Anglicare Annual Report 2020-21

Sharing the journey

“In the past year, Tasmanians have faced a range of pressures including a shortage of affordable housing and mental health supports. At the same time, our State continued to respond to the challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic including uncertainty, financial difficulties and separation from loved ones.

Yet Tasmanians have also shown resilience and been proactive about seeking support for themselves and family members. The Anglicare team worked hard to respond to the needs of local people and will continue to be there as our State moves towards recovery. This year we kept up our advocacy for systemic improvements across a range of areas.

The health, safety and wellbeing of the people we support continues to be paramount. With vaccination rates increasing, it has been a joy to see older people once again moving more freely in the community.

I offer my heartfelt thanks to the Anglicare team, our Board and the many partners who contribute to our mission of working for social justice and providing opportunities for people to experience fullness of life.”

Dr Chris Jones, CEO