' Wings" comes from the
experiences in my son's life and what they have taught me. That is,
every person with a disability endures many obstacles in their
lives, yet they face them with the faith, courage and strength
of
an angel."

Bette Shipley
Founder/Director


DJ and Bette


Registered NARHA Instructor

 

Erika Berg

Erika graduated from the University of Missouri with a PhD in Animal Science in 2006 before moving to Fargo with her husband Eric and their daughter Anna in January of 2007.  She has been involved in the field of therapeutic riding for 12 years and earned her NARHA Instructor certification in 1999.  Before moving to ND, she taught therapeutic riding in College Station, Texas and Columbia , Missouri .  Erika is also an adjunct assistant professor in the Animal and Range Sciences Department at North Dakota State University where she teaches courses on therapeutic horsemanship.  She joined
Riding on Angels' Wings in April of 2007
.
Erika Berg

Therapists

Kevin Anderson


Kevin has been an Occupational Ttherapist for the past 19 years, an adjunct assistant professor for the past 10 years, and a public school OT/private OT consultant for the past 15 years. He is currently on leave from the public schools and is teaching in the special education department at Minnesota State University Moorhead. He has a special interest in assistive technology and mobility. He has provided therapeutic horseback riding and adapted aquatics as alternative therapy techniques since he began working with children with disabilities in the early 90's.

Kevin Anderson
 
   
Krisann graduated in December 2008 from the University of Mary with a Master's degree in Ocuupational Therapy and a special education minor.
After graduation, she worked for Innovis Health in Fargo, ND for a year developoing the pediatric outpatient OT program. During this itme, she also worked in the neonatal intensive care unit, as well as on the acute care floors with adults. She is currently employed with Pediatric Therapy Partners in Fargo. In addition to work, Krisann volunteers with the Fargo-Moorhead Safe Kids Coaliton and is a leader with Young Life.
Krisann Schneeberger
 
   

 

Tara Haj graduated from the University of North Dakota in 2005 as a Doctor
of Physical Therapy. After graduation, she worked for one year at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago in brain injury rehab. Tara then relocated to St. Paul, MN where she worked for two years in pediatric phyical therapy at the Courage Center. Tara and her husband currently live in Moorhead and she is employed at Meritcare.

Tara Haj
   
 

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants

Vicki Vigesaa
Vicki graduated from North Dakota State College of Science in 2000 as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. After graduation, she worked
for five years in area schools providing Occupational Therapy Services for children ages three to 21. She is currently employed by HCR Manor Care working with all ages in rehabilitation. Vicki lives in Moorhead with her daughter, Shelbi.
Vicki Vigesaa
 
   
Katie Havelka graduated from the North Dakota State College of Science in 1999 as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.  After graduation she worked for a Pediatrics private practice in Bismarck, ND for 4 years.  While in Bismarck, Katie was instrumental in starting a Hippotherapy program
and became a AHA Registered Therapist in 2002.  In 2003, Katie accepted a position at Prairie Psychiatric Hospital focusing on pediatrics and adolescents as a COTA.  She is currently employed at Lake Agassiz Special Education Coop serving the schools of Hawley, Barnesville, and Ulen as an COTA. Katie lives in Fargo with her husband and son Peter. 
Katie Havelka
 
   
Vickie graduated from North Dakota State College in 2000 with a degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance. She moved to the Cities and worked at ROAW before starting her family. Vicki lives in Fargo with her husband, daughter Kendal and twin son and daughter, Brenne and Lidia.
Vickie Krenz
 
   
 
   
Staff
 
Barn Supervisor
Horse Exercisers
Horse Handlers
Marketing Coordinator
Volunteer Coordinator
If you are interested in learning more about staffing
for Riding On Angels' Wings,
contact Bette Shipley, (218) 359-0007
   
 
   
Board Members
 
   

Sally McCravey
Vince Babler
Tammy Finney
James Kirsch
Dallas Leichtenberg
Gary Peterson
Emily Chisholm
Richard Roth
Angela Cameron
Debra Mclelland
Brenda Kraft
Cletus Kraft

 
   
 


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