A man sits on a chair in a sandy area, holding a colorful ball. A white horse curiously sniffs the ball in his hands.
A woman and a young girl are sitting together on a brown horse in an outdoor paddock, surrounded by green trees, fences, and another horse nearby.
Aerial view of a rural equestrian facility with stables, riding arenas, and paddocks, surrounded by green fields, trees, and access roads in the countryside.
A man in medieval knight costume rides a white horse during a public reenactment. Another costumed person leads the horse, while crowds watch the event outdoors.
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Project with horses and disabilities in the Unesco world heritage site, Monferrato, Italy

  • Last activity : 26 Apr 2026

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  2026 

 Min stay requested: at least 2 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    Hello! My name is Claudia and I live with my husband Giorgio, our 4-year-old daughter Donna, and our 14-year-old dog Alberto, in the hills of Monferrato, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Piedmont.
    Three years ago, we founded a volunteer organization where 27 horses now live. Many of them were rescued from meat traders and have found a second chance here.
    With these horses, we carry out activities with children with disabilities and people seeking authentic connection with animals and nature.
    We are looking for volunteers who want to experience rural life and connect with horses.
    Volunteers can help us with the daily management of the farm:
    • cleaning the fences
    • preparing food for the horses
    • light tasks in the garden, vegetable garden, and green areas
    • support during activities with special needs children
    All activities are carried out with us, working side by side and sharing skills and knowledge. Volunteers will not have direct responsibilities with guests and will never work alone with the horses.
    We also have some rescued young foals growing up with us. Volunteers will be able to witness their growth and journey toward becoming future companions in our activities.
    We live between Cocconato d'Asti and Montiglio Monferrato, two beautiful little villages in the Piedmont hills, about 40 minutes from Turin.
    We offer accommodation in a separate part of our house and share meals. We speak English and French.
    We are looking for well-mannered, curious people who are eager to learn about life with horses and country life.
    If you think this experience might be right for you, contact us!
    We can host 1 to 2 Workawayers at a time 🙂


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    Ciao! Mi chiamo Claudia e vivo con mio marito Giorgio, la nostra bimba Donna di 4 anni e Alberto, il nostro cagnone di 14 anni, tra le colline del Monferrato, patrimonio UNESCO, in Piemonte.
    Tre anni fa abbiamo fondato una Organizzazione di Volontariato dove oggi vivono 27 cavalli. Molti di loro sono stati salvati da commercianti di carne e hanno trovato qui una seconda possibilità.
    Con questi cavalli svolgiamo attività con ragazzi con disabilità e persone che cercano un contatto autentico con gli animali e con la natura.
    Cerchiamo volontari che abbiano voglia di vivere un’esperienza vera di vita rurale e di relazione con i cavalli.
    I volontari potranno aiutarci nella gestione quotidiana della fattoria:
    • pulizia dei recinti
    • preparazione del cibo per i cavalli
    • piccoli lavori nel giardino, orto e aree verdi
    • supporto durante le attività con i ragazzi speciali
    Tutte le attività vengono svolte insieme a noi, lavorando fianco a fianco e condividendo competenze e conoscenze. I volontari non avranno responsabilità dirette con gli ospiti e non lavoreranno mai da soli con i cavalli.
    Abbiamo anche alcuni giovani puledri salvati che stanno crescendo con noi. I volontari potranno assistere alla loro crescita e al loro percorso per diventare futuri compagni nelle nostre attività.
    Viviamo tra Cocconato d’Asti e Montiglio Monferrato, due piccoli paesi molto belli nelle colline del Piemonte, a circa 40 minuti da Torino.
    Offriamo alloggio in una parte indipendente della nostra casa e condividiamo i pasti. Parliamo inglese e francese.
    Cerchiamo persone educate, curiose e con voglia di imparare qualcosa sulla vita con i cavalli e sulla vita di campagna.
    Se pensi che questa esperienza possa essere giusta per te, scrivici!
    Possiamo ospitare da 1 a 2 Workawayers contemporaneamente 🙂

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Charity Work
    Language practice
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    Farmstay help
    Babysitting and creative play
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
    House & pet sitting
  • Interests

    Interests

    Sustainability
    Pets
    Events & social
    Farming
    Charity work
    Plant care
    Music
    Languages
    Gardening
    Cooking & food
    Animals
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Mountain
    Hiking
    Camping
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We're a vibrant community, filled with people who enjoy it. Our relationship with disabilities helps us improve ourselves and makes us feel like we're contributing to important causes. Horses and nature inspire inner peace and tranquility. Furthermore, our area is packed with events you can attend to learn more about the traditions and customs of our beautiful Monferrato.

    Siamo una realtà molto viva e ricca di persone che la frequentano, il rapporto con la disabilità fa migliorare noi stessi e ci fa sentire utili a cause importanti, i cavalli e la natura trasmettono pace e tranquillità interiore. Inoltre le nostre zone sono ricche di eventi ai quali si può partecipare per poter imparare meglio tradizioni e usanze del nostro bel Monferrato.

  • Charity

    Registered charity

    This host is a registered charity in their country and is looking for volunteers to help with their project(s).

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    Small garden maintenance, cleaning fences, caring for the animals, helping prepare the horses for activities, painting fences or putting up new sheds, etc. These are the foundations of our daily routine, which is never the same as the last. Many of the tasks listed will be done together, so as to impart new professional skills.

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    Piccole manutenzioni del giardino, pulizia dei recinti, cura degli animali, aiuto nel preparare i cavalli per le attività, dipingere staccionate o nuove capannine, etc.. Sono alla base delle nostre giornate che non sono mai uguali alla precedente. Molte delle attività elencate saranno svolte insieme, così da trasmettere nuove capacità professionali.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    French: Fluent
    German: Beginner

    This host offers a language exchange
    Inglese e francese parlati bene. Ci piacerebbe imparare la lingua dell'ospite.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    You'll stay in a separate part of the house with a large bedroom and private bathroom with shower. Lunch and dinner will be served with us as a family. We'll also take you on day trips. We'll also drive you from your home to the association's headquarters.


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    Sarai alloggiato in una parte della casa con grande camera da letto e bagno con doccia privati. Pranzo e cena con noi in famiglia. Gite fuori porta ovviamente insieme a noi.
    Gli spostamenti da casa alla sede dell'associazione in automobile con noi.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    For leisure, large cities like Asti or Turin are easily accessible by bus or train. We are very helpful and welcoming people. Our lifestyle is closely tied to the association's activities and caring for the animals. Dinners are usually eaten late at home, while lunch is almost always at the association's cabin. After this experience, we would love to extend our journey with more significant projects. The only requirements are good manners, good will, and a desire to learn.


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    Per il tempo libero le grandi città tipo Asti o Torino sono facilmente raggiungibile in autobus o treno. Siamo persone molto disponibili e accoglienti.
    Il nostro stile di vita è molto legato alle attività dell'associazione e alla cura degli animali. Si cena solitamente tardi a casa mentre il pranzo è quasi sempre nella casetta dell'associazione. Ci piacerebbe molto, dopo questa esperienza, prolungare il percorso con dei progetti più importanti.
    Le uniche cose richieste sono. educazione, buona volontà e voglia di imparare.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    This host has indicated that they love having digital nomads stay.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    Il camper può essere ospitato presso la nostra abitazione oppure presso l'associazione.

  • Can possibly accept pets

    Can possibly accept pets

    Tutti, purché rispettino il nostro cane maschio anziano e i gatti.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

    Alberto

Host ref number: 679663653785

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A woman and a young girl are sitting together on a brown horse in an outdoor paddock, surrounded by green trees, fences, and another horse nearby.
Aerial view of a rural equestrian facility with stables, riding arenas, and paddocks, surrounded by green fields, trees, and access roads in the countryside.
A man in medieval knight costume rides a white horse during a public reenactment. Another costumed person leads the horse, while crowds watch the event outdoors.
A man sits on a chair in a sandy area, holding a colorful ball. A white horse curiously sniffs the ball in his hands.

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