Deb Cossingham
Co-Founder and Executive Director
Deb is a PATH International member and coordinates with the Program Director, Office Manager, and the Board of Directors. Her 30 years of teaching experience is beneficial in these responsibilities and to our program.
(photo courtesy of Lorandeau Photography)
Aileen Reney, CTRI
Program Director, PATH International Registered Instructor
Aileen has been teaching Equine Assisted Activities since 2008 both out West and in Vermont. She lives in the local area and has horses of her own. In addition to equine activities she loves volleyball.
Lorna Young, CTRI
PATH International Advanced Instructor
Lorna has 30 years of experience teaching people with special needs and managing therapeutic horsemanship programs and was active in 4-H and Pony Club on her parents’ farm. Her expertise is a valued integral part of our program. She is an active member of PATH International and is a certified PATH International Equine Specialist. She lives in Warner, NH.
Kerrin Larson, CTRI
Instructor, PATH International Registered Instructor
Kerrin started in 2022 as a volunteer and is now one of our instructors. Kerrin brings to the FCFTH program extensive equestrian knowledge and skill and has become a valued member of the team.
Melissa Shattuck
Office Manager
Melissa began as a volunteer in 2025 and is excited to be able to bring her years of accounting and office management skills to the program. She loves being out in nature, camping out as much as she can and taking care of her large collection of houseplants.