Sasha Thorbek

As we start the new year we would like to share some wonderful news.... Greatwood Charity's Managing Director & Co-Founder, Helen Yeadon has been awarded an MBE in 2023 New Years' Honour's List in recognition of her services to disadvantaged young people and to former racehorses

Thrilled to be mentioned by @Ascot in their race card today - highlighting the work that we do in the #community . Ouzbeck bringing such joy to residents of a care home in Marlborough. For more information on the work that we do with former racehorses: greatwoodcharity.org

Learner feedback like this, always gives everybody at Greatwood that #FridayFeeling For more information on Animal Assisted Intervention and the work that we do with former racehorses and people with SEND: ☎️ 01672 514535 📧 [email protected] 💻 greatwoodcharity.org

Less than 1 week to go until nominations close. A share of £50,000 would make such a difference to us, nominate Greatwood now for @SEIB_Insurance Giving 2022 and help us have a chance. It only takes a moment seib.co.uk/giving #SEIBLove2Help

BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE NOW on our accredited summer holiday course. 16+ and looking to take the next step towards a new career? We are here to help. For more information please contact: ☎️ 01672 514535 📧 [email protected] #FridayMotivation #FridayFeeling

Love gardening? Looking for a way of helping to destress and improve your mental and physical health? We are looking for a couple of regular volunteers to help us with our sensory garden once or twice a week. #charitytuesday #mentalhealth #community For more info ☎️ 01672 514535

As a herd animal, horses in particular are attuned to the feelings of others and are an ideal calming influence. In addition being around horses can help to build confidence, communication skills and trust #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek2021

For more information on our educational programmes and the work that we do: 📧 [email protected] 💻 greatwoodcharity.org #education #Horses #tuesdaymotivations

May is #NationalWalkingMonth - physical activity has a huge potential to enhance our wellbeing. Even a short burst of 10 minutes brisk walking increases our mental alertness, energy and positive mood. #FridayMotivation #FridayFeeling #fridaymorning #mentalhealth

We are thrilled to be partnering with @HarratonCourt Darryll Holland "We are delighted to support and partner with Greatwood which is a charity that is very close to our heart" Kieren Fallon "Greatwood is a fantastic charity and we will offer all our support when possible"

On #ThrowbackThursday we look back to this day 6 years ago when Cole Harden (RHS) won the Ladbroke World Hurdle @CheltenhamRaces @wgreatrexracing in impressive style; now thoroughly enjoying his retirement with us at Greatwood. #Cheltenham2021 #horseracing #CheltenhamFestival

9 year old, Beacon (winner of 4 races, owned by @HighclereRacing and trained by @rhannonracing ) wants to know if he can stay in bed for a little bit longer this morning? #MondayMorning #MondayMood

As part of our #MindfulMonday we will be sharing simple Mindfulness practices. As we go into Week 6 of homeschooling 😳 how about trying the 54321 Grounding Technique. This helps to manage anxiety by anchoring yourself in the present. Its great for adults and children alike!

Did you know that Animal Assisted Intervention has been proven to lower blood pressure and heart rate, alleviate stress, and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. Children's Mental Health Week is taking place this entire week. #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

It may be a bit cold and gloomy outside but our wonderful former racehorses are nice and toasty warm. 'What good is the warmth of summer without the cold of winter to give it sweetness?' John Steinbeck #mondayquotes #MondayMotivation #quotestoliveby