Since 1972, Mane Stream has endeavored to improve the quality of life for children and adults who are physically, emotionally and cognitively challenged by providing a diversified equestrian program. Mane Stream offers adaptive horsemanship for individuals with disabilities, equine assisted occupational, physical and speech therapy, adaptive driving, an inclusive summer camp and school and vocational programs. The facility operates six days-a-week, twelve months-a-year.

Mane Stream was founded by Octavia Brown on her Bedminster, New Jersey farm as Somerset Hills Handicapped Riders Club and was one of the first centers of its kind in the United States.  It has grown considerably from the original three horses and six riders.  In 1994, with a grant from the Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation, the organization was able to purchase a twelve acre farm in Oldwick, New Jersey.  SHHRC initiated a capital campaign in 1996 and began construction of the new facility in 1999. Shortly after, the name was changed to Somerset Hills Handicapped Riding Center

Since then the number of riders served has doubled and our name changed again to Mane Stream. The expansion of Mane Stream’s activities indicates that the organization is satisfying a need in the community. The significant support, both in financial contributions and volunteer commitment, Mane Stream enjoys indicates that the organization also has a high approval rating in our service area.

Initially, Mane Stream offered one program, adaptive horsemanship. In the spring of 1995, the organization expanded its services to include equine assisted physical therapy. Today, clients have access to diversified equine programs, including: adaptive horsemanship, three equine assisted therapies: physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy, adaptive driving and vaulting, an inclusive day camp, school and vocational programs.