COUNTRY agency ac.care reached a new milestone in its near-40-year history this month as it officially transitioned to a nationally recognised Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG). This significant step has been carefully managed by the ac.care Board to align the agency with best practice governance standards and ensures its structure reflects the scale and responsibility … 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
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). The free early education and parenting program, delivered by ac.care in the Murraylands and Riverland, provides resources and fun opportunities to help young people aged three and four thrive in … Continued
LIMESTONE Coast businesses have banded together to raise $135,000 to increase the impact of country agency ac.care in supporting people at risk of or experiencing homelessness. The major fundraising tally was achieved at the 2025 Limestone Coast Support Homeless People Luncheon with business, civic, and community leaders among over 400 guests at The Barn Palais … Continued
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
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.
