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Liskennett Equine Assisted Activity Centre, a development by SJF for children & adults with Autism.

01/07/2025

*Update: Please note we will be closed on 23rd August*
Please see calendars for July & August. We will keep you informed of any changes to the schedule by posting here.

Please save these calendars and share with anyone who may be attending Liskenentt.

16/06/2025

With over 90 Sessions of EquineActivities on a Saturday, our team require volunteers.

Complete our application process and your lead rein training and enjoy Saturdays (half day or full day) walking a horse.

All training provided, no experience with horses necessary.

Download an application form and email to
[email protected] (Over 18's only due to insurance)

https://www.sjf.ie/Volunteer/How-to-Apply

15/06/2025

If any parents who would like out to help out with the leading on our open Saturdays, Helen will hold a Leading course on the following dates.
🐴Monday 16th 4pm
🐴Tuesday 17th 4pm
📱 Call Helen with any queries: 086 206 1626

The more parents we have leading children, the shorter the wait time for your children. Thank you for your support and assistance as our numbers increase.

14/06/2025

📅 July Calendar Update!
We’ll keep you informed of any changes to the schedule right here, so be sure to check back regularly.

Please save and share this calendar with anyone who may be attending Liskennett. Let’s stay connected and organised this July! 💙

11/06/2025

Liskennett is Open on Saturdays!

We’re delighted to welcome anyone with a diagnosis of autism and/or intellectual disability to Liskennett on Saturdays — no need to be linked to St. Joseph’s Foundation to attend.
🗓️ Open Saturdays are relaxed and inclusive — perfect for individuals and families looking to enjoy Liskenentt and sensory spaces. No booking required.

👉 Weekday sessions must be booked in advance:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Call: 083-4776179

⚠️ Please note:
We do not take bookings via social media
Messages here are not monitored full time
Donations welcome and very appreciated
🐴 Parents are encouraged to complete our Horse Leading Course — It’s a great way to get involved and help reduce wait times for horses during visits on Saturday.
For other queries:
🎃 Halloween/Fundraising Events – [email protected] | 086-033 3310
🤝 Volunteering – [email protected] (Over 18’s only)

10/06/2025

With over 90 Sessions of Equine Activities on a Saturday, our team require volunteers.

Complete our application process and your lead rein training and enjoy Saturdays (half day or full day) walking a horse.

All training provided, no experience with horses necessary.

Download an application form and email to [email protected] (Over 18's only due to insurance)

https://www.sjf.ie/Volunteer/How-to-Apply

09/06/2025

If any parents who would like out to help out with the leading on our open Saturdays, Helen will hold a Leading course on the following dates.

🐴Friday 13th 4pm
🐴Monday 16th 4pm
🐴Tuesday 17th 4pm
📱 Call Helen with any queries: 086 206 1626

The more parents we have leading children, the shorter the wait time for your children.
Thank you for your support and assistance as our number increase.

23/05/2025

Please see calendars for May & June. We will keep you informed of any changes to the schedule by posting here.

Please save these calendars and share with anyone who may be attending Liskenentt.

21/05/2025

Reminder: Tonight!
Join us on Wednesday 21st May at 7.00pm
with Rupert Isaacson (Author)
on How Horses and Movement can help Children and Adults on the Autistic Spectrum.

Venue: Liskennett Equine Assisted Activity Centre

Admission is FREE. But Booking Advisable

19/05/2025

Join us on Wednesday 21st May at 7.00pm
with Rupert Isaacson (Author)
on How Horses and Movement can help Children and Adults on the Autistic Spectrum.

Venue: Liskennett Equine Assisted Activity Centre

Admission is FREE. But Booking Advisable

16/05/2025

SJF are inviting applications for the following vacancy.

Liskennett Equine Assisted Activity Centre based in Granagh, Co. Limerick are looking for a Equine Supervisor to join their team.
-Ideal candidate will have at least 1 yr supervisory experience
-Equine Qualification or equivalent
-Experience working with Adults/ Children with intellectual disabilities
-Hold a B.BE, & W or C1 licence

Interested candidates can apply using the link below.
https://www.sjf.ie/Recruitment/Current-Vacancies

Address

Granagh
Limerick
V35X242

Telephone

+353834776179

Website

https://www.stjosephsfoundation.ie/What-We-Do/Facilities/Liskennett-Farm

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Equine Therapy for children and their families

Liskennett Farm is a development by St. Joseph’s Foundation for children and adults with Autism. It was officially opened in September 2015. It incorporates therapeutic day and residential services for adults and a “Horse Boy” Equine Therapy Centre for both children and adults.

The day service provides a service to 24 service users. The residential service is home to 14 residents, this will be increased to 16 subject to HIQA approval of two new apartments.

The “Horse Boy” Equine Therapy Centre operates as a New Direction Hub to, adult service users and also provides Equine Therapy for children and their families.

Liskennett is only available to you and your family if your child has a disability and/or Autism. Liskennett is not open to the General public