Anam Cara House, Colac

22/08/2025

Thanks so much to Victor McConvey, OAM RN MACN
Parkinson’s Clinical Nurse Consultant – Director of Health Services from Fight Parkinson's for taking the time to share his expert knowledge and latest research into Parkinson’s Disease in Colac yesterday.

We had 15 people come along to our community information session Colac Otway Performing Arts & Cultural Centre and approximately 25 clinical staff from Colac Area Health and Anam Cara Colac.

We are committed to supporting people with high quality, evidence-based care across the south-west of Victoria.

If you would like to know more about the sessions or about the Parkinson’s Disease support group or exercise group please get in contact.

We are available to support you at any point after diagnosis.

14/08/2025

Father's day raffle with some great prizes to be won. Tickets $2 each or 3 for $5, buy directly at Anam Cara House, Colac or Allen's Family Chiropractic, 53 Hesse St Colac.

14/08/2025

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Anam Cara Colac a community owned hospice established to provide care for the people of South-West Victoria. The Business Manager role will be responsible for overseeing all areas of the business.

13/08/2025

Join us as Business Manager - make a real difference to our community.

11/08/2025

26/07/2025

Division 1 Registered Nurses and Medication Endorsed Enrolled Nurses, your happiness at work really matters to us. We understand when you enjoy your work, you give your best. If you would like to join a caring and compassionate team, doing amazing work everyday, call us for a confidential chat to learn more about the benefits of working at Anam Cara Colac.

25/07/2025

Dying to Know day is coming up and Radional National had a lovely piece that aired in the lead up.

Our Dying to Know Day event is on Monday 18th August, from 11am at Anam Cara House, Colac - 50 Forans Rd Barongarook West

Join us for an honest and compassionate discussion about navigating advance care planning and preparing for the future.
✨ What we’ll cover:
✅ What is an Advance Care Plan and Directive?
✅ Why should I complete one?
✅ Financial advice: what to consider when planning for end-of-life and after death
✅ Wills and legal matters: key considerations
✅ Funeral planning: what options do I have and what can I plan ahead of time?
💬 Hear from our panel of local experts, ask your questions, and walk away informed and empowered.
☕ Morning tea provided — please let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary preferences.
💛 This is a free community event, but bookings are essential.
📞 To register, call us on (03) 5233 8203 or email manager@anamcarahousecolac.org.au

A will is probably one of the main things you think about when you start planning for the final stages of life...but there is so much more to it than paperwork. How we talk about and deal with death and grief isn't something we always face and there are concerted efforts in Australia to change that....