
Discover the Farm
Welcome to our farm, where love and hope grow alongside our special needs individuals, creating a nurturing environment for everyone.
Our Story
In 2020, what started as a simple quest for family chickens turned into a life-changing adventure. We fell in love with our first Brahma hen and seized the chance to build a dream: a farm-based job training hub for teens and young adults with special needs. A heartfelt handshake with the retiring owner handed us an entire flock—and our fate! Relocating the birds to beautiful Lake Elsinore, CA, we dove into chicken care, hatching, and farm life. Today, our family ranch (now home to heritage chickens, Kune Kune pigs, and more) buzzes with love, laughter, and purpose. We're more than a farm—we're a community where differences shine! With gratitude, Amy, Dave, and Brian
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our mission
empowering
At Sunny Side Up Ranch, we create a nurturing farm environment where individuals with special needs thrive; building meaningful relationships, modeling positive social behaviors, enhancing mental well-being, and gaining skills for lifelong learning, careers, and independence.
​Our approach
social skills
Independence
life skills
Our classes are uniquely designed to equip your loved one with skills they need to develop while creating meaningful connections with fellow students. Our personalized approach caters to their individual needs, ensuring they receive what they need to flourish in a warm and uplifting environment.
By joining our vibrant community, they will unlock exciting new learning experiences that will enhance their life skills and allow for personal growth. Our mission is to foster their independence and confidence - come on a journey of learning and development with us, where every class is thoughtfully crafted to inspire social engagement.

Meet the owners
Meet the duo behind Sunny Side Up! Their passion for creating a warm and inviting atmosphere shines through in every aspect of their business. With a shared vision and a commitment to quality, they bring a personal touch to everything they do, making each visit feel like coming home. Join them at the farm and see their magic at work!

Amy Peterson
Ranch Heart
"Beaming with love, guiding every sunny step forward."

Dave Tirello
Ranch Soul
"The quiet strength nurturing dreams into reality."
Our incredible team members
Discover the amazing team at Sunny Side Up! Our passionate group of young adults is dedicated to delivering personalized support and creating a warm, nurturing environment for every student.

Taylor
Daily Sunshine Keeper
"Igniting pathways where confidence blooms every day."

Lexi
Hands-On Heart Helper
"Touching lives with kindness, building bonds through every task."

Hailey
Sunny Chef Extrodinaire
"Turning farm-fresh moments into heartfelt nourishment and smiles."

Ginger
Imagination Weaver
"Spinning colors and creativity into many endless possibilities."

Alex
Daily Adventure Guide
"Leading gentle explorations, one laugh and discovery at a time."

Anahi
Sunshine Sidekick
"Bringing cozy warmth and gentle support wherever needed."

Steph
Soil and Sprout Whisperer
"Coaxing life and growth from every seed and soul."
Our farm animals
We can't forget, these are some of our hardest working team members! And yet, they're truly living the dream—well-fed, happy, and receiving tons of affection from students, visitors and staff! Who would have thought that farm life could be so easy?

Guardian of the Flock
Fenrir

Nonyobusiness
Paint Silkie

Goddess of the Hunt
Artemis

Epic Mama Legend
Pork Saga

Original Sunshine Mama
Astrid

Young Star Nurturer
Gold Medalion

Ancient Wisdom Walker
Tortugasaurus

Rising Ranch Prince
Vaderson

Barn Bounty Hunter
Keekoo

Sunny Boar Anchor
Oak