Become a foster carer – learn more MAKE every opportunity count has long been a mantra for Mount Gambier teenager Jess, who is about to embark on her next journey studying a double degree at the University of South Australia. It is the latest goal set by the 18-year-old who has been a high achiever … Continued
A MOUNT Gambier social worker witnessed first-hand the impacts of the River Murray flooding on Riverland communities after volunteering for three weeks to support affected residents. ac.care Limestone Coast foster care service manager Sherri Winter was a welcoming and compassionate presence for residents seeking support at the Riverland emergency relief centre in Berri. Ms Winter … Continued
Story as published in The SE Voice A group of Limestone Coast quilters continue to use their skills to provide comfort to children being placed into care. Members of Mount Gambier’s Pine Tree Quilters recently donated 32 quilts to ac.care, taking their tally beyond 400 since the group project started a decade ago. The handmade … Continued
THE joy and laughter of children at play provided a fitting backdrop to Minya Porlar Creche’s community farewell last month, with the Murray Bridge service ceasing operation in mid-December. Imperial Football Club hosted an afternoon of fun, games and even a petting zoo, as creche families and staff, both past and present, came together to … Continued
VISITORS to the Mount Gambier Community Centre will soon enjoy the fruits of their labour thanks to a new community garden at the Ferrers Street site. The project will transform the previously under-utilised outdoor space at the ac.care multi-service hub, where the Limestone Coast Homelessness Service is based, into a vibrant edible garden to grow … Continued
“He’s done more for us than we have for him,” says Fleurieu Peninsula foster carer Tony about the boy he has welcomed into his family with wife Laura.
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Our mission is for all country people to have a safe home, enough money to live on and strong, positive relationships.
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