About Violet Haven
Compassionate people making a meaningful difference
Violet Haven was created with a shared belief that good support begins with knowing the person; their goals, preferences, culture, routines and the people who matter to them.
The meaning behind our name
Violet represents compassion, dignity, wisdom and hope. Haven represents safety, comfort and belonging. Together, Violet Haven reflects the kind of care we believe everyone deserves.
Our story
Built around people
Violet Haven began with a shared belief that people deserve care that feels personal, respectful and consistent.
Drawing on experience across healthcare, disability and aged care, finance, operations, governance and people management, our founders came together to create an organisation where people are listened to, choices are respected and relationships matter.
Our focus is simple: understand what matters to each person and provide support that helps them live with greater choice, confidence and connection.
What matters to us
Why Violet Haven?
A thoughtful approach to support, shaped around each person and the life they want to lead.
We listen first
Your goals, preferences and routines shape the support you receive.
Your choices matter
You’re involved in decisions about your support and how it is provided.
People you trust
We focus on respectful relationships, clear communication and consistency.
Support that evolves
We review support with you and adapt as your circumstances and goals change.
The faces behind Violet Haven
Meet our founders
Tawanda Whata
Director, People, Governance & Strategy
Tawanda brings extensive experience in people management, governance, organisational strategy and workforce development, helping shape a strong and accountable organisation.
Flora Chishaka
Director, Finance & Operations
Flora brings practical experience in disability and aged care alongside more than 20 years of professional experience in trust accounting and administration.
Portia Jamu
Director, Clinical Services
Portia is a Registered Nurse with more than 10 years of experience, including supporting people with progressive neurological conditions and providing palliative and end-of-life care.
Our core values
Behind everything we do
Compassion
We approach every person with kindness, empathy and genuine care.
Dignity and Respect
We respect each person’s rights, identity, culture, privacy and choices.
Empowerment
We encourage choice, independence and opportunities to work towards meaningful goals.
Integrity and Accountability
We communicate openly, act responsibly and take ownership of the quality of our work.
Inclusion and Connection
We support people to feel included, stay connected and participate in their communities.
The Violet Haven promise to participants and their families
Our commitment
Every person should feel heard, respected and valued. We are committed to providing safe, responsive and person-centred support while respecting individual choice, privacy and independence.
Where a participant chooses to involve family members, carers or other people in their support network, we work collaboratively with them through open communication and mutual respect.
We also welcome feedback and use it to review and improve the support we provide over time.
Looking for the right support?
Whether you are exploring disability or aged care support services for yourself, a family member or someone you support, our team is here to answer your questions and discuss the next step.
