The Sacred Nest

Empowering Carers….Nourishing Homes.

We deliver wellbeing programs for carers who are looking for connection, education and support that meets their unique needs. Our goal is to empower carers to implement lifestyle changes that can improve their health and wellbeing, build resilience and prevent carer fatigue.

Our programs are a based on the latest in scientific research combined with compassion and understanding that only lived-experience can bring. We explore a range of lifestyle medicine topics that are important for longevity and mental wellbeing, that will support carers along their journey.

Much of our work centres around the neurobiology of stress and how the vagus nerve helps us to maintain balance in the body and mind. Through its connections to many organs, including the digestive system, sensory system, heart and lungs; carers will come to understand how they can support themselves to achieve more balance in their own homes.

Take a look at our 2 main programs…

Replenished for Care

Wellbeing Program for Carers

We understand the demands that caring brings, whether it be as a unpaid carer to family members with additional needs, elderly parents or regular parenting. Or perhaps you are a paid carer who is tired and burnt out. Replenished for Care is a carer wellbeing program that provides valuable education, support and an opportunity to connect with other carers who value health and wellbeing for themselves and their loved ones.

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Nourishing Nests

Food & Mood Workshops

We are passionate about food and the impact that it has on developing minds and throughout the whole of life. Through our Nourishing Nests workshops, the latest research in the growing field of ‘nutritional psychiatry’ is translated and presented to carers. Often termed ‘food and mood’, this research encompasses gut health and the links between food quality, eating patterns and mental health. Our goal is to support carers to make informed choices to firstly nourish themselves for more energy and resilience, which naturally leads to greater capacity to nourish those they care for.

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What kind of Carer are you?

Carers come in many forms…. so much so that some people don’t even realise that they are carers!

You may be caring for a family member with a disability, an elderly parent or a partner with a medical condition. Or perhaps you provide support for someone with a mental health condition or addiction of some kind. Some carers are paid as part of their work, whilst many others are not. Whatever your caring role is – the mental, emotional and sometimes physical stress can have the same burden on your health.

Unpaid Carers

Caring at Home

According to Carers Victoria, in 2026 there are more than 750,000 unpaid carers in Victoria alone, which equates to 12% of the state’s population. Of these, 81% are caring for an immediate family member or relative. Whether you are parenting a child with additional needs, caring for an elderly parent or a partner with a medical condition – you are an unpaid carer. Perhaps you are supporting someone with a mental health condition or addiction of some kind. Whatever your caring role is, the mental, emotional and physical stress can have a significant effect on your own health and wellbeing.

Paid Carers

Caring at Work

Are you a paid carer or run an organisation that manages them? Paid carers include doctors, nurses, paramedics, aged-care workers, support workers, social workers, foster carers, therapists, teachers and early childhood educators… and the list goes on! Whatever industry you work in, if you are responsible for the care of others you are also likely to experience the mental, emotional and sometimes physical stress that can lead to burn-out. Paid carers can join one of our programs or we can come to your work to present to your team.

Delivery Options

In Person and Online

We offer flexible delivery options for both paid and unpaid carers. Individual carers can register for one of our future workshops which run in person and online. Although The Sacred Nest in Ascot Vale is our hub, we are expanding delivery to other local government areas with the support of the Carer Gateway. Ensure you are registered with them to find out more.

For organisations, we can present our workshops over Zoom or in-person at your place of business. We can also host you and your staff here at The Sacred Nest for a retreat-style experience. Either way, we can tailor the Replenished for Care programs to suit the needs of your team. If your organisation also provides food for staff and vulnerable people, consider the Nourishing Nests program as a valuable investment for the wellbeing of everyone.

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The information was very clear and very relevant. Cynthia has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the area and the information was backed by evidence-based research which is very important to me. Cynthia presented with patience, compassion and shared experience.

I Loved the feel of the venue. The space was super cosy and inviting.

Cynthia provides an intelligent and innovative meld of evidence based knowledge and skills with compassionate and holistic approaches to health and wellbeing. Her passion to create not only safe but exquisitely beautiful spaces reflects her attention to detail and capacity to take a range of ideas and information to create a place that soothes the soul. Cynthia has a vision for the internal spaces of our bodies to be as healthy and balanced as possible. She offers approaches which attend to the inner environment of the gut and promote peace and tranquillity within.

Such a beautiful and comforting space. A definite place of calming and restorative energy.
This is a beautiful, safe and creative space for the community interested in inspiring topics such as sustainability, nutrition and self awareness. The host, Cynthia Bartolo, is a warm soul constantly upgrading her skills to provide professional services always with a touch of humanity. I highly recommend visiting The Sacred Nest, a unique place in Melbourne, Australia.
How To Get In Touch

Please email us or complete the contact form below. Alternatively, you can call Cynthia on 0417 500 197.

The Sacred Nest is located in Ascot Vale, not far from Flemington Racecourse and just outside of the Melbourne CBD on the 59 tram. Free street parking is available.

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