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Who We Are

Mura Care Support Services is a locally owned business dedicated to providing culturally safe, respectful, and high-quality support services to the peoples of the Torres Strait Islands, Cape York, and broader Queensland communities. We specialise in helping individuals access essential services while maintaining strong connections to their culture, language, and community.

Our services are built on understanding, empathy, and lived experience—ensuring every client feels valued, heard, and supported in their unique journey.

Meet Sam Pearson

Founder & Managing Director

Sam Pearson is the heart behind Mura Care Support Services. A proud Torres Strait Islander, Sam brings over 15 years of experience in the Disability, Youth, and Community Services sectors. His personal and professional journey has been shaped by a strong cultural foundation, a deep understanding of community needs, and a passion for helping others navigate systems that can often feel complex and disconnected from local ways of life.

Sam’s Story

Growing up in the Torres Strait Islands, Sam witnessed first-hand the challenges faced by his community in accessing mainstream services. Language barriers, cultural misunderstandings, and a lack of tailored support often meant that people missed out on the help they needed.

Determined to make a difference, Sam has spent years working directly with individuals and families in the disability sector, providing support that goes beyond checklists—support that respects culture, family values, and community connection.

His fluency in Torres Strait languages such as Kalaw Lagaw Ya, Kalaw Kawaw Ya, and Meriam Mir enables him to bridge the gap between clients and service providers, ensuring clear communication and culturally safe interactions.

Sam’s Mission & Vision

Sam’s vision is simple yet powerful:
“To ensure Torres Strait Islander and Cape York people receive the support they deserve, in a way that honours their culture and identity.”

Mura Care was founded with this goal at its core. Through culturally appropriate support services, Sam aims to empower individuals and families, helping them access the NDIS, QLD Health, and other essential services without losing their cultural voice.

Core Values We Live By

  • Cultural Integrity: Respecting and upholding traditions, languages, and community values.

  • Quality Care: Providing professional, reliable, and compassionate support.

  • Community Engagement: Working closely with local communities to ensure services reflect their needs.

  • Empowerment: Supporting individuals to make informed choices and take control of their lives.

  • Inclusivity: Welcoming all clients, Indigenous and non-Indigenous, with culturally sensitive care.

Why Sam Started Mura Care

“I saw a real gap in services for my people. Mainstream providers don’t always understand our way of life, how we speak, or what’s important to us. Mura Care is my way of changing that—by delivering support that feels right, that respects who we are.”
— Sam Pearson

Our Commitment

Under Sam’s leadership, Mura Care Support Services is committed to:

  • Providing culturally safe NDIS support.

  • Building trusted relationships with clients, families, and communities.

  • Expanding services to meet growing needs in the Torres Strait and Cape York regions.

  • Supporting local employment and training opportunities for Indigenous people.