About us

People first, always.

Trieste Foundation was established to support NDIS participants with choice, nurture, empowerment, safety and wellbeing, so they can live the lifestyle they choose.

Our vision

To provide person-centred supports that assist you to navigate life your way, fostering self-determination throughout your journey and providing a safe, predictable environment for you to thrive.

Our mission

To enrich the life of each individual by providing person-centred supports which respect and promote their rights and preferences, and to foster a safe, welcoming and predictable environment.

The story behind our name

Thriving at the deepest point on Earth

10,916 mMariana Trench · 23 Jan 1960

1stvessel to reach it
~11 kmbelow the surface
Lifefound thriving

On 23 January 1960, the bathyscaphe Trieste became the first vessel ever to reach the Mariana Trench, the deepest oceanic trench on Earth, 10,916 metres down.

Despite the extreme conditions and external pressure, life was discovered there, not only surviving, but thriving. Trieste reached its goal, and achieved what was previously considered impossible.

We understand the challenges and pressures that come with reaching your goals. At Trieste Foundation, we believe that with the right support and encouragement, every person can achieve their goals and live a thriving life.

What guides our work

Nurture

Supporting growth, potential and belonging.

Wellbeing

Promoting physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

Safety

Creating safe, inclusive and supportive spaces.

Empower

Empowering choice, independence and community connection.

Life, your way

Real moments from the people we support: out in the community, at home, and doing the things they love.

A Trieste Foundation participant enjoying a live event in Newcastle
Participant centred
A participant sharing a quiet moment with his dog at home
Everyday moments that matter

Led by people who know this work

Our directors bring almost 30 years' combined experience in community and in-home support, goal-setting, case management, service coordination and capacity building, and hold relevant post-graduate qualifications.

Community & In home SupportGoal-settingCase managementService coordinationPost-graduate qualifiedCapacity Building

Want to know if we're the right fit?

We're happy to talk it through, with no pressure.

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