Herd Together Inc. is a Certified Facility based in Bellmere Qld and a Registered Charity with DRG status that is committed to positively impacting the emotional, mental, behavioral, and social challenges all of ages within our community.
“HORSES ARE POWERFUL HEALERS, TEACHERS AND CO-THERAPISTS”
Horses are naturally social animals with personalities, attitudes, fears, and moods, and they are very sensitive to the energy around them. They will respond appropriately to human interaction, allowing learners to experience a sense of connection and participation without the negative feelings sometimes associated with traditional counseling.
Our programs are synonymous with professional training as they are results-based programs. These unique programs provide a genuine alternative to the more traditional methods of assisting young disadvantaged people into a functional and fruitful life. We have been working together with Youth and Family Service organisations in the Moreton Bay region, department for Child Safety and Correctional services, NDIS and other organisations.
Through our horse whispering sessions - individual sessions or workshops, participants interact with horses and ponies while completing on-the-ground activities (no riding), we can help develop motivation, confidence, critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills, as well as work to overcome depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, educational challenges and much more.
Horses and teenagers are seeking the same feelings of trust and connection, and once a child realizes this similarity, he or she is able to form a connection that is uplifting and inspiring. Horses can teach people about themselves and their interaction with others around them.
Youth are referred to our services by youth & family welfare services. This referral process ensures that all youth participating in the program need benevolent aid due to factors such as a family history of domestic violence, low socio-economic conditions; and mental health issues. The program services the Moreton Bay Region, and North Brisbane areas.
Katrina (our head facilitator) is available to speak to work teams or school-groups on how the principles of natural horsemanship can help humans learn to communicate with calm assertiveness, trust, and respect.
Located in Bellmere Queensland North of Brisbane, set on 8 idyllic acres. Our property is private, has bathroom amenities, flat access area for wheelchairs, come see kangaroos lounging in the front yard, and hear many species of birds. And see horses grazing in a natural habitat.
Sponsorship
Our organization is committed to improving the lives of those in need. With your support, we can make a positive impact on the world. Join us today!
As a corporate partner you can choose to invest in our Youth & families supporting young people who are experiencing disadvantage or are at risk of disengagement by funding our:
- “Which Horse or Pony are you?” Program – giving access to our workshops for high school students in schools where a high number of the cohort are experiencing social disadvantage;
- Workshops – delivering to youth in the justice system, social workers and DV workshops to support the growth of families by sharing key program concepts and building stronger relationships;
Alternatively, we can work with you to find an area of need within our organization that aligns with your business objectives or philanthropic goals. Together we can ensure all young people, no matter their circumstances, are given every opportunity to thrive.
To find out more about making a corporate donation to assist a group of Youth please contact Herd Together Inc committee by emailing info@herdtogetherinc.org
