
past trauma through holistic practices
in a supportive environment

November 2023 Retreat Video
Heart and Soul Care is a not-for-profit charity, empowering women to heal from past trauma through holistic practices in a supportive environment, so that they can confidently step into the present with reclaimed power, femininity and their lives. Heart & Soul Care run subsidised regular retreats for women in need, facilitated by qualified trauma specialists in the fields of psychology, yoga therapy and other healing modalities, all in the nurturing surrounds of the Heart and Soul Care Retreat Centre. You can get involved by joining a retreat, volunteering with our organisation, or donating so that we can increase our capacity and provide more women in need with this life changing experience. All donations are tax deductible.

HEART & SOUL CARE RETREATS
Heart & Soul Care Trauma Healing Retreats are held at the Heart & Soul Retreat centre in Otford, situated in 20 acres of lush green surroundings at the foot of the Royal National Park. Here you can find peace of mind in the heart of nature amidst our organic gardens, native bushland and wildlife. Close by pristine forests, ocean beaches and sea cliffs walks, the Heart & Soul Retreat Centre is the perfect place to heal and recover, awaken to your authentic self, and find the courage and confidence to begin again.

How Can I Assist?
Assisting with the work of Heart and Soul Care involves:
- Helping to empower women
- Working in a Yoga community
- Applying your own knowledge and skills
- Achieving a sense of purpose
- Making a real difference in the world
- Working in an area in great need for change
Heart & Soul Care volunteers generously donate their time to plan, participate in and help support - with intention and awareness - our Heart & Soul Trauma Healing Retreat events.
What would I Learn?
As a volunteer you will learn more about Domestic Violence and the practices of Trauma Informed Yoga, Ayurveda and other holistic/sustainable lifestyle modalities.
You will also learn about how domestic violence affects our community. One in four women will experience domestic violence during her lifetime and chances are that you know someone that has been affected.
Way in which I can Voulunteer?
By volunteering you can also assist in helping us raise the funds necessary to sponsor Domestic Violence survivors attending Heart & Soul Care Retreats.
Here are a few ways you can volunteer:
Leadership Team - Event Planning and Coordination, Administration, Communication & Marketing, Fundraising, etc.
Support Team - Trauma Informed Yoga Teachers, Trauma Meditation Facilitators, Psychologists, Counsellors, Art Therapists, Aroma-therapists, Natural Therapists in various fields, Reiki Practitioners, Assistance with Administration, Marketing, IT, etc.
What are the requirements of volunteers at Heart & Soul Care?
All volunteers are required to provide 2 references, a National Police Check and for Professionals, Public Liability Insurance.
How do I get involved?
If you are interested in volunteering at Heart & Soul Care, please contact:
wendyhscare@gmail.com
0412 614 684
“I found it personally rewarding volunteering with Heart and Soul Care. I learnt the art of creating a warm, welcoming, safe atmosphere for women who were experiencing trauma in their life and watching them blossom like flowers”.
Sandi
“Wonderfully healing, surrounded by nature and the unconditional love of amazing facilitators and other participants who had true empathy having shared similar experiences. Learning new practices and reviving forgotten ones, which inspired and motivated me to grow and enjoy living again”.