Our Story
Australian owned & operated.
An idea born in Sydney, SafeMate was thought of after our engineer was caught in a freak wave while surfing.
It was when he woke up on the beach surrounded by strangers who did not know his name or circumstances that he thought of SafeMate - a sensible and secure device that speaks for you in a medical emergency.
Whether conscious or not, SafeMate relays information to paramedics instantly saving everyone time and stress.
The most secure and optimal device for this transformation needed to be a QR code, easily accessibly with scanning from smart technology. SafeMate ensures you have around-the-clock security by allowing paramedics easy and immediate access to your medical history.
What We Do
Peace of Mind.
Medical emergencies are stressful for everyone involved, including onlookers and your family.
We are passionate about facilitating improved emergent health practices though accuracy of information to reduce risks associated with hospitalisation or incorrect treatment.
SafeMate provides a product and a service that delivers your up-to-date medical information to paramedics as effectively as possible in a medical emergency.
Your SafeMate Team
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Dr Patricia Azarias
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Dr Patricia Azarias, a former UN civil servant, was the Director of Internal Audit for the United Nations and the most senior Australian in the United Nations at the time. Previously she was the Director of the Public Accounts Committee of the NSW Parliament. She currently serves on a number of boards and was a former Board Member of the South Eastern Sydney Local Health District and SBS. Patricia is also the co-founder of the Lysicrates Foundation.Patricia is dedicated to SafeMate becoming an assistant technology for paramedics and the public across Australia.
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Leanne Clarke
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
In her business development role for SafeMate, Leanne, a friendly Queenslander whose own mum is a Safe Mate, is the public face of the company. She makes presentations to community groups, liaises with local, state and national organisations and tirelessly develops new marketing and business development initiatives.
Leanne’s personal, amicable connections with a wide range of Queensland communities mean that she is completely in tune with their wishes and priorities, and her deep expertise in NDIS and My Aged Care have been of tremendous benefit to both the communities themselves and to SafeMate.
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Mary-Anne van Adrichem
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Mary-Anne has over thirty years of experience in administration and management in the human services sector. Having worked with Aged Care, Youth, Justice and Social Services, Mary-Anne has deep expertise in SafeMate related sectors.
Mary-Anne is passionate about excellent client service and support along with expanding opportunities for people to access life-improving opportunities.
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Michael Bark
CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER
Michael is a highly experienced IT professional, with decades of experience in the field.
Michael has an MSc in Business Administration with an emphasis on economic forecasting and analysis models. He keeps fully abreast of the latest developments in information technology.
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Michelle Wright
MARKETING MANAGER
Michelle has over 20 years of experience in marketing, communications and business development roles across the professional services industry, the not-for-profit, health/aged care and veteran sectors and with SMEs.
Michelle is passionate about developing and delivering marketing and communication strategies and campaigns that support businesses and organisations to grow and achieve their goals.
Graeme, Birtinya QLD
“Gave me comfort as I didn’t have to say anything when it happened as the paramedic was able to find out what they wanted easily from my wristband.”
Diane, New Farms QLD
“I got my handbag back after it was stolen. The Station Master at Bowen Hill found my SafeMate card and called my emergency contact.”
Lexie, QLD
“The paramedic thought it was great.”
Working with QAS since 2017
QAS paramedics love SafeMate because it makes their job so much easier. Many patients don’t remember all their medications. Some patients might be unconscious or unable to speak. With SafeMate, paramedics don’t have to hunt around to find names, next of kin details, allergy information, tend of life instructions, or pet care details.
To get the details the patient wants to share, paramedics just have to scan a SafeMate device and in a few seconds it’s all on their screen.
Contact us.
hello@safemate.care
(07) 3184 9109
We always welcome your questions, concerns, queries or feedback.
Please email, call us directly, or fill in the form and we’ll respond to you as soon as we can.
