Sunnyside Farms, Inc.

The mission at Sunnyside is to provide life-changing behavioral health through farm-based wellness opportunities and innovative forms of experiential therapy. We open our farm gates to allow for individual growth, empowerment and personal satisfaction in ways far from traditional counseling. Humans and animals parallel the path to happiness and health through mental wellness in a place where you can be who you are and feel good about doing it.

Sunnyside Farms is a robust non-profit based in the Shields Valley of rural SW Montana. Our mission is to combine innovative forms of experiential therapy that support the behavioral health, wellness, and quality of life for folks of all ages throughout our community. We specialize in early childhood learning, youth empowerment, suicide awareness/prevention, senior moments, cancer respite, and assisting people with an ASD by giving everyone a safe place to find peace and joy. Our staff, volunteers, farm animals are here to help evolve basic concepts such as: mindfulness, empathy, empowerment, strength, skill, independence, and resilience so that people can relate to and discover their own life-changing experiences. At the farm, every moment of every day is about Happiness and Health through Wellness and Behavioral Health.
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Amongst the myriad of programs, we offer:
1. Educational camps for children and their families;
2. A venue for local youth to learn responsibility, work-ethic, empowerment and accountability;
3. Retreats and special events for people battling cancer;
4. Group visits and camps for senior citizens; and
5. Vocational opportunities for interns.

Testimonials

"Since relocating to the Shields Valley from Bozeman, Sunnyside Farms has been a staple for fun, adventure, learning and friendship for both myself and my young daughter. Sunnyside Camps have given my daughter the foundation for a lifelong commitment in leadership and horsemanship, and I couldn't think of a better offering for our small community and beyond. We feel so lucky to have this program in our backyard! " -Kate Lindsay; participant parent, Sunnyside Farms, Inc. BOD, Clyde Park, Montana

"…As a nurse that sees life and death every day, I am truly inspired by your dedication to helping others. Not many people like you out there!"
Kelly McGinley, Eu Claire, WI