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Getting out, trying different things, having a laugh and spending time with good people 🤙
16/10/2026

Getting out, trying different things, having a laugh and spending time with good people 🤙

15/10/2026

“Just celebrate it, even if it looks small on the outside.”

Before support work, Jordan spent years working with people in the fitness industry. Looking for another way to make a difference led to a job that felt right from the start.

What’s kept Jordan here? The little day-to-day wins. Seeing someone have a go at something that previously felt overwhelming. Knowing how much courage that moment took, even if someone watching might miss it.

That’s something we care about: getting to know our mates well enough to understand what a win means to them.

Here’s Jordan on why those moments make the job worthwhile.

14/10/2026

Trying something new is easier when you know there’s no rush.

At our first Healing Hooves session, some of the crew couldn’t wait to get close to the horses. Others needed a little time to feel comfortable.

Beck was hesitant at first. She came in slowly, got familiar with what was happening, and before long she was grooming one of the horses herself.

That’s a moment worth noticing. Giving someone the time and support to have a go can make room for an experience they might otherwise miss.

Across the day, the crew were caring for the horses, following instructions, helping around the paddock and working alongside each other. Plenty of opportunities to try something unfamiliar and take on a bit of responsibility.

A pretty special first session. Thanks to the Healing Hooves team for welcoming us 🤙

Want to find out about joining us? Send us a DM.

12/10/2026

Seb’s got a score to beat. His own.

Every Tuesday at Mark’s gym class, he’s working to better his time on the rower. He loves lifting weights, has recently started karate, and has plenty to share about his runs during the week.

Fitness is something Seb is excited about, and it gives him goals he wants to keep working towards.

For us, that’s a great place for support to start: knowing what someone enjoys and helping them make room for it in their week.

The effort is Seb’s. It’s lovely hearing Talin, his support worker recognise how far he’s come 🤙

09/10/2026

“The bro just does his thing.”

Jasper talking about Nick’s swimming progress is a proud-mate moment.

Over the past four years, Nick has worked hard on his swimming at Laurie Lawrence Swim School. Jasper has noticed smoother freestyle and less need for prompts along the way.

Those details matter. Being able to do more with fewer reminders is progress worth noticing—and Nick has put in the work.

A big shoutout to the swim school team for their part in that progress. We love seeing Nick doing his thing in the pool 🤙

The Mates bringing the big vibes as per usual
07/10/2026

The Mates bringing the big vibes as per usual

06/10/2026

This might be the last time our support workers trust me with a microphone 😂

02/10/2026

First day at the Thursday Farm Activity, and the crew turned out in force 🤙

Such a good turnout for our first visit. Watching the mates meet the animals, spend time with them and get involved was a highlight—and the lovely feedback made it even better.

A big thank you to the Healing Hooves for welcoming us. Plenty more moments from the day to share, but here’s a little look at how we got on.

23/09/2026

For nearly a year, Hayden has been quietly helping behind the scenes at the Gold Coast Titans.

Each week, he opens up, checks and pumps up the footballs, checks expiry dates and puts away the clean towels.

None of it is glamorous. All of it needs to be done. And for most of that year, almost no one knew Hayden was the person doing it.

Then Titans player Jamie Chapman found out. She had assumed a cleaner had been coming through, so she went out of her way to tell the rest of the team who had actually been keeping everything ready.

Hayden never asked for the recognition. He simply kept turning up and doing the work.

One of the Titans Way values says it perfectly: “Trust mundane tasks are part of the process.”

Hayden lived it—and eventually, the work spoke for itself.

Art, ocean views and a good crew.Not a bad way to spend the day 🤙The Mates getting out and exploring Sculptures by the S...
19/09/2026

Art, ocean views and a good crew.

Not a bad way to spend the day 🤙

The Mates getting out and exploring Sculptures by the Sea.

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