About Elska Care
Welcome, my name is Nicole McCartney and I am the founder of Elska Care Animal Assist. I provide a disability service using Animal Assisted Activities (AAA). My team consists of a horse, pony, dogs, poultry and a sheep :)
My passion is to help improve the lives of others with the assistance from my animals team. I want to share the positive impacts that my animal family have made in my life in hopes that they may make similar impacts in the lives of others.
Animal Assisted Activities can provide opportunities for motivation, education, or recreation to
enhance overall health and wellbeing. Patting, stroking, grooming or merely being in the company of animals can have a calming influence and is very therapeutic and rewarding.
Some of the skills learnt and benefits experienced from AAA include - trust, honesty, patience, confidence, self reflection, self awareness, self empowerment and self control. It can aid in focus and concertation, communication skills, relationship building, problem solving, anger management and healthy coping mechanisms. Its also great positive reinforcement which in turn can help with improving moods, reduce depression and anxiety and lowers levels of loneliness and boredom.
My Goals
My goal at Elska Care Animal Assist is to create a harmonious space for participants to enjoy the many benefits of Animal Assisted Activities.
To care for one another, to cultivate new experiences
and to cherish memories made.
Activities
Frequently Asked Questions
Please contact us if you cannot find an answer to your question.
NDIS Participants
(Invoiced to plan managers)
Weekday Sessions
Adult - 1 hour weekday session - $65.47
Children - 45 minute weekday session - $47.20
Item number - 04_104_0125_6_1 Access Community Social and Rec Activity – Standard – Weekday Daytime.
Weekend Sessions
Adult - 1 hour Saturday session- $92.12
Children - 45 minute Saturday session - $69.08
Item number - 04_105_0125_6_1 Access Community Social and Rec Activity – Standard – Saturday Daytime.
*No charge for support care workers
Birthday Parties
(Please phone for all party inquires)
Private Sessions
Adults - 1 hour session - $60.00 Weekdays, $90.00 Saturdays
Children - 45 minutes - $40.00 Weekdays, $60.00 Saturdays
If you can't find a suitable session day or time please call to discuss further.
Yes I absolutely do! I am not a registered NDIS provider, however I can offer my services to Self-managed and Plan Managed participants.
Credentials - Police Check, Blue Card, Yellow Card, First Aid + CPR Certificate. NDIS Worker Screening, NDIS Worker Orientation Module, Supporting Effective Communication Module, Introduction to Disability Awareness and a Diploma of Practice Management. I also hold hold a Certificate in Animal Behavior and Welfare.
I also offer home visits and location sessions (dog park, walking track, the beach). Please call to discuss these option further.
Yes I also offer private sessions to children and adults. If your looking for an extra curriculum activity for the kids then there is plenty of fun to be had learning about my animal team. If your an adult that would like some down time to gather your thoughts away from the hustle and bustle of life, then we too can offer the space and companionship for that!
Sun safe clothing is highly recommended along with closed in shoes. Boots are preferred when working around horses but joggers or walking shoes are appropriate, please do not wear thongs or open toe sandals. Bringing your own water bottle is also suggested especially during the hotter months.
Meet The Team
Photo Gallery
Contact Us
Schedule An Appointment
I would love to be here for you! If you would like to schedule a session or have any questions about our services please phone me today or book an appointment using my online services.
Elska Care Animal Assist
5 Welsh Court, Kelso Queensland 4815, Australia
Nicole McCartney 0419 134 687 admin@elskacareanimalassist.com
Elska Care Animal Assist - Est October 2022
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