12/21/09
Our farrier (also known as horse shoe man/blacksmith) hurt his back and we need one as soon as possible for Elle. If you know of one please contact me immediately. Thanks KG

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The Morning Call Newspaper lists The Gress Mountain Ranch in their Be An Angel Program. See our donors from BAA on the donor page. 

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The Gress Mountain Ranch is a large & small animal sanctuary, offering "forever" homes for unwanted animals. These animals are trained to work with troubled youth & depressed adults. Counseling in the Country Partners with Animal-Assisted Therapy.

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Holiday Thanks from the founders of The Gress Mountain Ranch.
 
"Recognition of all of our Volunteers"
We want to honor and recognize a very special group of people.  Without this group, The Gress Mountain Ranch, would not be able to operate. A very special group of people that are out there in "all weather", not afraid to get wet to help the animals.
They are dedicated people that answer Ben & Kathryn's call for help. They pitch in anywhere and everywhere needed. They go above and beyond in their volunteering spirit and work.
It takes special people to dedicate their spare time to helping the ranch's animals. From feeding the animals to fund raising, to phone calls and beyond, the dedication of TGMR's volunteers is wonderful!  Our deepest gratitude, respect, admiration, and appreciation goes to our "Volunteers, junior and senior folks. With warm regards, Kathryn & Ben Gress and all the animals.

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Our Mission

The Mission of Kathryn Jean Gress and the animals at The Gress Mountain Ranch is to increase the quality of life for individuals during their stay in healthcare facilities and/or outpatient psychotherapy treatment.
The focus is on the whole person; their physical, cognitive, emotional, and spiritual well being. The animals serve to motivate individuals in their therapy and bridge communication gaps with medical staff.

Mission Statement

Counseling In The Country is a multi-disciplinary approach to health maintenance and illness prevention, utilizing a broad spectrum of experience and natural remedies.  The primary objective of the holistic approach is to assist in meeting the health care needs of each individual and family.  The unison of mind, body, and spirit, achieved through natural therapies, is recognized to complement, support, and enhance other forms of health care.

Kathryn worked as an Animal Assisted Therapist since 1996. The Gress Mountain Ranch & Sanctuary was established in 2002.

The Gress Mountain Ranch Inc is a Non profit 501(c)3 Public Charity since 11-10-08

The Founders Kathryn and Ben Gress.
click on their photo and visit their own page.

The founders Kathryn & Ben

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The Gress Mountain Ranch 3264 Highland Road Orefield, PA 18069
610 398-2122
Visiting Hours by Appointment only please.

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