Sylvanvale

13/04/2026

Vote for us in this year’s Sutherland Shire Local Business Awards!

Our dedicated Support Workers, Behaviour Support Practitioners, Support Coordinators, Clinical Staff, and Head Office team work tirelessly every day to empower people living with disability to live the life they choose.

The Local Business Awards celebrate the achievements of outstanding local organisations while strengthening connections within the community. Finalists are selected based on the number of votes received—so every vote truly counts.

If you believe we’ve made a positive impact in the Sutherland Shire community, we’d be grateful if you could take a moment to vote for us and encourage your friends and family to do the same.

Cast your vote here:
https://thebusinessawards.com.au/33965/sylvanvale

08/04/2026

🌿 Find us at Engadine Community Markets this Sunday! 🌿

Sylvanvale will be hosting a market stall at Engadine Community Markets this Sunday from 8.00am to 1.00pm, and we’d love you to stop by and say hello.

Caringbah Craft Centre will be showcasing a beautiful range of handmade goods, all created by the people we support, alongside the dedicated volunteers at the centre. Every piece tells a story of skill, creativity and contribution.

Whether you’re looking for a unique gift or just want to support local makers, come and visit us at the Sylvanvale stall 💙

Engadine Community Markets - Engadine Town Centre
Sunday | 8.00am–1.00pm

04/04/2026

Happy Easter from all of us at Sylvanvale 🐣🌸

Easter is a really special time for the people we support. Everyone loves getting creative with festive decorations and gift-making — and, of course, enjoying plenty of delicious chocolate treats!

02/04/2026

This is the face of someone on their way to Shanghai to fulfil a lifelong dream of visiting Disneyland! ✨

It’s taken months of planning and close collaboration between Sylvanvale’s Support Coordination, Clinical Services and Operations teams to make this dream a reality — and the smile on Alex’s face made it all worth it.

We hope you had the absolute best time in Shanghai, Alex! 🏰✈️

01/04/2026

We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ken Warburton on Sunday. Ken has played an integral role in Sylvanvale’s story since its very beginning and leaves an incredible legacy within our organisation and our community.

As the son of Sylvanvale founding members Norma and Alan Warburton, the brother of Carol, who was one of the very first children to attend Sylvanvale, and as a Life Member of Sylvanvale, Ken’s connection to our organisation was deeply personal and enduring.

Ken’s generosity and commitment touched so many of us. He was a passionate advocate for people with disability throughout his life and a tireless supporter of Sylvanvale’s work. Through his founding of the Sylvanvale Pre‑WWII Car Show, Ken helped raise more than $190,000 for the people we support, allowing us to purchase vans for them to be able to more easily access the community.

Ken will be remembered not only for what he gave to Sylvanvale, but for the kindness and integrity he showed to the people we support and their families.

We are grateful for everything Ken has done for Sylvanvale and for the wider Sutherland Shire community. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Our thoughts are with Ken’s family and loved ones at this time.

Ken’s family has invited friends and relatives to attend a memorial service and wake to celebrate his life:

Wanda Surf Club (The Founders Room)
2 Marine Esplanade, Cronulla
Thursday, 9 April
10:00am - 2:00pm

30/03/2026

29/03/2026

March has been a busy and exciting month for our little learners at Mikarie!

We celebrated National Hot Cross Bun Day, with everyone enjoying a delicious hot cross bun together.

We also hosted our first-ever Transition to School Information Night, where parents learned how Mikarie prepares children for ‘big school’ and gained valuable insights into the expectations Kindergarten teachers have for new students.

The session was hosted by Vanessa and Emily, two of our Early Childhood Educators from the Djadjung Room, alongside guest speaker Nikki, a Primary School Teacher. Parents found the evening engaging, informative, and a great opportunity to ask questions and feel confident about their child’s transition to school.

23/03/2026

We’re excited to have renewed our sponsorship of the Sutherland Titans F.C. for another year!

The Sutherland Titans share an important goal: to include people living with disability in mainstream sport, while having plenty of fun along the way.

Sponsorship funds will go towards club uniforms and helping the Titans maintain and purchase new equipment for training sessions and games.

The first match of the season kicks off this Saturday, 28 March. Let’s come together to support our little Titans on the field! 💙💛

Interested in volunteering as a Titan Buddy, assisting players to kick and control the ball and encouraging them to participate fully in the game? Find out more at https://www.titansfc.com.au/ or email: mpio@titansfc.com.au

17/03/2026

Looking for a special gift this Easter? 🐣

Caringbah Craft Centre has exactly what you need!

Their Easter range features a beautiful selection of quality, handcrafted timber toys, made with care by the incredible people we support, working alongside qualified tradespeople.

Whether you’re decorating your home, creating a festive display, or searching for a thoughtful gift, Caringbah Craft Centre’s Easter range is perfect for adding warmth and creativity to your celebrations.

Check out their full range here: https://caringbahcraftcentre.myshopify.com/collections/easter-1

06/03/2026

Today, we mourn the passing of Ted, who was a core part of the Sylvanvale community for almost 15 years through the incredible work he did as a volunteer at Caringbah Craft Centre.

From the moment he started at Garden House with Sylvanbeats, two things were always true of Ted. The first was the love and support he showed for his brother, Greg, who still participates at Caringbah Craft Centre. The second was that, no matter what, Ted extended that same love and support to everyone around him.

Ted was a volunteer, but he was also so much more. He was a steady presence and a true friend. His absence will be deeply felt, but his legacy lives on in the community he helped build and in the many lives he touched.

04/03/2026

Come find us at the Engadine Community Markets this weekend for their Easter Market!

We’ll be hosting a stall where you can learn more about our services and browse a range of quality handmade timber products created by the talented people we support, working alongside skilled tradespeople and qualified staff from the Caringbah Craft Centre.

Date: Sunday, 8 March
Time: 8:00am–1:00pm
Location: Engadine Town Square

Be sure to come find the Sylvanvale stall!

24/02/2026

Sylvanvale, alongside Housing Choices Australia, is holding an open house for our 5-bedroom Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) home in Caringbah.

This newly renovated home is perfect for a person living with disability who is looking to create strong bonds with housemates while also wanting space to do their own thing when they choose.

Date: Tuesday 3 March 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (AEST)
Location: Caringbah, NSW 2229
Full address provided upon registration
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/step-inside-your-future-home-sda-open-for-inspection-in-caringbah-tickets-1982931819451?aff=oddtdtcreator

Individuals interested in this home will benefit from:
▪️ 24/7 support, including active overnight assistance, so support is always available when you need it
▪️ Support delivered using a Person‑Centred Active Support (PCAS) approach, encouraging participation in daily activities and fostering independence in a respectful, empowering way
▪️ Access to a fully maintained modified vehicle for transport within a 30km radius of the home (annual fee applies)

Interested in inspecting this home? Contact:
Jimmy, Regional Manager – JAcosta@sylvanvale.com.au
Alex, Growth and Partnerships Specialist – AClarke@sylvanvale.com.au

Get ready to explore the stunning SDA Home in Caringbah with us!