MEET THE TEAM

Robert Carey

Robert G. Carey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maine and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts. Education includes a Master of Social Work Degree from Rhode Island College and a Master of Arts Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Assumption College. Other Licensure include Certified Correctional Health Provider from the Academy of Correctional Health Professionals. Mr. Carey has over 41 years of clinical experience in mental health, forensic, and criminal justice settings including psychiatric and forensic inpatient, outpatient, crisis intervention, and correctional environments.

Mr. Carey has served as a consultant to the National Association of Social Workers Massachusetts Chapter regarding clinical safety/systems issues and as the co-chairman of Inpatient Safety for the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health. Mr. Carey has also served as an executive Board Member for SEU 509 Mental Health Chapter and has led efforts to develop and address individual safety and systems issues, first responder support services, and the implementation of safety and staff support systems. Mr. Carey has also served as a Board Member of the Equine Journeys Program in Bridgton Maine. Mr. Carey has served as the Chairman of Specialized Shouting Services in Narragansett Council (Southern New England) from 1994 to 2004, as a member of the Specialized Scouting Committee from 1980 to 2005, and as a Scoutmaster for youth with physical and developmental challenges from 1976 to 2008. Mr. Carey Has received numerous recognition including a Letter of Commendation from the Androscoggin County Sheriff’s Office, Award for Distinguished Service from the Norfolk County Sherriff’s Office, The Silver Beaver Award, George Bucklin Award, and two Scouting District Awards of Merit.

Currently in private practice in Bridgton, Maine, Mr. Carey has worked with the Equine Journeys and Bull Ring Belgians Programs since 2012 regarding the development and implementation of a clinical Equine rehabilitation/wellness program that serves the needs of veterans. Mr. Carey is a member of the National Association of Social Workers, the Academy of Correctional Health Professionals, and the American Jail Association.

Bull Ring Belgians

Vicky Davenport

Vicky Davenport is from Central New Jersey and moved to Denmark, Maine in 1999. Bullring Belgiams started as a personal farm while the Davenports focused on the other family business. Vicky, a retired psychiatric RN began volunteering at Ring Farm in Bridgton, Maine during the summer of 2008. While Ring Farm fully encompassed Equine Therapy, Vicky focused on the Veteran program. In 2012, the owner and program director of Ring Farm retired and transferred the program to Vicky and Bullring Belgiams. Vicky’s passion for horses helping others drove the decision to continue Equine Assisted Therapy in the Lakes Region. In her free time, Vicky enjoys being around her horses, gardening and spending time with her grandkids.

Mario Pascarelli

Bull Ring Belgians Driving Instructor

Mario retired 11 years ago after enjoying 22 years as a vocational teacher. He had spent many hours during that time driving a variety of horses for fun and relaxation. A friend suggested he consider getting his Therapeutic Driving certification from PATH. Mario loves working at Bull Ring Belgians with Vicki and the Momentum students. Mario is also part of the team delivering Equine Assisted Wellness to Veterans feeling the effects of PTSD, TBI, and Military Sexual Trauma. He loves all the activity and in addition enjoys retraining retired Standardbred racehorses for therapy work.

Meet the Horses:

Dolly

Dolly is a 15-year-old Belgium Draft and is a gentle giant. She is sweet, kind, and full of personality. Dolly is easy going and can work with anyone.

Lilly

Lilly was the second Belgium Draft to come to the farm. Lilly has a big attitude and is very honest with her clients. She lets you know where you stand.

Hero

The Doctor: Hero is an intuitive Quarter Horse Paint Cross Horse. He is the primary horse used for our veteran program. He earned his nickname due to his ability to connect with adjust all personalities.

Cash

Cash, A Quarter Horse we rescued from New Jersey and has found a home with Bullring Belgium’s. Cash has grown into the role of a therapy horse with time and patience.

Missy

Missy, along with Cash was rescued from New Jersey. She is an Arabian Horse and has and stand-offish personality. Missy builds relationships over time. She is slow to trust at first, however over time becomes very gentle and kind. Missy works especially with younger children because they are pure of heart.

Rob

Rob is a retired Standard Bred who was rescued from the track in Scarborough, Maine. He has been rehabbed to become a wonderfully caring companion to our driving program.

Billy

Billy is a retired racehorse from New Zealand. He is a Standard Bred and made his way to the United States. Billy started out as standoffish and afraid of people. Over time Billy has become the most eager to meet new people and often bangs on the door to be acknowledged first.

Shakespeare

Shakespeare is a Spotted Draft rescue from New York City. He was a favored carriage horse and came with a variety of medical concerns. Shakespeare is one big chill dude. Our goal with Shakespeare is to work him into the driving program.

Molly

Molly is our resident senior citizen. She is sweet, kind, and caring with our clients. Molly loves attention and is currently Shakespeare’s girlfriend.

Mission Statement

Bull Ring Belgians is a 501C3 non-profit, specializing in on-ground equine assisted therapy. We focus on providing this service to veterans and their families at no cost to them; but any person asking for service will be assisted. Our goal is to improve the quality of life for individuals suffering from PTSD, TBI, and MST.

Donations:

Bullring Belgians is a privately funded organization.
Any donation large or small is always appreciated and goes towards the care of the horses. All donations are tax deductible.

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