our mission.
Founded by Doug and Vivian Newton as Rocky Top Therapy Center in 1992, Victory offers the benefits of equine assisted services and hippotherapy for individuals with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities. For many years the operation was located on a working ranch in Keller, TX. In 2013, Victory Therapy Center moved to Roanoke to build a new facility, expand its service offerings, and have an even greater impact on the lives of its clients and their families. Keeping the dream and mission of Doug and Vivian Newton alive, Victory continues to provide Hope and Healing to our community.
Victory Therapy Center is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to care for the physical, mental, and emotional well being of children, adults, Veterans, first responders, and their families through the healing power of horses.
our board.
Kathy White, Chair
Jim Hanophy, Vice Chair
Doug Tonne, Secretary
Kenneth Walsh
Katie Heflin
Christopher Carr
Frank Tabone
Leslie Goolsby
Taylor Heath
Sean McQueen
Anita Wiescamp
Our Team.
Our team is committed to providing customized care and is supported by a strong and talented volunteer base. Staff members include highly trained PATH Intl certified instructors and professionals in the non-profit industry. The most critical part of our team the gentle, sensitive horses whose special gifts allow us to provide hope and healing to those receiving our services.
steve heckaman
Chief Executive Officer
cole walker
Ranch Hand
michelle haak
Physical Therapist
mandy cleveland
Program Director
rebecca hanophy
PATH CTRI
iris melton
PT-A, PATH CTRI
brandon jones
Finance Manager
jan miron
PATH CTRI
emily churchill
Volunteer Coordinator
linda garrett
PATH CTRI