After nearly 10 years leading ac.care, our Chief Executive Officer Shane Maddocks has announced that he will retire from the role in November as part of a planned transition. During Shane’s time as CEO, ac.care has strengthened its early‑intervention focus to help country people avoid crises, expanded support options to meet growing demand, deepened community … Continued
COUNTRY agency ac.care officially opened our new Percy Street site on Friday morning, bringing together community members, partners and supporters to celebrate a space created to better serve people across the Limestone Coast. We welcomed staff, Board members, Anglican parish representatives, service providers, local businesses, civic leaders and families connected to our work for a … Continued
We’re proud to share Why I Care – a six‑part video series featuring foster carers from across country South Australia who have opened their homes and hearts to children in need. Across the series, carers speak honestly about their own “why” – the reasons they chose foster care and the moments that continue to inspire … Continued
PARENTS and carers across the Limestone Coast are invited to a special community screening of SEEN: The Film, a powerful and heartfelt documentary exploring how our own stories, stress, and healing shape the way we parent. Blending neuroscience, real experiences, and compassionate insight, the film offers a gentle reminder that when parents feel supported and … Continued
FOUR decades of support for country communities are being recognised today as we unveil our new 40‑year anniversary logo. Since 1986, we have worked alongside country people to ensure everyone has a safe home, enough money to live on and strong, positive relationships. Our new anniversary logo marks this milestone and reflects our ongoing commitment … Continued
TOYS, food, and vouchers were provided to country South Australians in need last month to help spread Christmas joy. Community donations brought relief and support to families across the Riverland, Murraylands, and Limestone Coast, underscoring the vital role of community contributions during the holiday season. In the Riverland, ac.care staff contributed to the Riverland Christmas … Continued
To our valued supporters, As we close the year, I want to thank you for helping increase ac.care’s impact. Your support drives positive change for country people. Together, we have made considerable strides toward our vision of disrupting cycles of disadvantage and strengthening the fabric of our communities. Country people living in communities across the … Continued
ONEFORTYONE, one of the region’s leading forestry and sawmilling companies, has formalised a partnership with ac.care, the Limestone Coast’s largest homelessness and foster care agency, to deliver greater support for local people in need. The partnership formalises years of collaboration between OneFortyOne and ac.care, creating a written commitment to work together safely, combine resources and … Continued
PURCHASE a decoration with a difference this Christmas and help bring joy to Limestone Coast people experiencing hardship during the festive season. That is the plea of local charity ac.care this month as it prepares to support a significant number of people and families seeking help to ensure they have a festive meal and gifts … Continued
DONATIONS of blankets, bedding, warm clothing, food and pantry items have helped increase the impact of ac.care on vulnerable country South Australians during winter. Generous contributions from community groups, businesses, schools, and local people were crucial in meeting demand as people experiencing hardship received support from ac.care sites across the Limestone Coast, Murraylands and Riverland. … Continued
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.
