Welcome

TO the Ranch

9436 W Steger Road, Frankfort, Illinois

Join Us at The Ranch


Step away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse yourself in the ​serenity of our 20-acre ranch. We invite you to come and experience the world around ​you in a way that you never have before. Our ranch is a haven for people of all ages who ​are seeking to reconnect with nature and rediscover the beauty of life.


With the prevalence of technology and the fast-paced nature of our lives, it's easy to ​forget what it truly means to be present in the moment. Our ranch offers a unique ​opportunity to step away from the screens and distractions and experience the world ​firsthand.


Our facilities are perfectly equipped to cater to a wide range of activities and events, ​including clinics, educational and wellness group outings, and more. Our goal is to ​provide a welcoming environment where everyone can come and enjoy the beauty of our ​property and the company of like-minded individuals.


So why not take a break from your routine and come explore our ranch? We guarantee ​that you'll leave feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and with a newfound appreciation for the ​world around you.

The Ranch offers a wide ​array of services for the ​community. Take your time ​to Explore all that the ​Ranch has to offer.

Venue Rental

The Ranch provides venue rental space for ​wellness, education and training.


In addition, celebration events are available ​to host intimate events.

Private Boarding

We provide private boarding at The Ranch. ​Boarders fit within The Ranch’s vision and ​mission of growth on wellness, education ​and training. This includes incorporating ​mental and behavioral health.

Woman in Session with a Psychologist

Community Outreach

The Ranch will build a

This can be done with or without equine ​animals.

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Events

The Ranch is proud to host an array of ​events for the community. Check our ​facebook page for the latest events ​happening.

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Behavioral Health Services

The Healing Center provides therapeutic ​services for individuals, couples, family and ​group therapy. We have locations in Orland ​Park and New Lenox. Pediatric and Adult ​Clinic Locations. We also provide Equine ​Assisted Therapy using the Eagala Method ​and

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The Healing Center provides Individual and ​Group Equine Assisted Therapy using the ​Eagala Method and ARCH (Arenas for ​Change). All work is done on the ground ​there is no riding involved. Providing ​services for Children, Adolescents & Adults.

About Groups

Equine Assisted Therapy

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Woman in Session with a Psychologist

Equine Assisted Therapy

Community Outreach

The Healing Center provides ​Individual and Group Equine Assisted ​Therapy using the Eagala Method. All ​work is done on the ground there is no ​riding involved. Providing services for ​Children, Adolescents & Adults.

Coping Together is a not for profit

501 C 3 and provides services for

Adults and Children with I&D disabilities.


We coordinate events for school field trips, ​treatment facilities, and day programs. We ​also sponsor The Ranch Youth Ambassador ​Program which is a volunteer program ​working with animals of the therapy program ​and assisting with maintaining the barn.

About Groups

Our Team

Passionate about helping others

Shelley Skas

Founder and CEO

Sebastian Gierasinski

Chief Financial Officer

Ariana Cerecedes

Counseling and Equi​ne Special​ist

Christine O'Brien

Program Officer for ​Counseling

Pat O'Malley

Program Officer for ABA

Sarah Kemp

Equine Specialist

Harold Fischer

Building Administrator

Aurelio Tejeda

Equestrian Facilties

Event Space Rentals

Whether you're planning a wedding, shower, retirement party, corporate retreat or any other special ​occasion we offer top-notch facilities suitable for any type of event.


Let Special Occasion Services host your perfect event!

Special Occassion Services offers staff, rental services, catering & entertainment for your special event.If ​you are considering renting our venue, please get in touch with

SOS Event Organizer Chris Swarens at 708-785-6635


Barndominium

Recreational Room

Barn Garage

Equestrian Facility Rentals

Clinics, Trainings and Educational Programs

Our aim is to support the community by assisting individuals in achieving their life goals.

This is an excellent option for trainers, educators and professionals to enjoy our premier facilities on 20 acres.



Indoor Arena

Outdoor Arena

STUDENTS GRADES 6-12

LEADERSHIP-SERVICE-ENGAGEMENT-COMMUNITY

ABOUT

RYA PROGRAM

WHY

SHOULD I JOIN?


WHEN

2023-2024


JOIN

The Ranch Youth Ambassadors (RYA) is a youth-led program that builds leadership skills, facilitates lasting

peer relationships, and promotes education/ engagement within the community while working with animals. Sponsored by Coping Together 501 C 3


For students, this is an incredible opportunity to promote

independence while completing community service and

collaborating with other peers, demonstrating leadership/

service on college applications. Ambassadors will gain life

skills and knowledge through community service, projects,

events, fundraising, and animal care.

Monthly Meetings ​Every 3rd Friday

of the Month at 7 pm

To participate in The Ranch Youth Ambassadors ​Program, please join us in person at The Ranch on ​November 17th, Friday at 7 pm.

Please contact us at (708) 740- 5678 if you have any ​questions prior to the meeting.

9436 W STEGER ROAD, FRANKFORT, IL 60423 ​COPING2GETHER.COM

RANCH YOUTH AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

JOIN US AT THE ​RANCH

January 26th ​FRIDAY

7PM

Junior High

and High School ​Students Welcome!

BENEFITS:

Service Hours

Learn Valuable Skills

Develop Work Ethic

Gain Animal Care Skills

Build Empathy, Compassion and Confidence ​Develop Communication and Teamwork Skills ​Enhance Problem Solving Abilities

Personal Growth and Discovery

Building a Network and Social Connections ​Feel Proud Making a Positive Impact

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JOIN

COPING TOGETHER 501 C 3

TO BE A PART OF

THE RANCH YOUTH

AMBASSADOR PROGRAM.

Barn Maintenance Cleaning

Helping with Animals Outdoor Cleanup

9436 W STEGER ROAD FRANKFORT

COPING2GETHER.COM


For tours and additional amenities, contact: 708-740-5678





The Facility

100 x 250′ luxury heated indoor arena

350 x 350 Outdoor Arena with night lighting


Specialized rubber footing to keep your horses safe

Rubber Pavers throughout interior

Spacious & luxurious 24-stall barn

Two heated wash racks

Three Grooming stalls

All weather sand turnouts

Seven 1+ acre grass turnout paddocks

Private lockers available


Tours contact: 708-740-5678

Events for This Month

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FRI

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Empathy & Compassion

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COPING TOGETHER

RANCH YOUTH AMBASSADOR PROGRAM VOLUNTEER GROUP

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RANCH YOUTH AMBASSADOR PROGRAM VOLUNTEER GROUP

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Empathy & Compassion

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5:30 -

9:00 pm

7:00 pm


2:00 -

5:00 PM

5:30 -

9:00 PM


For more information:

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