Anglicare Tasmania

Anglicare is a not-for-profit organisation that provides aged care, acquired injury and community support services across Tasmania.

We also do research and advocate for changes to improve the lives of Tasmanians, through the work of our Social Action and Research Centre.

Our passionate team is committed to demonstrating the organisational values of Hope, Compassion, Justice and Respect.

We strive to achieve social justice and provide the opportunity for people in need to reach fullness in life.

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Anglicare Tasmania's Social Action and Research Centre (SARC)

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The Social Action and Research Centre (SARC) carries out research and advocates for changes to improve the lives of Tasmanians.

SARC researchers use qualitative research centring on the lived experience of Tasmanians and quantitative research to demonstrate social trends.  Our research is grounded in the frontline experience of our aged care, acquired injury and community support services.

The results are freely shared with decision-makers including government.

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Michael is enjoying new independence

Michael has been a client of Anglicare’s Acquired Injury Support Services for almost 20 years. After sharing with a housemate for much of that time he now lives on his own – and he’s relishing the change in routine and extra scope for independence. Read full story

Finding her way

Last December, 18-year-old Mahalia was the first young person to move into Tasmania’s newest Youth2Independence (Y2I) facility in Campbell Street in Hobart's CBD. She’s settled in well at her new home and is balancing full-time work with University study. Read full story
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Poker machine reforms will protect Tasmanians’ mental health and save lives

The introduction of a universal poker machine card system will help to protect Tasmanians’ mental health and prevent gambling-related suicide. Read full story