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Gentle music therapy session at the piano
Therapies & Creative Programs

Music Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide

The history of music therapy is as rich and varied as the practice of music itself, with its therapeutic applications dating back to ancient times. This form of therapy has evolved significantly over the centuries, but it has always been centered on the profound impact that music can have on the human psyche and body. […]

Horse and handler working together in cooperation
Equine Programs

Uncovering the Remarkable Learning Abilities of Horses

Horses aren’t just cute; they’re intelligent. Research shows they learn through social cues, trial and error, and a dash of curiosity. So we’re exploring how these thinking learning contributes to the magic of equine therapy horses. The Equine Learning Curve Horses are social butterflies. They pick up new tricks by watching their mates. Whether it’s […]

Colorful art studio with paints and brushes
Therapies & Creative Programs

Which One? Art, Equine, or Music Therapies

⚠️ Program Relaunch Underway – Info May Be Outdated We’re in the process of relaunching our horse-based programs with updated names, structures, and NDIS alignment. This page refers to a previous version of the service and may not reflect current details. For an up-to-date overview, please read our latest blog post: ✨ Horses, Healing and […]

Miniature horse portrait in green grass
Equine Programs

Using Miniature Horses for Equine Therapy

⚠️ Program Relaunch Underway – Info May Be Outdated We’re in the process of relaunching our horse-based programs with updated names, structures, and NDIS alignment. This page refers to a previous version of the service and may not reflect current details. For an up-to-date overview, please read our latest blog post: ✨ Horses, Healing and […]

Two people having an inclusive and respectful conversation
Community & Wellbeing

Eradicating Ableist Language

Promoting Inclusivity: Eradicating Ableist Language from Our Daily Speech As you will have learned via everyone from George Orwell to your mother, language is a powerful tool that shapes our perceptions and attitudes. It is essential to recognize that some commonly used words and phrases can inadvertently cause harm and offense. This article aims to […]

Art therapy session illustrating the benefits of creative therapy
Community & Wellbeing

Exploring the Benefits of Multiple Therapy Approaches

As a provider with multiple therapy options (and corresponding for-enjoyment options), there’s a question that often arises: “What approach yields the best results? Should I venture into multiple therapies – art, music, equine , Occupational, Speech, physiotherapy- or stick to just one?” It’s not just us that finds that a challenging question, it’s a topic […]

Group of people enjoying music together in an inclusive community setting
Therapies & Creative Programs

The Power of Music Programs

The Power of Music: Enhancing Lives through Instrumental and Social Music Programs At Heartfelt Support, we’re always looking for innovative ways to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities. One method that has consistently shown promising results is participation in music programs – and we’re not just talking about music therapy. In fact, instrumental, social, […]

Confident person in wheelchair enjoying outdoors
Community & Wellbeing

Independence: A Stronger Heartfelt Support

At Heartfelt Support, our mission has always been to provide the highest quality support to our participants. We continually strive to deliver services that are tailored, responsive, and above all, empowering. As part of this ongoing commitment, we have made the decision to operate independently, and not seek registration with the National Disability Insurance Agency […]

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