Who We Serve
Kailash Foundation exists to support people impacted by the unique demands of service, responsibility, hardship, and transition.
Our programs are designed for three connected groups:
- those who serve
- families of those who serve
- the broader community in need
Each group may come to the Foundation for different reasons, but the underlying need is often similar: space to rest, reset, reconnect, and return to life with greater steadiness, purpose, and direction.
SUPPORTING
Eligible Persons
Kailash Foundation recognises the unique demands and the lasting impact on service givers, their families and the broader community.
We offer subsidised access and dedicated offerings available to the eligible cohorts described on this page.
NOTE: Our donation based retreat programs at Kailash Ashram are public facing and are open to all. Kailash Foundation uses all funds donated at Kailash Ashram to support our operations.
Kailash Foundation supports three distinct groups;
THOSE WHO SERVE
We help those whose lives and work involve, or have involved sustained responsibility, pressure, risk, care, or service to others.
- Current and former Australian Defence Force personnel
- Veterans
- Police, fire, ambulance, SES, CFA and emergency services workers
- Healthcare workers and nurses
- Carers and caregivers
- Others in roles of sustained service, care, or responsibility
Those Who Serve are elgible for the following programs;
- Retreat Access
- Tree of Life
- Family Stays
- Community Shed
FAMILIES OF THOSE WHO SERVE
We support the partners, children, and families who carry the unseen impact of service life.
- Partners and spouses
- Children and dependants
- Parents and close family members
- Families supporting veterans, first responders, health workers, or caregivers
- Families experiencing stress, disconnection, transition, or burnout related to service life
Families of Those Who Serve are eligible for the following programs;
- Retreat Access
- Family Stays
- Community Shed
THOSE IN NEED
We support people in the wider community who would benefit from retreat, support, and reconnection but may face barriers to access.
- People experiencing financial hardship
- People facing stress, grief, burnout, isolation, or major life transition
- People seeking a grounded place to recalibrate life
- People who would benefit from structured time away, but may not otherwise be able to attend
- Community members seeking wellbeing, reflection, and renewed direction
The Broader Community in Need are eligible for the following programs;
- Retreat Access
- Community Shed
PROGRAM
Eligibility Summary
Kailash Foundation offers subsidised access and dedicated offerings to each of the three cohort groups it serves.
Retreat Access
Receive a subsidised place on a retreat at Kailash Ashram, such as the Soul Retreat, Elements of Yoga or the Four Yogas.
Open to;
- Those who serve
- Families of those who serve
- The community in need
Tree of Life
A one month residential program that offers a deep system reset. This program focuses on ‘wood, work and wellbeing.’
Open to;
- Those who serve – Veterans and Emergency Services Only
.
Family Stays
A 5 night private retreat for you and your family to rest and recentre.
Open to;
- Those who serve and their immediate family.
Community Shed
Subsidised workshops on woodworking, permaculture, land management and more.
Open to;
- Those who serve
- Families of those who serve
- The community in need
- General members of the public
NOT SURE WHAT TO DO?
Contact Us
You do not need to have the right words, diagnosis, background, or story to begin a conversation.
If you are carrying a heavy load, supporting someone who is, or seeking a grounded place to reset and reconnect, you are welcome to contact us.
Send an email to info@kailash.co using the link below, and we will organise a time to chat.
Kailash Foundation considers each expression of interest with care, respect, and discretion.
