At Cara, possibility starts with people. Our greatest strength is our team of dedicated professionals who work alongside the people we support, helping create opportunities for joy, purpose and belonging every day.
We call our team Possible People because they bring our Possibility Service to life, empowering people with disability to pursue their goals, build independence and embrace new opportunities.
Our Possibility Awards are one way we recognise and celebrate the incredible individuals and teams who make that possible.
The Possibility Awards are Cara’s annual celebration of excellence, recognising the individuals and teams who embody our values and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support. Our awards program is built on the foundation of our values:
These values guide every peer-made nomination and recognition, ensuring we honour individuals and teams who truly live Cara’s mission.
Among the awards based on our values are two prestigious awards:
Possibility Champion Award – Celebrating exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to our clients and community.
The Heart of Cara Award – Honouring an individual who embodies the spirit of Cara, passionately advocates for client wellbeing, and goes above and beyond to make a meaningful impact. This award recognises those who promote independence, empowerment, and opportunity for every client.
The Possibility Awards are more than an event, they’re a tribute to the people who make Cara’s vision possible.
Client Focused Award
Winner: Rahul Sharma
The Leaker team’s impact on clients is truly inspirational, changing lives and earning heartfelt gratitude from families.
Agile Award
Winner: Pragnesh Mulani
Faced with challenges, the Jervois team embraced change and transformed the culture of their house, ensuring clients received the best possible support.
Respectful Award
Winner: Wing (Vicky) Mui
Helena goes above and beyond to ensure clients receive the right care while supporting colleagues with patience and thoughtfulness.
Accountable Award
Winner: Claudia LaRose-Bell
Pardeep’s reliability and ownership shine through in every task, making her a trusted and essential part of Cara’s service excellence.
The Heart of Cara Award
Winner: Swanport Team
Lisa embodies Cara’s values, building strong relationships and ensuring every client is safe, supported, and cared for.
Possibility Champion Award
Winner: Geraldine Marton
James has led process improvements that boost productivity and efficiency, all while remaining approachable and supportive.
Client Focused Award
Winner: Leaker Team – “Home is where the Heart is”
The Leaker team’s impact on clients is truly inspirational, changing lives and earning heartfelt gratitude from families.
Agile Award
Winner: Jervois Team – “What a team!”
Faced with challenges, the Jervois team embraced change and transformed the culture of their house, ensuring clients received the best possible support.
Respectful Award
Winner: Helena Swayne – “No-nonsense Achiever!”
Helena goes above and beyond to ensure clients receive the right care while supporting colleagues with patience and thoughtfulness.
Accountable Award
Winner: Pardeep Kaur – “Outstanding Accountability”
Pardeep’s reliability and ownership shine through in every task, making her a trusted and essential part of Cara’s service excellence.
The Heart of Cara Award
Winner: Lisa Barlow – “Climb a mountain? Sure can!”
Lisa embodies Cara’s values, building strong relationships and ensuring every client is safe, supported, and cared for.
Possibility Champion Award
Winner: James Collis – “Brilliant Leadership that Drives Innovation”
James has led process improvements that boost productivity and efficiency, all while remaining approachable and supportive.
