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Horse riding gives Hayley the gift of peace and connection
29 Jun 2022
Open Minds client, Hayley, has always been an animal lover but it wasn’t until recently that she discovered the magic of horse riding at Trevena Glen Farm located in Samsonvale, Queensland.
Read moreA life changing decision that brought great reward
27 Jun 2022
Tricia, an Open Minds’ North Region Care Leader can proudly declare that she fortuitously found her calling overseeing Supported Independent Living apartments as part of a state-funded housing program.
Read moreOpen Minds: 110 years in the making
27 Jun 2022
What does Australia’s vivid national flower, the Golden Wattle, have to do with Open Minds? The two have a strong and longstanding affinity that you may not be aware of, with Open Minds beginning as the Queensland Wattle Day League in Brisbane in 1912.
Read moreFive Ways Yoga Can Improve Your Mental Health
20 Jun 2022
Today, on the International Day of Yoga, we look at five ways this ancient practice can enhance your mental health.
Read moreCelebrate Pride Month This June
13 Jun 2022
June marks an important celebration of the diversity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer community – Pride Month.
Read morePaul’s vibrant new hobby adds colour to his life
07 Jun 2022
Paul has been an Open Minds client for over five years and recently expanded his community participation to include a fortnightly art group.
Read moreMeet Scout, headspace Strathpine's newest recruit
18 May 2022
headspace Strathpine (operated by Open Minds) has recently welcomed its newest and furriest recruit – Scout, a therapy dog in training.
Read moreGary celebrates 25 years of service with Open Minds
18 May 2022
With an admirable 25 years of service under his belt, Open Minds Lifestyle Support Worker Gary Haddad has a wealth of experience to share.
Read moreAlan embraces a fresh start with the concierge model of service
09 May 2022
Alan, a Supported Independent Living (SIL) client of Open Minds for the last six years, has recently transitioned to our concierge model of service and is enjoying the peace and independence his new home brings.
Read moreEnjoying the perks of a library membership
05 May 2022
Shane is broadening his horizons by accessing digital media and online resources at the library thanks to shared insight from his Open Minds Senior Support Worker that libraries are more than just homes for books.
Read moreLive the life YOU want!
29 Apr 2022
People with mental health issues severe enough to cause disability can live independently in the community, if given the opportunity to do so.
Read moreChris gains social connection with art inspired by music
13 Apr 2022
Chris, 55 years old from Logan, has been enjoying a weekly art class thanks to support from Open Minds, enabling him to be reacquainted with a teenage hobby while participating in a community activity.
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