Category: Our People

Young people receive start in sector through traineeships

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FOUR Aboriginal trainees joined the ac.care staff team as part of an annual program launched in 2021 to provide opportunities for young people to develop skills to succeed in the workplace.Among the new recruits is Marni, who is undertaking her traineeship at the Mount Gambier Community Centre while studying a Certificate III in Business.“I have … Continued

Volunteers vital at ac.care

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THE message of National Volunteers Week is “volunteering change lives and communities”, which is certainly the case at ac.care in Millicent.Volunteers are vital in delivering ac.care’s mission of ensuring all country people have a safe home, enough money to live on and strong, positive relationships. COMMITTED TO COMMUNITY: Jenny Morris and Rose Pilven continue to … Continued

Katie welcomes potential new carers

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KATIE Ireland has developed a deep appreciation of the unique and valued contribution made by foster carers through her role with ac.care.As the agency’s foster care services program support worker for recruitment, assessment and training across eastern South Australia, she is often the first point of contact for compassionate adults seeking the opportunity to make … Continued

Operational manager Michelle celebrates a decade in community service

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Michelle Toogood, Operational Manager, Therapeutic Strength Based Care (TSBC), Murraylands and Limestone CoastA FIRM belief all children have the right to feel safe, loved and cared for inspired Michelle Toogood to start a career in community service with ac.care a decade ago.She recently celebrated her 10 years of service milestone with the non-government community welfare … Continued

Teresa celebrates 10 years helping children thrive in our community

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Teresa O'Brien, Senior Program Manager, Communities for Children, MurraylandsA FOCUS on making a difference in her home community has delivered Teresa O’Brien a sense of satisfaction over her 10 years working with ac.care, currently as the senior program manager for Communities for Children in the Murraylands.“Through Communities for Children, we are able to provide support … Continued

Lindy-Lou brings extensive experience to Family Relationship Centre manager role

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Lindy-Lou Badger, Manager, Family Relationship Centre, Mount GambierA LEADERSHIP role with ac.care has allowed Lindy-Lou Badger to settle close to her extended family in the vibrant Limestone Coast after an extensive career in education and social services.She was recently appointed manager of ac.care’s Mount Gambier Family Relationship Centre, leading a team of counsellors and other … Continued

Rewarding career opportunities over 10 years for Dianne

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Dianne Doll, Counsellor, Family Relationship Centre, Limestone CoastDIANNE Doll has enjoyed a decade-long career in community services after starting as a receptionist with ac.care and progressing through to now nearing completion of a Bachelor of Counselling.She was recently recognised for 10 years of service after working in a variety of roles with the “country specialist” … Continued

ac.care Locations

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.

Mount Gambier
Head office and Foster Care

(08) 8724 5400
70-72 White Avenue Mount Gambier, SA 5290
PO Box 1842 Mount Gambier SA 5290
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Contact

Mount Gambier
Community Centre

(08) 8724 5400
22-24 Ferrers Street Mount Gambier, SA 5290
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Contact

Mount Gambier
Family Relationship Centre

(08) 8724 5400
1 Helen Street (cnr Bay Road) Mount Gambier, SA 5290
Monday
9am to 5pm
Tuesday
10:30am to 5pm
Wednesday
9am to 5pm
Thursday
9am to 5pm
Later by appt
Friday
9am to 5pm
Contact

Berri Community Centre
Servicing the Riverland

(08) 8580 5300
5 Kealley Street Street Berri, SA 5343
PO Box 1345 Berri, SA 5343
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
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Murraylands Centre
Servicing the Murraylands, Adelaide Hills and Fleurieu Peninsula

(08) 8531 4900
29 Bridge Street Murray Bridge, SA 5253
PO Box 2090 Murray Bridge, SA 5253
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Contact

Millicent
Community Centre

(08) 8735 5700
57-59 George Street Millicent, SA 5280
PO Box 378 Millicent, SA 5280
Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
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