Our mission
To give people the support, care and confidence they need to seek new opportunities and realise their abilities.
About Nivada Care
Get to know the people behind your care.
Good support starts with feeling comfortable with the person beside you. Meet the nurses and support workers who bring their skills, personalities and care to Nivada.
More than care,
we make milestones.
we make milestones.
Registered Nurse-led support across Southern Sydney – Illawarra.
Our story
A small beginning.
A purpose that stays with us.
Nivada Care began in 2022 with Sarah, a Registered Nurse, and one participant. The aim was simple: provide thoughtful, personal support that helps people live with confidence.
As our team has grown, that purpose has stayed at the centre of our work. We take time to understand each person’s routines, preferences and goals, whether we’re providing nursing care, helping at home or supporting someone in their community.
Our vision
A world where everyone has the space, confidence and support to realise their full potential.
Meet our director
Sarah Whiteley
Director & Registered Nurse
Sarah founded Nivada Care with a background in disability support, community nursing, mental health, aged care and dementia care. Her clinical experience includes complex care, PEG and NG feeding, diabetes management, catheter care and wound care.
She takes a hands-on role in the business, working with participants, families, staff and treating health professionals to plan and review support. She also contributes to NDIS reviews through report writing and advocacy.
For Sarah, good care means listening, communicating clearly and understanding what matters to the person receiving support.
A little more about meI have a self-confessed unhealthy obsession with Formula 1.
Finding the right fit
Your support should feel right for you.
We consider more than availability when planning your support. Your care needs, communication preferences, routines and interests help us work out who may be a good fit.
Tell us what helps you feel comfortable and supported. We’ll discuss suitable team members and welcome your feedback as we get to know you.
- The skills your care needsExperience and training suited to your individual support requirements.
- Communication that works for youTime to listen and understand how you prefer to communicate.
- Room for connectionYour interests, personality and preferences matter when we plan support together.
Meet the team
Different interests.
A shared commitment to care.
Get to know our team’s experience, what they bring to their work and a little about life outside it.
Our nurses
Cathy
Registered Nurse · Clinical Nurse Consultant
Cathy is a Clinical Nurse Consultant with extensive experience assessing and monitoring people with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
She works with consultants, GPs and medical teams to share information and support coordinated care in the community.
A little more about meI’m a Dream Team Award winner from the Nursing and Midwifery Recognition Awards.
Dani
Registered Nurse · Clinical Nurse Specialist
Dani is a highly skilled Clinical Nurse Specialist with extensive experience assessing and monitoring people with chronic and acute respiratory conditions.
She brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and a patient-centred approach to her care.
A little more about meI can’t get through the day without coffee — preferably a frappé!
Harmony
Registered Nurse
Harmony’s healthcare background includes hospital care as an Assistant in Nursing and nine years in pathology.
She completed her Bachelor of Nursing in 2023 and brings experience in diabetes management to her nursing support.
A little more about meI’m married!
Brooke
Enrolled Nurse
Brooke is an Enrolled Nurse with a background in education and disability support.
Her experience includes supporting people with autism, cerebral palsy and non-verbal communication, alongside training in manual handling.
A little more about meI love turtles — they’re my favourite animal.
Tori
Enrolled Nurse
Tori brings experience across inpatient rehabilitation, group disability homes and in-home support.
Her background includes manual handling and personalised care for people with cerebral palsy and intellectual disabilities.
A little more about meI have a competitive streak and love a win at Mario Kart.
Jess
Enrolled Nurse
Jess is an Enrolled Nurse working towards her Bachelor of Nursing to become a Registered Nurse.
Her experience includes working in Urology Theatres at Prince of Wales Hospital.
A little more about meI love running and have completed four official half marathons.
Emma
Registered Nurse
Emma is a Registered Nurse with a background in disability support.
Her experience includes supporting people with cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities and Prader-Willi syndrome. She has a strong ability to connect with non-verbal participants and help them feel included.
A little more about meI’ve been skydiving over the Whitsundays.
Sima
Registered Nurse
Sima brings nursing experience across hospital and community settings, alongside a background in aged care support work.
She has also completed specialised training in dementia care.
A little more about meI love fried noodles — they’re my favourite food!
Our support team
Tayah · Occupational Therapy Undergraduate
Support Worker
Tayah brings a caring, positive approach, with experience supporting children with autism and people with cerebral palsy and intellectual disabilities.
A little more about meI’m a big Harry Potter fan.
Killarney
Support Worker
Killarney takes initiative, values clear communication and works collaboratively to support each person’s needs, preferences and goals.
A little more about meI love açaí and beach walks with my dog.
Chanel
Support Worker
Chanel brings experience supporting children and coaching sports, adapting activities to different abilities and encouraging participation.
A little more about meI used to model in Poland when I was younger.
Eli · Biomedical Engineering Undergraduate
Support Worker
Eli enjoys connecting with people and has experience supporting cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, autism and Prader-Willi syndrome.
A little more about meI’m a twin.
Indi · Creative Arts & Communications and Media Undergraduate
Support Worker
Indi brings experience caring for young children, with a patient, empathetic and responsible approach to supporting others.
A little more about meI sing all the time!
Ash
Support Worker
Ash supports independence and personal goals through reliable, compassionate care that respects each person’s choices.
A little more about meI’ve been skydiving over Wollongong.
Katie · Occupational Therapy Undergraduate
Support Worker
Katie brings compassion, empathy and practical problem-solving to help people work through everyday challenges.
A little more about meI want to ski on every continent at least once.
Leni
Support Worker
Leni is compassionate and dedicated, with experience in childcare, community work and customer service.
A little more about meI can walk on my hands!
Tyarn · Social Work Undergraduate
Support Worker
Tyarn brings a reliable, adaptable and proactive approach, with a strong commitment to teamwork and supporting others.
A little more about meI’m one of five siblings.
Millie · Nursing Undergraduate
Support Worker
Millie is an Assistant in Nursing with experience working with children and a respectful approach to everyday support.
A little more about meI’m obsessed with bulldogs.
Let’s get to know you, too.
Talk to us about the support you’re looking for.