Encompass Wellbeing

27/11/2025

This is why we are so passionate about what we do at Encompass Wellbeing.

Young Australians are facing significant mental health challenges. One in five young people experiences mental illness, including anxiety, depression and substance abuse disorders.

A groundbreaking Victorian trial found that group-based ‘nature prescriptions’ – where health practitioners prescribe nature-based activities for patients – can deliver compelling results and value for money.

Conventional therapies can be costly and frequently involve long waiting periods. In contrast, spending time in nature offers an alternative that is affordable, widely accessible, and grounded in a long-standing truth: being in natural environments supports our well-being.

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25/11/2025

ADHD

21/11/2025

One small step creates motivation…. Take the step!

14/11/2025

We stand with Garth & Max…🥰 🐶

🚨 An Aussie veteran walking around Australia for charity had the POLICE called on him… because of his assistance dog. 😢🇦🇺

Meet Garth Murray and his loyal dog Max — walking around Australia to raise money for charity.

After serving 15 years in the Australian Defence Force, Garth lives with severe anxiety.

Max isn’t just a dog.

He’s trained. Accredited. His lifeline. 🐾❤️

But when Garth stopped at a country pub in South Australia…

The owner told him his dog had to leave.

When Garth stood up for his rights under the Disability Discrimination Act,

the publican tipped out his beer and called the police.

The police checked Max’s papers — and confirmed Garth was in the right.

He and Max had every legal right to be there.

Still, the damage was done.

Another veteran humiliated.

Another person with a disability made to feel “less than.”

💔 This happens every single day in Australia.

People with legitimate assistance dogs being denied access — in cafes, pubs, taxis, and shops.

Why? Because there’s no national accreditation standard for assistance animals.

Every state has different rules.

And the confusion hurts real people.

👉 It’s time for the Federal Government to step up.

If you agree that no one should ever be refused service because of their assistance dog,

please SHARE this post, COMMENT “I stand with Garth & Max”, and help raise awareness.

Let’s show Garth and Max that Australia’s got their back. 🇦🇺💪🐾
Phillip Thompson OAM MP Nat Cook MP Mark Butler MP

09/11/2025

09/11/2025

There is often confusion about the difference between NDIS & NDIA. We hope this brings some clarity.

31/10/2025

Most of you will have already heard the news that The Long Sunset has been cancelled 🥹

Really feeling for everyone who poured their hearts into bringing this festival to life.

I was meant to be facilitating yoga classes in hall as part of the festival and would still love to offer this practice to anyone who’d like to come together.

So tomorrow (Saturday) at 8:00 a.m., we’ll be holding a Free Community Class at the studio — a space to breathe, connect, and share the energy that was meant for the festival.

We’d love for you to join us! Bring friends, family and neighbours! And if you know anyone who was planning to be at the festival, or could use a sense of community right now, please help us spread the word.

Details:

When: Tomorrow — Saturday, 8:00 a.m.

Where: Community Yoga Studio, Boonah. ACCESS FROM OLIVER STREET.

Cost: Free — donations welcome, never expected.

Bring: Just your yoga mat if you have one. Don’t worry if you don’t, you can borrow ours!

We’d love to fill the space with familiar faces and new friends — coming together in the spirit of kindness, connection, and community.

With love,

Laura

30/10/2025

29/10/2025

Meet Amber — Your Support Worker with Heart and Lived Experience 💫
At 18, a serious accident left Amber with injuries that meant she needed to learn to walk, talk and eat all over again.
Now at 27, she’s turned that experience into purpose, helping others find confidence, connection, and joy in everyday life.
With the support of Encompass Wellbeing, Amber offers NDIS support work focused on social connection, motivation and building confidence through:
✨ Gym and fitness support
🎨 Art and craft activities
🌿 Social outings and community connection
💜 Inspiration and motivation to live your best life
Amber’s mission is simple, to help others believe in themselves, one step at a time.

📧 Get in touch: info@encompasswellbeing.net
Supporting people to grow, connect and thrive.

17/10/2025