Anam Cara House, Colac

20/05/2026

Happy Volunteer Week!
Anam Cara Volunteers are not "extra help" -They are a vital layer of our Community, improving the wellbeing of guests, families, and staff and strengthening our services. Thank you!

We celebrated this with the amazing Kim Waters Ceramics who provided a day of fun and laughter for our volunteer team.

Thank you to all contributing businesses for their incredible donations for door prizes, we have some very pampered volunteers! Deep Blue Bath House & Day Spa Ball and Croft Austral Hotel Worldly Goods

19/05/2026

Come down to COPACC and see us at the Volunteer Expo.
If you were thinking about volunteering today is the day!
Can't wait to see you all!

15/05/2026

1 week to go.
Have you thought about how you’d like to get involved?
Area Health Colac Community Hub Inc Lets Talk Colac Club Of Colac Rotary Club Colac West The Salvation Army Colac Anam Cara House, Colac Colac Evening VIEW Club SES Colac Unit

12/05/2026

Big question: If so many of us are open to planning ahead, what’s stopping us?
Real answer: A 2025 study by Advance Care Planning Australia confirmed that while 73% of Australians say they’re open to talking about advance care planning, only 33% have undertaken any form of it – and just 19% have discussed their wishes with a trusted person.

None of us know what is ahead. Advanced care planning while you’re healthy and can make decisions yourself, helps those closest to you feel confident about what future health care you want - and gives you peace of mind knowing that no one has to guess what matters most.

Advice, tools and support at palliativecare.org.au

07/05/2026

💛 Who provides palliative care?

3 days to go until National Palliative Care Week 2026.

As part of our countdown to , we’re exploring what palliative care really is - and why it matters.

Palliative care is provided by a range of health professionals and support services, working together to meet a person’s needs.

Palliative care can be provided by a range of health professionals, including GPs, specialist doctors such as oncologists or geriatricians, nurses, allied health professionals, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers, aged care workers, social workers, and pharmacists.

When symptoms become more complex or difficult to manage, referral to a specialist palliative care service may be recommended. These services can provide care in hospitals, clinics, hospices, or in the community, offering multidisciplinary care and specialised skills, competencies, and training in palliative care.

Palliative care teams can include:
💛 Doctors and nurses
💛 Allied health professionals
💛 Social workers
💛 Pharmacists
💛 Physiotherapists
💛 Occupational and speech therapists
💛 Psychologists
💛 Dietitians
💛 Spiritual or pastoral care practitioners
💛 Trained volunteers

Together, they provide holistic care that supports the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of people and their families.

Follow along as we count down to and be part of the conversation 💬

Learn more: https://ow.ly/le0Q50YVRiX

05/05/2026

💛 What is palliative care?

7 days to go until National Palliative Care Week 2026.

Join us for a daily countdown to as we explore what palliative care really is - and why it matters.

Palliative care is high-quality healthcare and support for people living with a life-limiting illness, and their families.

It is a holistic approach that helps people live as well as possible, for as long as possible, by managing pain and symptoms and maintaining quality of life as their illness progresses.

It supports people with the symptoms and challenges of life-limiting illness, which may be physical, emotional, spiritual, or social.

It is a family-centred model of care, meaning family members, loved ones, and carers can also receive practical and emotional support.

Palliative care is not about hastening or postponing death. It’s about living as well as possible - and ensuring quality of life all the way to the end.

Follow along as we count down to and be part of the conversation. 💬

Read more: https://ow.ly/co8P50YUgeo

01/05/2026

There’s something special about Friday afternoons at Anam Cara 💛

Our Day Respite group enjoyed a relaxed and laughter-filled afternoon playing Scrabble, joined by our wonderful volunteers and the caring Deakin Nursing students. It wasn’t just about words on a board, it was about connection, teamwork, and sharing stories across generations.

Moments like these remind us how meaningful simple activities can be, bringing joy, confidence, and companionship to everyone involved.

Earlier in the day, we were also delighted to welcome Helen Rolls back for a special morning tea as she celebrates her retirement after 14 years of dedicated service as an RN at Anam Cara. Helen’s compassion, professionalism, and commitment have touched the lives of so many guests, families, and colleagues over the years.

Thank you, Helen, for everything you have given to our community. It was so lovely to celebrate with you and we wish you all the very best in your retirement 💐

29/04/2026

Anam Cara Colac is looking for a Casual Cook to join our warm and supportive team.

This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference by preparing nourishing, home-style meals for our guests in a hospice environment. We’re seeking someone who is organised, reliable, and passionate about food, with the ability to work collaboratively alongside our care team.
What’s we are offering:
• 6–8 hours per week
• Flexible days and times (negotiated)
• A meaningful role in a not-for-profit organisation

If you (or someone you know) would love to bring comfort and care through food, we’d love to hear from you.

📅 Applications close: 15th May to apply please send an updated CV and cover letter to the email below.
📞 For more information, contact Naomi Lettieri on (03) 5233 8203
📧 manager@anamcarahousecolac.org.au

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10/04/2026

22/01/2026

Parkinson’s Support Group – Upcoming Meeting

Our next Parkinson’s Support Group meeting will be held on Thursday 27 February, from 11.00am–1.30pm.

📅 Date: 27 February
⏰ Time: 11.00am – 1.30pm

Carers are very welcome to attend. Please let us know if you would like to join us for lunch.

🎤 Guest Speaker:
Unfortunately our planned speaker has had to cancel. We will still meet and present sone orger resources on medication and Parkinsons.

The group meets on the 4th Friday of each month.

New members are always welcome.

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14/01/2026

💚 We’re Reopening 💚

We’re pleased to let our community know that Anam Cara has reopened. Thank you for your patience, understanding and support during this time.

We have consulted with our local brigade advice re the status of the fires in the region and have confirmation it is safe to reopen. We will continue to monitor the fire situation closely.

Our team is back and ready to continue providing care in a safe and welcoming environment.