Our Story

A turtle cannot move forward if it doesn't put its head out. That is exactly what a number of carers of loved ones with a mental illness have done in starting Naradell Inc born from a shared vision and passion to make a difference in mental health on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland.

Imagine, for a moment, a person in the prime of life with loving family and friends, doing well academically, in sport or in their chosen career with a future ahead of them, full of promise and hope.

Then something happens to their brain through trauma, grief, an accident, substance use or simply genetics. Their whole life, and the life of their family, is turned upside down.

Confusion, despair, anger, grief and frustration are among some of the feelings that take on a life of their own not only for the affected person but also for the family and friends Unlike a physical injury or illness you cannot see an illness affecting a person's mental health but it is every bit as debilitating.

Naradell's intention is to support those with mental health conditions regain their momentum and interest in life and to move forward with confidence, feeling safe and supported.

Through many years of shared involvement with our loved ones, experiencing first hand the lack of continuity and variety of activities that the clinical model offers through the hospital system and the problem of funding and time restraints with various organisations, Naradell will work steadily and surely in making certain that continuity of care will always be at the forefront of any decision that is made.

The NDIS has made a positive difference but it has also brought many frustrating moments and tension as support organisations and carers adjust to this new system. There is still a great need for quality accommodation and purposeful activities.

Naradell's dream came from much observation, listening and experiences by the founding carers at the beginning of 2018. They recognise that nurture comes from nature where people are given the opportunity to experience community at its best - working, playing, learning, growing alongside each other, respecting one another and the environment.

Our vision is threefold. There is a need for Naradell Farm where there will be the time and a safe space for clients to rejuvenate, reframe and retrain in a variety of activities that they feel will enable them to move on in their life after they leave the Farm. When a person is ready to leave they will be given all the support and assistance Naradell is able to provide.

Our vision expands to an urban activity centre, Naradell Hub, which we see as fitting well with the Farm vision.

We also constantly hear people saying they are unaware of services, facilities, activities that already exist here on the Sunshine Coast. They often don't know where to turn for assistance. This is why we have established the Naradell Information Centre beginning with our website and monthly Information Group Meetings. We intend to extend this to a bricks & mortar presence so people can receive information on a friendly face to face basis.

We will strive to make Naradell Farm and Naradell Hub world class facilities in making a positive difference to people who struggle with their mental health.

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