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 Kavooris and Vonny Jaensch, who now lead busy lives full of meaningful … Continued
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. Donna* and her young child now happily live in a safe, stable home following a turbulent 12-month period that included a brush with homelessness after fleeing family … Continued
A STATE leader in business and philanthropy will visit Mount Gambier to speak at the Limestone Coast Support Homeless People Luncheon next month. Coopers Foundation and Coopers Brewery chair Melanie Cooper AM will provide the keynote address at the event. The Limestone Coast Support Homeless People Luncheon will return to The Barn Palais on August … Continued
COUNTRY agency ac.care is calling for community support to help meet strong demand for blankets, jumpers and other warm clothing to keep vulnerable people comfortable this winter. The arrival of cold, wintry conditions has led people experiencing hardship to seek help at ac.care’s sites across the Limestone Coast, Riverland and Murraylands, with community support crucial … Continued
BUILDING connections and community beyond the bricks and mortar of Berri Community Centre is at the heart of ac.care’s Riverland services hub. Dozens of people gathered at the Kealley Street centre on June 4 to officially celebrate the site’s status as Berri Community Centre, which was made possible through long-term Department of Human Services funding. … Continued
BERRI Community Centre’s purpose as a place for people to connect with others, learn new skills and seek support will be showcased to the Riverland community next week as part of community celebration. Country agency ac.care will officially launch the Berri Community Centre as part of a free public celebration from 11am on Wednesday, June … Continued
LIMESTONE Coast trans man Mark Collins earns a living helping people in need at ac.care’s Mount Gambier Community Centre, which sits in stark contrast to his first visit to the Ferrers Street site several years ago on the brink of homelessness. It has been a challenging journey for Mark, made more difficult by managing a … Continued
THE ability of the Mount Gambier and Millicent community centres to turn small ripples into waves of change in the Limestone Coast is being celebrated this month as part of South Australia’s Community Centre Week. Country agency ac.care proudly operates community centres in central locations at Mount Gambier and Millicent, which are the base for … Continued
A FUN mascot hunt held at Murray Bridge has inspired young people to spend time outdoors and explore their community as part of South Australian Youth Week 2025. Where’s Ronnie? The Reconnect Mascot Hunt was held in April across four days and encouraged young people aged 12 to 18 to find three plush mascots hidden … Continued
DOZENs of people proudly marched through Mount Gambier’s central business district this month to celebrate the contributions women make to our communities. Purple flags waved and chants of support echoed during the main street procession, which formed part of International Women’s Day celebrations led by ac.care. International Women’s Day is held on March 8 each … 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.
