MEET OUR TEAM

Meet the friendly, dedicated and qualified professionals behind Maverick Care Collective

MELINA FAIVRE

FOUNDER

I'm Melina, an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse and entrepreneur. My experiences in healthcare highlighted a critical need for a more holistic approach to disability care. I am also a mother, and I live in sunny South East Queensland with my 2 beautiful children, loving husband and 3 Spoodles. 

Driven by a vision to redefine the industry, I founded Maverick Care Collective, and with the support of our compassionate, dedicated and qualified team, we are building a service provider rooted in our shared values of respect, kindness, and the fundamental belief that everyone deserves to feel valued and understood. I still enjoy working with clients in a clinical capacity, but above all, my heart is in understanding the needs of those with disabilities and working behind the scenes to ensure that as our business grows, our focus remains the needs and care of our clients.

LYNDA

endorsed enrolled nurse

I'm Lynda, an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse, and I have been working with the elderly and people with disabilities for over 8 years. As a mum to an adult child with ASD and an Intellectual Impairment, I am passionate and committed in assisting people with disabilities, feel confident, empowered and included. 

When I am not working or spending time with my kids, I enjoy going to the gym, playing the button accordion and looking after my dog Charlie and my 2 cats, Bonnie and Missie.

VANESSA

REGISTERED NURSE

Hi, I’m Vanessa, a registered nurse and the Clinical Nurse Consultant for Maverick Care Collective. Since starting nursing in 2013, I’ve been fortunate to gain valuable experience across many different departments including Emergency Medicine, Paediatric Intensive Care, and supporting fellow staff in Nursing Education. These roles have shaped my approach to holistic patient care.

Originally from the Gold Coast, I moved to Darwin almost five years ago on a working holiday and fell in love with the community and lifestyle here. I have two little kiddos who keep me busy and bring so much joy to my life. What I love most about working for Maverick Care Collective is the continuity of care and genuinely getting to know each client and their family. Nursing is my passion, and being part of allows me to contribute while working with a team who truly value compassionate care.

DANEIA

CONSULTANT

Hi, I’m Daneia, and I work with Maverick Care Collective as a consultant, developing strategies for our nursing and NDIS activities and providing administrative support. I’m also a mum of three, (four, if our family dog has a say). 

Before being blessed with children, I graduated with a Bachelor of Biotechnology in 2021 then worked for Griffith University for nine years, as a researcher, Sessional Academic, Biomolecular Scientist, Team Leader and Biosafety Coordinator. I love to travel, and lived in Scotland for a year working at the University of Strathclyde, where I was involved in knowledge exchange, business administration, research partnerships and promotional media. I also enjoy a range of arts and crafts, a passion I share with my homeschooled children.

Maverick Care Collective is a family-owned disability support and clinical nursing care provider with diverse, qualified and friendly staff who are dedicating their lives to helping Australians with disabilities so you can live your way.