About Us
Riding for the Disabled (RDA) is a worldwide movement represented internationally by the Federation of Horses in Education and Therapy International (HETI) and nationally by Riding for the Disabled Association of Australia Ltd. (RDAA).
RDA Carine is a charitable not for profit organisation supported by a large pool of volunteers enabling us to keep our programs as affordable as possible. Our Centre provides equine therapy services to anyone with physical or intellectual disabilities, mental health and medical conditions; offering opportunities to enjoy safe, healthy, stimulating and therapeutic horse-related activities.
MISSION STATEMENT
RDA Carine aims to enable people with disabilities to experience enjoyment, challenge and a sense of achievement through participation in equestrian activities to improve their quality of life, attain personal goals and develop life skills.
OUR VISION
To be acknowledged in West Australia as a leader in equine – assisted therapeutic, educational, recreational and sporting activities that expand the horizons of those with disabilities leading to the enrichment of their lives.
OUR VALUES
Excellence
Inclusive
Respect
Innovative
Community
Excellence
RDA Carine is not always about competition but it is always about striving for the best - personally, professionally and practically.
Inclusive
RDA is a welcoming place where we strive to include all participants without discrimination.
Respect
RDA is a safe environment where individuals are treated with respect and are respectful towards others and the organisation they care about.
Innovative
RDA is always demonstrating that looking at things differently can change a life, encouraging new ways of thinking and doing in every field.
Community
RDA is made up of many communities, working together towards enriching the lives of people locally, nationally and worldwide.
NDIS
RDA Carine is an unregistered NDIS provider.
Participants whose NDIS plans are Self-managed and Plan-managed can use their funds to access our program services.
Our quality program services are run by Nationally accredited Coaches in accordance with the NDIS Code of Conduct and Riding for the Disabled Australia regulations.
Our session Support Fee is for the costs associated with the specialised support we provide for people with a disability to access our program activity, not for the horse riding activity itself.
Our services have been categorised as recreational activities and the NDIS funds for our programs are allocated under the line item:
Assistance to access community, social and recreational activities for weekday supports (04_104_0125_6_1).
Our activities are designed to complement conventional therapies and education through the freedom of movement, gaining confidence, creating friendships and achieving individual goals.
How can RDA Carine help support your NDIS plan?
We would like to provide each participant with tailored information to take to their NDIS planning/review session.
This may include a quote for the RDA Carine program, RDA Carine program goals, additional documentation on support needs or anticipated outcomes.
If you are an existing RDA Carine NDIS participant and your plan review is coming up soon, please let your Coach or the Office know. We will be pleased to provide our Coach Assessment Report, for submission to NDIS. As an outcome focused Report, this supporting documentation, will assist to show the progression with the Benefits and Goals for the participant in the RDA Carine Program.
If you are considering becoming an RDA Carine participant, contact our office for assistance with how to include the RDA Carine program in your NDIS plan.