About Yindyamarra Care
More than a name. A way of supporting people.
Yindyamarra is a Wiradjuri word that reflects the values of respect, kindness, gentleness, politeness and doing things slowly.
For us, Yindyamarra is more than a word or a business name. It represents the way we believe people should be supported, valued and treated.
Yindyamarra Care was founded from a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of people living with disability. Led by Blake Lawson, a proud Wiradjuri man, and supported by his family, Yindyamarra Care is a family-led disability support service built around connection, respect and individuality.
Blake’s connection to Wiradjuri Country, culture and community is an important part of the foundations of Yindyamarra Care. The values of Yindyamarra guide the way we approach our work, our relationships and the support we provide to the people and families we work alongside.
The Yindyamarra Way
We believe that good support starts with genuine relationships.
It means taking the time to get to know a person, understanding what matters to them and recognising that everyone has their own strengths, interests, goals, routines and dreams.
Respect means recognising every person’s right to choice, independence and control over their own life.
Kindness means showing genuine care, compassion and understanding in the little moments as well as the big ones.
Gentleness means creating an environment where people feel safe, comfortable and supported to be themselves.
Politeness means listening, communicating openly and treating every person with dignity.
And doing things slowly means understanding that meaningful progress doesn’t need to be rushed. We take the time to build trust, develop confidence and work alongside each person at their own pace.
These aren’t simply values written on a page. They are values we strive to carry with us every day.
Support that is personal to you
We don’t believe disability support should be one-size-fits-all.
We believe the person should come first.
Our role is to work alongside the people we support to create opportunities, build confidence, develop independence and experience the things that make life meaningful to them.
That might mean learning everyday living skills, getting out into the community, attending sport, exploring a new hobby, working towards employment, developing relationships, travelling, building confidence or simply enjoying an ordinary day doing something they love.
Whatever that looks like, we believe support should fit around the person, not the other way around.
What makes Yindyamarra Care different?
We want people to feel that they are known, heard and genuinely valued, not simply receiving a service.
Being family-led allows us to place relationships and personal connection at the centre of what we do.
We take the time to understand the person, their family, their goals and what is important to them. We listen, we adapt and we celebrate progress, big or small.
Our aim isn’t simply to provide support.
Our aim is to make a positive difference to everyday life.
To encourage independence.
To create opportunities.
To build confidence.
To discover strengths.
To develop meaningful relationships.
And most importantly, to support people to live their lives in a way that is meaningful to them.
Because every person is different.
Your support should be too.
Our Commitment
At Yindyamarra Care, we strive to carry the meaning of Yindyamarra into everything we do.
We will take the time.
We will listen.
We will respect your choices.
We will support your goals.
We will celebrate your individuality.
And we will walk alongside you at your pace.
That is the Yindyamarra way.
