Helping Warriors Heal
Check us out in Plateau Magazine
Anne Duchac, a journalist for Plateau Magazine visited Equinox Ranch in May 2024 and was given a tour of the transformative journey where combat veterans find peace and healing on 23 serene acres in Cullowhee, North Carolina. She offers a deep understanding of how founder Margo Capparelli's vision became a reality, offering a unique refuge for those suffering from PTSD and military sexual trauma.
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Click here to read the full article and explore the extraordinary efforts behind Equinox Ranch and the profound impact it has on veterans’ lives.
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Our Mission is to awaken the minds, bodies, and spirits of warriors whose traumatic memories and attempts at repressing them have left them emotionally numb, volatile, and closed off. Our program focuses on building skills that help veterans readjust to the civilian world and their work, relationships, and communities.
Located on a beautiful riverside property in the Great Smoky Mountains of western North Carolina. Equinox Ranch is committed to serving the needs of veterans living with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) and MST (Military Sexual Trauma). We provide a support system, a peaceful refuge, and a pool of resources dedicated to Helping Warriors Heal.
The goal of Equinox Ranch is to provide an environment and support for combat veterans who are ready for change and willing to seek help from others. We recognize that we can only help those that are willing to work at healing. We support veterans on their journey. Many of our activities encourage veterans to leave isolation and join a supportive group.
There is no charge to the veterans to attend the program.
If you or someone you know is interested in attending or would like more information. Call us at (828)356-8307 or email us by clicking the box below.
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​THE EQUINOX DIFFERENCE
Equinox Ranch was established to fill the voids left by many existing treatments.
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A beautiful natural environment instead of a hospital setting.
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A chance to recover away from the demands and concerns of everyday life.
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Permanent structures specifically designed to meet the needs of combat veterans.
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The ability to bring service dogs.
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A comprehensive year long program that includes two stays at the ranch.
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Admission interview that does not require a written application or the need to detail trauma.
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Services to any combat veteran regardless of era or type of discharge.
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The ability to attend without a diagnosis of PTSD.
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A combination of verbal and non-verbal therapies.
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A comfortable place to relax and enjoy the company of other veterans.
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Delicious food.
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Fun activities (eg: beekeeping; Jujitsu; yoga; fishing; music; and more.
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Combat veterans attend free of charge.
Telephone : 828-356-8307
P.O. Box 2586, Cullowhee, NC United States 28723
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Equinox Ranch is a 501 (C)3 and all contributions are tax deductible (EIN-47-2269920) to the fullest extent of the law.