When someone comes to us
seeking help we consider all
aspects of their life experience, from housing, finances and
learning, to relationships and
cultural backgrounds.
We design individual strategies with an emphasis on skill
development, prevention and early intervention to achieve
successful outcomes.
Proudly providing services to the South Australian country communities of the
Limestone Coast, Murraylands, Riverland, Adelaide Hills and Fleurieu Peninsula
Get into the R U OK? Day spirit tomorrow and join us at Berri Community Centre for a cuppa and chat over a delicious morning tea 😋💛 Join us from 10am at the centre, located at 5 Kealley Street, Berri. Everyone is welcome! 😁 Follow Berri Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care to keep connected to ac.care news, events and opportunities across the Riverland 💙🧡 #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
The R U OK? Conversation Convoy has hit the Limestone Coast and we are joining in today and tomorrow 🗣💛 Stop by these free events for a chat and hear how ac.care can support you to connect with your community. 🟨 TODAY - R U OK? World Suicide Prevention Day BBQ Lunch Naracoorte Town Square - NOW until 1pm 🟨 TOMORROW - R U OK? Day in Mount Gambier Cave Garden/Thugi - 11am-4pm #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople #positiverelationships
Relax through a guided meditation and breathwork session tomorrow at Mount Gambier Community Centre 😮💨🍃 This new, free activity will be held fortnightly on Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30am and anyone is welcome to attend ☺️ Keep connected to future centre events here 👉 Mount Gambier Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
Kandice is at Murray Bridge Marketplace tomorrow to share the amazing difference foster care can make for you and a child or young person in need ✨ Stop by between 10:30am-5pm to learn more, including demand in the Murraylands and Adelaide Hills for respite carers who can provide valuable support to carer families, such as weekend care 💙🧡 We're here to answer your questions. Request a call from our friendly, passionate team: https://accare.org.au/services/foster-care/ #accare #fostercare
It is National Child Protection Week (September 7-13) and we encourage everyone to reflect on this year's theme 'Every Conversation Matters: Shifting Conversation to Action' 🙌✨ This theme highlights the power of everyday conversations in keeping children and young people safe, connected, and supported. Whether you are speaking with children, family members, friends, colleagues, or people within the broader community, each interaction can strengthen relationships, build understanding, and ultimately drive positive change. We also acknowledge parenting can be incredibly challenging - especially for families experiencing stress or hardship. We are here to provide support, encouragement, and practical tools to help families become stronger and more confident in their ability to care for their children. Together, let's continue to take meaningful action in our lives so that children living in regional communities have the opportunity to thrive 💙🧡 Visit www.napcan.org.au to learn more about keeping children safe. #accare #positiverelationships #fostercare #walkingtogether
Happy Father's Day to all the dads in our lives who provide love, support, and help role model strong, positive relationships among our families, friendships and communities 💙🧡 It is also a special day for the men providing a fathering role as foster carers ✨ Thank you for creating a safe, stable environment for these children and young people to thrive 🙌 Local kids need local carers across regional South Australia - can you help? Visit www.accare.org.au/services/foster-care/ to learn how you can make a difference. #accare #positiverelationships #fostercare
HIPPY Australia is coming to the Riverland to hear from you about how to make the Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY) more accessible for First Nations families 💙🧡 Your ideas and stories will help shape how HIPPY works in the Riverland so join the community consultation on Tuesday, September 16 at Berri Town Hall from 11am-1pm to have your say. Learn more about the community consultation process and the transition to Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations here: https://hippyaustralia.bsl.org.au/strengthening-self-determination-and-sustainability/ #accare #WalkingTogether
Berri Community Centre is the place to be on R U OK? Day next Thursday as we get together for a cuppa, a chat and some delicious morning tea 😋💛 Join us from 10am on Thursday, September 11 for this free event, or stop by the centre at 5 Kealley Street, Berri anytime during business hours to learn how we can support you 😁 Follow Berri Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care to keep connected to ac.care news, events and opportunities across the Riverland 💙🧡 #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
Sydney and Kaitlyn are at Berri Hotel now for the Riverland Jobs, Skills and Careers Showcase 💙🧡 Stop by before 1pm and learn about local career pathways with ac.care, volunteering at Berri Community Centre or joining our wonderful network of Riverland foster carers 😊 Visit https://accare.org.au/careers/ for current vacancies and more information on working with ac.care. #accare #workwithaccare #fostercare Workforce Australia Local Jobs - Murray and South East
Kandice and Niki are at the Royal Adelaide Show TODAY between 9am and 4pm to chat about becoming a foster carer. Stop by the Department for Child Protection SA stand at site E46 in the Jubilee Pavilion 👋 You'll hear about the need for more foster carers across the Limestone Coast, Riverland, Murraylands, Adelaide Hills, and Fleurieu Peninsula to support local children, as well as how ac.care provides support on your journey ✨ Visit www.accare.org.au/services/foster-care/ to find out how you can make a difference in the life of a child 💙🧡 #accare #fostercare
Are you interested in increasing our impact in the Riverland as an employee, volunteer or foster carer? Learn more tomorrow at the Riverland Jobs, Skills and Careers Showcase 💙🧡 We'll be at Berri Hotel between 10am-1pm to chat and share information about local opportunities. See you there 👋 Visit https://accare.org.au/careers/ for our latest vacancies and the benefits of working with ac.care 😊 #accare #workwithaccare #fostercare Workforce Australia Local Jobs - Murray and South East
The community garden at Mount Gambier Community Centre is having a spring clean this Wednesday thanks to Kefi Supports 😁👏 Everyone is welcome to join the garden working bee from 10am to help maintain this community asset while having fun and getting social. We hope to see you there! 🌱 Are you a member of the Mount Gambier Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care? It is a place to find out all the news, events and opportunities about the centre 😁 #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
Meet our friendly foster care team on Thursday at the Royal Adelaide Show between 9am and 4pm. We're joining the Department for Child Protection SA at site E46 in the Jubilee Pavilion 👋 Do you have space in your heart and home to make a difference in a child's life? 🌈✨ Across country South Australia, we're in need of foster carers in the Limestone Coast, Riverland, Murraylands, Adelaide Hills, and Fleurieu Peninsula. Visit www.accare.org.au/services/foster-care/ to learn more 💙🧡 #accare #fostercare
💜 Happy Wear it Purple Day! 💜 If you are part of the rainbow fam, this day is all about YOU, your magic, your truth, and your sparkle. So, turn up the bold, rock the bright, and show the world that everyone deserves to be fiercely and unapologetically themselves! 🤩🎉🌈 If you are an ally, ‘Wear It Purple’ goes beyond wearing an iconic outfit. Here is how you can really show up: Know the tea 🫖 Learn the histories, the wins, the mess ups, and what still needs to change. Learn more at www.wearitpurple.org Listen & amplify 📣 Uplift LGBTQIA+ voices, learn from them, and support where you can. Speak up 🗣️ Call out homophobia and transphobia in your circles and push for real change. Own your oops 🌱 Nobody is perfect, just apologise, learn, and do better next time. So, proudly Wear It Purple today, celebrate, and stand up for safe, inclusive spaces where LGBTQIA+ folks can thrive at work, at school, and everywhere in between. #accare #BoldVoicesBrightFuture
Thank you to everyone who has contributed non-perishable food items to the Food for Friends initiative at Drakes Fruit Shed 💙🧡 This charitable program, supported by Power FM SA and Radio 5MU, will continue until the end of August with all Murraylands donations to be distributed by ac.care to support local vulnerable people 🙌 Check out the donation bins in-store and please give what you can. Every donation helps increase our impact in the Murraylands. #accare #homelessness #increaseourimpact
The Limestone Coast community will gather tonight for an International Overdose Awareness Day Vigil from 5:30pm at the Old Laundry building 💙🧡 Please bring a candle and stand in solidarity with people affected by overdose in our community 🕯 #accare
It is all fun and games tomorrow from 12-2pm at Millicent Library with UNO, Phase 10 and more! 😁🎴🔁 Everyone is welcome to join this free social group, which is held weekly on Wednesdays and alternates between Millicent Library and the ac.care Millicent Community Centre 😊 Keep connected to ac.care news, events and opportunities in the Millicent district here on the Millicent Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care 💙🧡 #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
Are you ready to Wear it Purple this Friday? 💜🥳 #accare #BoldVoicesBrightFuture
Thank you One Forty One for your leadership and passion of your people in helping to increase the impact of ac.care 💙🧡 Homelessness is everybody's business and we look forward to sharing more about how OneFortyOne has partnered with ac.care to make meaningful change for local people 🙌 #accare #Homelessness #IncreaseOurImpact
"Before HIPPY, I knew that Leah was going to learn from me as her Mum, but I now really feel like her first teacher, and I’ve been able to give her that little bit of extra support, so I know that when she goes off to school, she is going to be ready." 🙌 The Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY) has helped build the confidence of Murraylands mother Jasmine while also supporting her daughter Leah to thrive 😊💙 Watch the video 🎥 http://bit.ly/4fPAXLC Read the story 🗞 http://bit.ly/47Ec4jS #accare #positiverelationships #opportunitiesforcountrypeople #WalkingTogether
We're serving up some new Friday fun at Mount Gambier Community Centre with fortnightly table tennis 🥳🏓 Your requests for table tennis at the centre have been heard and we hope you'll pick up a paddle and join the fun from 9.30am-11am. Be among the first to play at this Friday's session 💙🧡 Stay connected to what's happening at the centre on the Mount Gambier Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care 🙌 #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
Join Kylie tomorrow for a walk and talk around the beautiful surrounds at Lake McIntyre ☀️🍃 This weekly Thursday walking group meets at the main carpark off Saleyards Road for a 10.15am departure around the wheelchair accessible walking trail, which is suitable for all fitness levels. Give Kylie a call on 7725 3000 for more information and follow the Millicent Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care 😁 #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
Learn more about career pathways and volunteering with ac.care tomorrow at the Murraylands Jobs, Skills and Careers Showcase 💙🧡 We'll be at Unity College Basketball Stadium between 10am-1pm to chat and share information about local opportunities. See you there 👋 Visit https://accare.org.au/careers/ for our latest vacancies and more information on how you can help increase our impact 😊 #accare #workwithaccare Workforce Australia Local Jobs - Murray and South East
Parents in the Murraylands and Riverland are being supported to become their child's first teacher through the Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters (HIPPY) 💙🧡 HIPPY Murraylands tutor Jasmine - who supports parents through the free, home-based program - enrolled daughter Leah into HIPPY after witnessing its positive impact on learning and school readiness 🤩 We're proud to share Jasmine and Leah's story during Early Learning Matters Week (August 18-24), which celebrates early learning and its profound impact on children and communities 🙌 Read more here: https://accare.org.au/parents-supported-to-become-their-childs-first-teacher-through-hippy-home-based-learning/ #accare #positiverelationships #WalkingTogether HIPPY Australia Brotherhood of St. Laurence
The strong foundation foster carers provide for children and young people has been beautifully captured in this artwork by Liz Hatwell-Evans 🌳✨ We have been fortunate to support Liz through her carer journey and congratulate her on having this artwork selected to feature prominently in SA Foster and Kinship Carer Week (September 14-20) 💙🧡 Read more below thanks to the Department for Child Protection SA 😊 #accare #fostercare
Sew, what are you up to Monday? 😁🪡🧵 Join Jody and Mary every Monday at Millicent Community Centre from 9am-12 Noon to learn the art of machine and hand sewing. Already know how? Come and share your skills or just enjoy a morning of creation 😊 Follow the Millicent Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care to keep connected to news, events and opportunities in the Wattle Range 💙🧡 #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
Drakes Fruit Shed has partnered with Power FM SA and Radio 5MU to help ac.care meet winter demand in the Murraylands through the Food for Friends initiative 💙🧡 You may have seen collection bins at the Fruit Shed during your recent shop where you can donate some non-perishable food items for distribution by ac.care to local people in need 🙌 Pop in this weekend and make a donation if you can 😊 All donations help increase our impact supporting vulnerable people in the Murraylands. #accare #homelessness #increaseourimpact
It is amazing to see the growth and progress amongst these young people just a fortnight into this free powerlifting and strongman training group being coordinated by ac.care Reconnect Murraylands 💜💛 Murraylands strength coach Brooke Prichard is providing a safe space at Snap Fitness Murray Bridge for participants to challenge themselves physically, while building their confidence, sense of self-worth, teamwork and connection with others 💪🧠 Thanks to Tony Pasin MP for visiting last night's session and capturing the action. We are excited to watch this journey unfold over the eight-week program. #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
A Riverland fundraiser led by Renmark Irrigation Trust has delivered backpacks, sleeping bags and grocery vouchers for people experiencing homelessness in the region 💙🧡 Ray Sutton presented the donation, which was made possible through the generosity of Renmark and Berri businesses, to ac.care Riverland homelessness service manager Michelle Storry. Thank you for helping to #increaseourimpact 👏 Can you help make a difference in the lives of vulnerable people? Whether it is through donating, volunteering, sharing your skills/knowledge with others, forming a business partnership, or another idea you have - let's talk about it 😁 Email care@accare.org.au or visit https://accare.org.au/contact-us/ to find your nearest site. #accare #homelessness
Were you a part of the special day at The Barn on Friday for the 2025 Limestone Coast Support Homeless People Luncheon? 💙🧡 Take a look at these great photographs on the day from Georgia Paige Photography 📸 #accare #homelessness #IncreaseOurImpact
Your care can transform the life of a child 💙🧡 Want to learn more about becoming a foster carer? Don't wait. Request a call or email from ac.care to learn more ✨ https://accare.org.au/services/foster-care/ #accare #fostercare
🌟💙$135,000 raised to address homelessness 💙🌟 Thank you to the Limestone Coast business community that banded together to raise $135,000 to increase the impact of ac.care in supporting people at risk of or experiencing homelessness. Read more about this special day here: https://accare.org.au/limestone-coast-business-luncheon-raises-135000-to-address-homelessness/ Stay tuned for more post-event content, including social photos, video and some important thank yous to the generous supporters who made this event a success 🤩 #accare #homelessness #increaseourimpact
#WorkWithaccare 💙🧡 The Clinical Practice Lead is a pivotal role within ac.care, focusing on providing guidance, supervision, and clinical support to staff involved in the care of children and young people in Out of Home Care (OOHC). This position involves working collaboratively with all OOHC programs to ensure the delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed care that promotes the wellbeing and development of the children and young people under our care. 🌏 Can be based in Riverland, Murraylands or Limestone Coast 📅 Full-time, fixed term backfill 👀 About the role: https://accare.org.au/careers/clinical-practice-lead-fixed-term-backfill/ ✍ Applications close August 15 #accare
Thank you Hunter Buses Mount Gambier for helping people to travel safely to and from tomorrow's Limestone Coast Support Homeless People Luncheon 💙🧡 We can't wait to connect at The Barn and unite together as a community to support efforts addressing homelessness in the region. #accare #homelessness #increaseourimpact #NHW2025
Happy second birthday Chatty Cafe Murray Bridge 🎉🥳💛 Join the celebrations at The Square from 10.30am-12.30pm today and make #momentsmatter together 😁 Did you catch our video on Robin and Vonny's special Chatty Cafe journey? It's pinned to the top of our page, or you can read more here: https://accare.org.au/chance-chatty-cafe-meeting-proves-life-changing-for-murraylands-couple/ #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople Murray Bridge Community Centre The Haven at Murray Bridge The Chatty Cafe Scheme Australia
“Sometimes you have to remind yourself, even through all those dark moments, that there are people out there who will go above and beyond to help you out. And look where I am now, I love my house, and me and my child are so settled – we are so happy.” ✨ A Riverland mother has demonstrated remarkable resilience and positivity while on the brink of homelessness, all while bravely battling an aggressive cancer that has altered her life forever. Her story is being shared as part of National Homelessness Week (August 4-10, 2025) to highlight the often complex and compounding challenges that people are navigating when they seek support from ac.care 💙🧡 Read more 👉 https://accare.org.au/resilience-and-positivity-help-riverland-mother-overcome-significant-challenges/ #accare #homelessness #nhw2025
Murray Bridge barber The Blade by Brodie is offering free haircuts for people in need on Friday as part of National Homelessness Week 💙🧡 Book an appointment between 10am-3pm with men's and women's cuts available (no wash facilities). Call Ali on (08) 8531 4900 to book your free cut 😁 #accare #homelessness #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
A twist of fate and a friendly smile were moments that mattered for two Murraylands residents when it came to finding a life-altering connection at Chatty Café Murray Bridge 💛 What started as a coffee and a chat has blossomed into companionship for Robin and Vonny, who now lead busy lives full of meaningful connections after both overcoming profound loneliness following the loss of their partners. The Chatty Café Murray Bridge regulars have shared their story to mark Loneliness Awareness Week (August 4-10), with the 2025 theme #MomentsMatter a fitting description of their journey. Watch the video below and read more here: https://accare.org.au/chance-chatty-cafe-meeting-proves-life-changing-for-murraylands-couple/ #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople Murray Bridge Community Centre The Haven at Murray Bridge The Chatty Cafe Scheme Australia
🔸🔹 REMINDER 🔹🔸 You are invited to a free BBQ breakfast at Berri Community Centre tomorrow from 9am-11am 😋🍳🥓 Stop by and connect with community, show your support, and learn more about homelessness and social isolation and how we can help you or someone you know. Keep connected to local ac.care news, events and opportunities at Berri Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care #accare #homelessness #opportunitiesforcountrypeople #nhw2025 #endinglonelinesstogether
Join the 8th annual Ruby's Reunification Program Pride In Your Stride event at Mount Gambier tomorrow and walk to support those affected by homelessness in our community 💙🧡 Meet at Vansittart Park from 10:45am for an 11am start with the walk travelling down Commercial Street West to Mount Gambier Library. Please consider bringing a pair of new or near-new shoes to donate to people in need 👞👟🥾🥿👡 #accare #homelessness #opportunitiesforcountrypeople #nhw2025
It was a windy but fun day at Barmera Playspace today as Riverland ADAC brought the community together to celebrate National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day 🖤💛❤️ 🖤🤍💚💙 The day was held in the spirit of this year's theme - Little Footsteps, Big Future - with the HIPPY Riverland team joining the fun and games on offer for children and families 😊 Children’s Day gives all Australians the opportunity to show their support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and learn about the impact that culture, family and community play in the life of every child. You can learn more through SNAICC-National Voice for our Children. The celebrations continue Wednesday at Mount Gambier City Hall with an afternoon of fun between 3pm-5pm, including activities, games and a guest appearance from Nunga Oog. #accare #WalkingTogether #NATSICD
To celebrate National Homelessness Week 2025 (August 4-10), the ac.care Murraylands homelessness service is asking the community what small act they have made to impact positively on someone in need 💙🧡 These small acts of kindness are often done with little or no acknowledgement, but we know that when combined, they can make a big change in our communities. We want to share your good deeds and inspire others to think and act with kindness and compassion for all people 😊 Simply describe your act(s) in 150 words or less and we will share your story on the ac.care Facebook page during #HomelessnessWeek2025. Murraylands residents will also enter a random prize draw with winners selected after submissions close on Friday, August 15. Visit the link below for full campaign details and to make a submission 👇 Share your story: https://bit.ly/smallactsbigchange #accare #homelessness
There is a big week of fun and connection coming up across regional South Australia as we observe National Homelessness Week and Loneliness Awareness Week (August 4-10), and celebrate National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day (Monday!) 🎉💙🧡 Here is just a sample of the events happening across the Riverland, Murraylands and Limestone Coast. As well as this account, you can follow our Berri, Millicent and Mount Gambier community centre noticeboards for your latest ac.care news, events and opportunities 😁 🔹 Berri Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care 🔸 Millicent Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care 🔹 Mount Gambier Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople #walkingtogether #homelessness
You are invited to celebrate the Little Footsteps and Big Futures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children next week 🖤💛❤️ 🖤🤍💚💙 Let's walk together with children and young people on National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day (August 4) so they may thrive, grow strong in culture, and stay connected to family and community. Join us at one of these free community events 👇 ▪️ Barmera Playspace | Monday, August 4 | 11am-2pm Arts and crafts, jumping castle, and more! Lunch provided. Hosted by Riverland ADAC ▪️ Mount Gambier City Hall | Wednesday, August 6 | 3pm-5pm Activities, games and a guest appearance from Nunga Oog! Hosted by Aboriginal Family Support Services #accare #WalkingTogether SNAICC-National Voice for our Children #NATSICD
Our friends at Riverland Safe Pets Safe Families are looking for new volunteers to help provide Paws & Pals - homeless support for people experiencing hardship so their furry companions stay happy and healthy 🐾💙🧡 Berri Community Centre has been fortunate to host free, pop-up vet clinics that include general animal health checks, treatments, microchipping and registration, warm baths, as well as equipping people with collars, harnesses, pet food and other free supports. The service also extends across the Riverland and support is needed to help transport people and their pets to appointments at local vet clinics. Get in touch with Riverland Safe Pets Safe Families for more information on how you can help. #accare #homelessness #opportunitiesforcountrypeople
We are getting ready for a big week of chatting and connecting across the Murraylands next week with the Chatty Cafe regional tour and second birthday celebrations at Murray Bridge 🥳💛 Find out why #momentsmatter as we hold seven special Chatty Cafe events as part of Loneliness Awareness Week (August 4-10) 🗣☕ Why not get in early and join us at The Square tomorrow for our regular Chatty Cafe Murray Bridge gathering from 10.30am-12.30pm 😁 It is a free, weekly gathering in a friendly, social atmosphere. All welcome! #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople #endlinglonelinesstogether Murray Bridge Community Centre The Haven at Murray Bridge The Chatty Cafe Scheme Australia
Make moments matter in the Limestone Coast next week at two community celebrations of Loneliness Awareness Week (August 4-10) 🎉 🧡 Tuesday at Mount Gambier Library from 11am-1.30pm 💚 Thursday at Millicent Library from 11am-1pm Enjoy free coffee and treats, interactive games and activities, and make local connections through conversation 🍰 🎲 😁 Keep connected to ac.care Limestone Coast news, events and opportunities through the Mount Gambier Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care and Millicent Community Centre noticeboard - ac.care #accare #opportunitiesforcountrypeople #endinglonelinesstogether #momentsmatter
ac.care is a non-government organisation (NGO) with charitable status, created by country people for country people. The organisation started in 1986 because there was no teenage foster care service in Mount Gambier, South Australia.
We have a focus on early intervention and prevention services and our mission is for all country people to have a safe home, enough money to live on and strong, positive relationships. Our core activities include the recruitment and support of foster carers, supports for people experiencing homelessness, Aboriginal services, family relationships, counselling, financial inclusion and community adult education.
At ac.care we work in our communities and with each other to these values:
Donations to ac.care help increase our impact in ensuring country South Australians have safe homes, enough money to live on and strong, positive relationships.
Your donation will be used to assist children, families and individuals in the Limestone Coast, Murraylands or Riverland.
While many of our core services are funded by government, we deliver other initiatives from our own fundraising to provide further support for vulnerable people.
Our diverse team is uniquely placed to support people when they need your help and can ensure donated funds assist country South Australians to overcome crises and build hope for a better future.
ac.care is registered as a charity in South Australia under the name Anglican Community Care Incorporated, with the charity licence number CCP2565 ACNC
ac.care is a dynamic organisation servicing the South Australian communities the Limestone Coast, Murraylands, Riverland, Adelaide Hills and Fleurieu Peninsula.
Our mission is for all country people to have a safe home, enough money to live on and strong, positive relationships.
Please find our service locations here or use our contact form to request a service.
