H.E.L.P. the Helpers Program
H.E.L.P. charity is stepping up and launching a temporary program "H.E.L.P. the Helpers" in this time of uncertainty for all front line First Responders and all front line Hospital Staff/ Health Care Workers who are affected by working during the COVID-19 crisis.
How horses help
Horses are large and powerful, and create a natural opportunity for participants to overcome fear and develop self-confidence. Horses have unique personalities, moods, and attitudes, which makes them perfectly suited to metaphorical learning. Participants can take the experiences they have with the horses and apply them to different situations in their lives.
Through experiences with the horses during H.E.L.P. the Helpers workshop program, participants are provided with opportunities to discover new ways of approaching life and connecting with the self and others.
Partnering with horses in therapy can help participants to learn about themselves, process thoughts and emotions, and influence change in an engaging and active way. Establishing relationships with horses allows for a non-threatening and non-judgmental way to develop solutions to problems and discover strategies that help in the healing process.
What we do
H.E.L.P. the Helpers program is facilitated as an individual program for our helpers who are affected by the stress and uncertainty while working during the pandemic. This program is hosted as applications come in and each applicant will be responded with times and dates to meet your needs.
Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy and Personal Development follows The TA Method and is facilitated by a team of an Equine Specialist Practitioner and a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner. All therapy is carried out from the ground and involves no horseback riding.
Ottawa location adapted program due to Covid
Our Ottawa Host location Tranquil Acres Inc. has adapted the HELP the Helpers program due to Covid-19. Ottawa location will be offering three individual sessions to participants and each session is the duration of 50min session to minimize the risk of Covid-19. To apply or any questions please do reach out to us by email at info@HELP-PTSD.com
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP)
How will this work:
The EAP sessions will be facilitated by a registered mental health therapist and a certified equine specialist and will include three individual equine assisted psychotherapy sessions (The TA Method).
Funding and cost for the HELP the Helpers Program:
The program is offered at zero cost to the “helper”. We are asking anyone who is willing and able to help support our First Responders and frontline Hospital Staff/ Health care workers to make a monetary donation. Every dollar is helpful and appreciated. Every $50.00 raised for this specific program will assist one helper to attend an EAP session.
Can I receive a charitable tax receipt for the donation?
YES! all donors are sent a charitable tax receipt, registered Canadian Charity # 76014 3321 RR0001
Can I donate by E-transfer?
YES! please send E-Transfer donations to info@HELP-PTSD.com and also email us so we can email a charitable tax receipt or with your address so we can mail you a charitable tax receipt.
Application process:
I'm a front line helper and would like to attend, how do I apply for the program?
Please send us an email at info@HELP-PTSD.com or call 613-489-5627 to apply and we will send you help you get set up and schedule times and dates. If you wish to apply now please click HERE
Where will the workshop be held?
The workshop will be held at our Ottawa Host Facility called Tranquil Acres located just 30 minutes south of Ottawa, Ontario city centre.
Privacy and Confidentiality:
The H.E.L.P. Organization follows rules and regulations outlined by the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) of 2004 regarding all information collected from the participants including registration forms, session notes, and other personal information received during the retreat program. For more information on the specific of PHIPA (2004) please follow this link (https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/04p03#BK19).
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out at any time! We are all in this together and we are working to H.E.L.P. in any way we can!
H.E.L.P. the Helpers program will continue with ongoing participant interest and funding.
