My daughter had an unexpected health scare that landed her in the hospital for almost a month.  She struggled with hair loss and needed to use a wheelchair for a while. This led her to have anxiety, fear, anger, and depression. We knew we needed to get her help.

Dear HUGS Ranch Family,

Thanks for providing a safe space for my child, Xia. Words cannot begin to express our gratitude. To say that he has loved his experience would be a huge understatement.

Xia's HUGS Journey started in the fall of 2018.

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We are deeply moved to share a poignant video that beautifully illustrates God’s ability to create “beauty from ashes.” Scott, one of our valued volunteers and an employee at Lumbermen's, left a profound impact on our ministry. After his sudden loss, Lumbermen's was moved to honor his memory by connecting with the ministry of the ranch.

The story of H.U.G.S. Ranch is a testament to God's steadfast faithfulness and unwavering guidance. From humble beginnings, His divine hand has been ever-present, orchestrating each step along the way. Though challenges arose throughout the years, God's provision never faltered.

I am the mom of triplets, Austin, Brookelyn, and Blake, who are now 14 years old. They were born almost 12 weeks prematurely, and because of that, they spent their first three months of life in the NICU at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital.

H.U.G.S. Ranch (Hope, Understanding, Guidance, Support) began in 2006, when my children and I were going through a particularly tough time in our lives. My three young kids and I were living on the property that would eventually become H.U.G.S. Ranch, with horses of our own, each struggling in our own ways.

H.U.G.S. Ranch (Hope, Understanding, Guidance, Support) began in 2006, when my children and I were going through a particularly tough time in our lives. My three young kids and I were living on the property that would eventually become H.U.G.S. Ranch, with horses of our own, each struggling in our own ways.