ThRive Therapeutic Recreation Services

ThRive Therapeutic Recreation Services Hi, I am Danielle, the founder of ThRive, a leisure and recreation based allied health business servicing the Greater Western area of Sydney, NSW.

Welcome to ThRive, where leisure and recreation meets ability, independence and life satisfaction.

-Certified Recreational Therapist
-First Aid & CPR
-National Police Check
-NDIS Worker screening check
-Working with Children Check I have a passion for using leisure and recreation to improve physical, cognitive, social, spiritual and emotional health and wellbeing. As a highly experienced Recreational Therapist with over 14 years experience in the aged care sector, I am qualified to provide support to all ages, abilities and stages of life. I have a Bachelor of Health Science majoring in Therapeutic Recreation and Health Service Management and have my national certification in the Montessori method. I very much look forward to meeting our clients to support the journey to optimal health and wellbeing.

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Congratulations to our winners of ThRive's 2nd Birthday Art Competition!!! Thankyou to everyone who participated and sho...
15/03/2026

Congratulations to our winners of ThRive's 2nd Birthday Art Competition!!! Thankyou to everyone who participated and showed your pawsome creativity!!!
Each winner got this merch bundle to enjoy.

Yesterday we celebrated Bandits 1st birthday!!
04/03/2026

Yesterday we celebrated Bandits 1st birthday!!

๐ŸŽ‰โœจ ThRive is officially 2 years old! โœจ๐ŸŽ‰I honestly canโ€™t believe itโ€™s been two whole years of sharing cuddles, connection...
03/03/2026

๐ŸŽ‰โœจ ThRive is officially 2 years old! โœจ๐ŸŽ‰

I honestly canโ€™t believe itโ€™s been two whole years of sharing cuddles, connection, music and movement with so many beautiful people in our community.

From heartfelt pet therapy visits to our joyful Jam & Jive sessions, every smile, every sing-along, every gentle pat of a furry friend has meant the world to me. ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽถ

I feel so incredibly grateful to the aged care homes who trust us, the families who welcome us, and the residents who light up our sessions with their stories, laughter and love. You are the reason ThRive exists.

To my amazing therapy dogs (the real stars ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ’›) โ€” thank you for bringing comfort, calm and happiness wherever you go.

Two years of purpose, passion and pawsโ€ฆ and weโ€™re only just getting started.

Hereโ€™s to many more moments of connection, music and magic.

With so much gratitude,
Danielle ๐Ÿ’›

โœจ Welcome to 2026 โœจAt ThRive, we believe in the power of connection, compassion and presence. As we move into the new ye...
03/01/2026

โœจ Welcome to 2026 โœจ

At ThRive, we believe in the power of connection, compassion and presence. As we move into the new year, weโ€™re grateful for the trust placed in us and excited to continue supporting wellbeing and meaningful engagement in the year ahead.

Wishing all our communities a joyful, healthy and positive 2026.

The stars of ThRive clearly decided that waiting was overrated ๐ŸŽ„๐ŸพLeft to their own devices for two whole minutes, they t...
23/12/2025

The stars of ThRive clearly decided that waiting was overrated ๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿพ

Left to their own devices for two whole minutes, they took matters into their own paws and opened their Christmas pressies themselves. On my return, the scene was pure festive chaos โ€” wrapping paper everywhere, dog toys scattered across the floor, and two very proud pups happily munching on their pigs ear treats, looking extremely pleased with themselves.

Zero regrets.
Zero patience.
Maximum Christmas spirit โœจ๐Ÿถ๐ŸŽ

Honestlyโ€ฆ who could be mad at those faces? ๐Ÿ˜„

๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿพ Merry Christmas from ThRive! ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽ„As the year comes to a close, Iโ€™ve been reflecting on what an incredibly special year ...
22/12/2025

๐ŸŽ„๐Ÿพ Merry Christmas from ThRive! ๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽ„

As the year comes to a close, Iโ€™ve been reflecting on what an incredibly special year itโ€™s been with Pet Therapy and Jam & Jive ๐Ÿถ๐ŸŽถ

So many moments stand out โ€” gentle pats and cuddles, quiet companionship, meaningful conversations, laughter, movement and music. These simple but powerful experiences continue to remind me just how much connection, joy and comfort animals and shared activities can bring.

Watching Bowie and Bandit bring smiles, calm and engagement into so many spaces has been a real privilege. I feel deeply grateful to be able to do this work and to share it alongside such caring, supportive communities.

Iโ€™m incredibly proud of what this year has held and am already looking forward to what next year will bring โ€” more connection, more joy, and more meaningful moments through ThRive โœจ๐Ÿ’›

02/12/2025

Heading into a pet therapy session

On the way home from a Pet Therapy session, both tired but happy doggos.
25/11/2025

On the way home from a Pet Therapy session, both tired but happy doggos.

Enjoying the view at Bodington, Wentworth Falls with my boys!
11/11/2025

Enjoying the view at Bodington, Wentworth Falls with my boys!

05/08/2025

Bandit in basic training

Buddy's name has evolved to Bandit *changed his name due to the similarity to Bowie was confusing the dogs.
02/07/2025

Buddy's name has evolved to Bandit *changed his name due to the similarity to Bowie was confusing the dogs.

๐Ÿพ  Exciting News!!! We've Got a New Buddy! ๐ŸพWe are absolutely thrilled to introduce the newest (and furriest!) member of...
01/07/2025

๐Ÿพ Exciting News!!! We've Got a New Buddy! ๐Ÿพ

We are absolutely thrilled to introduce the newest (and furriest!) member of our pet therapy team... BUDDY! ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ’™

Buddy is a 16-week-old Labradoodle with a heart full of love and a tail that never stops wagging. Donโ€™t let his age fool you โ€” this clever pup is already nailing his basic commands and showing incredible potential as a future therapy superstar!

We're so excited to expand our team so we can bring even more joy, connection, and cuddles to aged care homes across the region. With Buddy joining Bowie, weโ€™ll be able to share the magic of animal-assisted therapy with more residents than ever before.

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Buddy โ€“ we canโ€™t wait for you to meet him! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’›

Address

Jordan Springs, NSW
2747

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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